Senior Project Manager - Operations Services - Q-Qdoba Brand Central (San Diego, CA) - Qdoba Restaurants

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Project Manager to join the QDOBA Operations Services team. The Senior Project Manager will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of complex projects within our organization. This role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and exceptional project management skills to ensure successful outcomes and field satisfaction.

KEY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• and manages the entire project lifecycle from initiation to closure, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and QDOBA standards. Conduct regular project reviews and performance evaluations to assess progress, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions as needed. Manage project resources, including personnel, budget, and materials, to optimize efficiency and achieve project goals.
• comprehensive project plans, including scope, objectives, deliverables, resource allocation, and risk management strategies. Identify project requirements and constraints, and proactively address any issues or obstacles that may arise during project execution
• operational support activities for process improvement through systems, equipment and new products from unit test through system implementation, including: develops and approves operational procedures: sources and monitors deployment; solicits feedback from restaurant management; monitors and evaluates test results; and represents operational requirements and perspectives on project development teams.
• and maintain effective relationships with cross functional partners to insure communication channels with stakeholders, team members, and field operations teams are met. Continually provide regular updates on project status, milestones, and potential risks. Presents recommendations from an operational viewpoint at decision-making meetings; advises on possible implications or alternatives.
• a collaborative and supportive team environment, providing guidance, coaching, and mentorship to project team members to maximize their potential and productivity.
• as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing strategic insights, recommendations, and guidance on project-related matters.
• required Qdoba PC applications by: acting as operations systems subject matter expert with various internal departments; attends meetings to consult on systems; develops solutions to support field and Corporate Office personnel on problems, use and integration with new applications and procedures.
• with other companies and vendor organizations to identify alternative products, systems and/or processes that can rapidly be integrated into the Qdoba system. Develops recommendations and presents findings to Sr Manager, Operations Services for approval.
• other related duties, tasks and responsibilities as required, assigned, and directed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education - Bachelor's degree or equivalent, preferably in Business Management or related field. Project Management Professional certified preferred or related project management certification.

Experience – 5 to 7 years related restaurant management experience. 2-3 years project management experience in the development of operating systems within a restaurant environment.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities - Requires excellent oral and written English communication skills, presentation skills, leadership skills, and project management skills. In-depth knowledge of restaurant operational systems and implementation. Advanced knowledge of personal computers and related word processing, database, and spreadsheet applications. Demonstrates integrity and ethical behavior.

Physical Requirements - Ability to speak/hear clearly in person and on the telephone. Ability to travel to manufacturing facilities, restaurants and other locations approximately 25%-35% of time as business needs require. Requires exposure to hot/cold temperatures (grill/walk-in freezer, etc.); ability to lift 50 lbs.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under federal law, state law, and local laws. Qdoba will make reasonable accommodations to allow qualified individuals with a disability, or in relation to certain religious beliefs or observances, to enjoy equal opportunities and to perform the essential functions of the job. Please inform the company's personnel representative if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & 401k
• PTO (including vacation and sick)
• Tuition reimbursement

Pay Range: $83,700-$105,000

CA Notice of Collection for Employees:

https://www.qdoba.com/notice-of-collection-for-california-employees

Privacy Policy:

https://www.qdoba.com/privacy

QDOBA takes pride in carefully selecting talented people and mixing them together to discover amazing flavors. We value the diversity that all our employees bring to the table and the new flavors they bring to our team. Employment decisions and rewards recognize job accountabilities, business needs, and performance merit without regard to age, gender, race, religious affiliation, Veteran status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected classification recognized by applicable federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

CA Notice of Collection:

https://www.qdoba.com/notice-of-collection-for-california-employees

Privacy Policy:

https://www.qdoba.com/privacy

QDOBA takes pride in carefully selecting talented people and mixing them together to discover amazing flavors. We value the diversity that all our employees bring to the table and the new flavors they bring to our team. Employment decisions and rewards recognize job accountabilities, business needs, and performance merit without regard to age, gender, race, religious affiliation, Veteran status, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected classification recognized by applicable federal, state, or local law.