Construction Manager

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Playa Bowls is New Jersey's Original Acai Shop, and our mission is to serve the highest quality, innovative products to support healthier lifestyles and inspire a world of fun, excitement, and togetherness. At Playa Bowls, we live our brand in our actions and in the relationships that we make in our communities. Our focus is to provide a bowl full of deliciousness to every guest, delivered with authenticity and passion for the Playa way. What began as a pair of blenders, a patio table, and a fridge has flourished into a 300-unit operator and franchisor of the leading fast casual restaurant concept. Playa Bowls added 70+ locations in 2024 and is on target to add as many as 90 new locations in 2025. Our continued rapid growth has created the opportunity for an individual who will help us with continuing to grow our brand!

WHAT WE OFFER

Playa Bowls offers Competitive Compensation, Remote Work Environment, Medical, Dental, Vision, Domestic Partner Benefits, Spouse & Children Benefits, 401K Plan, Health Savings Account, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flight/Hotels paid for, Incentive Bonus Plan participation, Mileage Reimbursement, Cell Phone Stipend, and Company Card Provided.

WHO YOU ARE

The Construction Manager (CM) is a key member of the Development team, reporting directly to the Director of Construction. The role will provide oversight and assistance to new and existing franchisees in the coordination, planning, and implementation of new shop construction ensuring that schedules and budgets are followed. They will also serve as the Project Manager (PM) for communication and coordination with cross-functional teams within Playa Bowls. This position may also be responsible for the oversight and execution of company-owned new shop projects.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

• Fully Remote - Must be able to travel up to 50% of the time.
• Open to candidates that are based within our footprint in the major airport such as Washington DC area, Boston, Chicago, Denver, Salt Lake City, Dallas, Houston, or Phoenix.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Utilizes the company’s project management platform (FranConnect – Opener Module, along with GC project trackers) to ensure that franchisees, general contractors, architects, and engineers (A&E), account vendors, operations, training, supply chain, and other cross-functional teams are aligned to support timely and cost-effective development.
• Provides leadership in the initial planning stage by collaborating with franchise owners, operators, architects, engineers, or other involved parties; uses your experience and expertise to proactively identify and solve for avoidable risks across new store opening projects.
• Schedules and coordinates projects in logical steps and budgets the time necessary to meet each deadline.
• Prepares and submits budget estimates and regularly communicates with stakeholders concerning budget progress and costs.
• Ensures adherence to the budget and schedule when unexpected complications or issues arise, mobilizing resources to make quick and necessary adjustments to remain on schedule and on-budget.
• Plans, coordinates, organizes, oversees, and directs activities regarding the construction and maintenance of assigned structures, facilities, and systems.
• Ensures safety standards and guidelines are followed on the job site and that all safety codes are met in construction.
• Develops standards for store buildouts including criteria for approved GCs, budget formats, contracts, vanilla shell requirements, and other tools necessary to ensure timely and efficient store buildouts. Supports franchise owners on the development of construction budgets, identifying qualified GCs, contract negotiations, revisions, and additions, and adherence to brand standards.
• Collaborates with stakeholders, supervisory staff, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve problems, including work procedures, complaints, and construction or design issues.
• Manages and leads actions that are necessary due to delays, bad weather, or emergencies at construction sites.
• Develops and maintains good working relationships with a variety of people, including owners, managers, designers, supervisors, tradespersons, and craft workers.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND BEHAVIORS

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Construction, Architecture, or Engineering).
• Proficient in Google Suite, FranConnect (Franchise Management Software), and Microsoft Office for collaboration and communication.
• 5+ years of construction management experience with a QSR or fast casual brand opening 100+ locations annually.
• 5+ years of restaurant development project management experience.
• Thorough understanding of engineering, architectural, and other construction drawings, AIA standards, permitting processes, and building codes, particularly as they pertain to restaurant construction.
• Thorough understanding of contracts, plans, specifications, and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to be highly organized with the ability to handle multiple projects at once.
• Must strive for excellence and have only the highest integrity in their intentions.
• Ability to make intelligent and quick decisions, work well under pressure, and when faced with unexpected occurrences or delays.
• Ability to effectively multitask while analyzing and solving problems.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS

• Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of the job site in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Must be able to engage in problem-solving skills to help identify and solve potential issues.
• Must be on call to address delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues at the job site.

MISSION

Inspire and support our communities one bowl at a time.

VALUES

Real Deal. Playa Passion. Powerhouse. Big Wave Chaser. Dawn Patrol.

“Playa Bowls is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.”