Project Manager, Construction

RECIPE; Vaughan; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible/Hybrid work environment

20% associate discount dining card

Monthly dining allowance

Career advancement opportunities

Industry-leading benefits, wellness &总

Annual Bonus

RSP Match

Car Allowance

Job summary

Recipe is seeking a Construction Project Manager to lead renovations and conversions for our restaurant concepts. You will manage contractors, vendors and permits, develop schedules and budgets, and ensure on‑time, on‑budget delivery while coordinating with internal teams and landlords.

Ideal candidates have a technical construction degree with 5+ years in construction management, plus strong negotiation and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Technical degree in construction or related experience.
• PMP certification is an asset.
• Minimum 5 years in construction management.
• Retail/restaurant project management experience is ideal.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Contract negotiation and management skills.
• Ability to manage strict capital expenditures.
• Ability to negotiate with contractors, landlords, consultants and suppliers.
• Attention to detail, analytical and problem solving.
• Solid knowledge of project management principles.
• Drive for continuous improvement and governance.
• Team oriented and self-directed.
• Experience with Google Platform, MS Word/Outlook and MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating major renovations and conversion projects for Recipe restaurant concepts.
• Managing general contractors, consultants, vendors, and suppliers.
• Ensuring projects are delivered on time and on budget with cost tracking.
• Overseeing engineering, architectural and design activities.
• Developing construction schedules and budgets for each project.
• Managing building permits and site approvals in coordination with landlords.
• Handling tendering process, analysis and recommendations.
• Coordinating equipment delivery and construction schedules.
• Monitoring budgets and variance controls.
• Managing site communications and stakeholder relations.
• Overseeing site inspections for quality and adherence to standards.
• Liaising with Design, Operations, Supply Chain, Real Estate, Franchising, Legal, and Franchisees.

Skills

Construction management

Retail restaurant project experience

Strong interpersonal skills

Budget management

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Technical degree in construction field (P.Eng, CET, B.Arch)

Tools

PMP certification

MS Office / Google Workspace

Job description

Construction Project Manager

is responsible for planning, directing, managing and providing oversight of assigned renovations projects to ensure that Recipe goals and objectives are accomplished within prescribed schedule and budget parameters. Effectively communicating with internal stakeholders, consultants, Landlords, technical staff, contractors and management. Provides internal and external coordination and collaboration with project partners and stakeholders. This position will assist in the management of key initiatives and projects. The position requires considerable judgment and latitude in performing job duties, and is expected to function effectively with minimal to moderate direct supervision.

What you will do in this role:

• Coordinating major renovations, and conversion projects for Recipe branded restaurant concepts
• Managing general contractors, consultants, vendors, and suppliers
• Ensuring projects are delivered on time and on budget, ensure that proper invoice and cost tracking is maintained throughout the life cycle of the project
• Ensuring engineering, architectural, and design activities are completed accurately and in a timely manner
• Developing a construction schedule and accurate budget for each construction project
• Manage building permits and site approvals process, coordination with Landlord in delivery of base building and/or building pad
• Manage the tendering process, analysis and recommendation
• Coordinating equipment delivery and construction schedules
• Establishing and monitoring of budgets and adherence of variance controls
• Managing site communications and issue resolution. Major strengths will be around communications to key internal and external stakeholders
• Overseeing construction and conducting periodic site inspections to ensure quality, timing, and adherence to standards
• Liaising with various internal contacts including Design and Construction, Restaurant Operations, Supply Chain, Real Estate, Franchising, and Legal Departments to ensure projects are completed as per plan. Liaising with Franchisee’s through the construction process
• Managing day-to-day work on projects in construction phases; coordinate and make recommendations regarding status of work

What we are looking for from you:

• Technical degree in the construction field (i.e. P.Eng, CET, B. Arch) is required or related experience
• PMP certification is an asset
• Minimum 5 years in construction management experience is required
• Previous retail and/or restaurant project manager experience or equivalent is ideal
• Proven organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities at same time
• Strong interpersonal skills along with excellent written and verbal communication
• Contract negotiation and management skills
• Ability to manage strict capital expenditures
• Ability to negotiate with contractor, landlords, consultants and suppliers on cost of work and timelines
• Attention to detail, analytical, and problem solving skills
• Solid grasp of basic and advanced project management principles
• Ability to contribute to continuous improvement to drive high-performance
• Ability to understand the business need for each project and make on-going decisions based on what’s best for the organization
• Role model for integrity, taking the initiative to ensure projects are always being run effectively and with proper governance
• Self-directed and able to function with ease as part of a team
• Ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external resources
• Technically astute and strategic in thinking
• Proficient in Goolge Platform MS Word, Outlook, and Microsoft Office tools, and some knowledge of applicable project management software

What’s in it for you?

• Flexible/Hybrid work environment
• You’d be joining a close-knit, innovative team of creative and energetic go-getters
• Salary Range: $80,000-$100,000 + Annual Bonus, RSP Match & Car Allowance
• You’d be a part of Canada’s largest full-service restaurant company that leads the industry in size and innovation
• 20% associate discount dining card and monthly dining allowance valid at participating Recipe brands
• A welcoming, fun and safe work environment founded on respect
• Career advancement opportunities with a company that owns some of Canada’s most iconic restaurant brands
• Industry-leading benefits, wellness programs, and total rewards programs