Senior F&B Project Engineer & Construction Lead

Fredley Food and Beverages Inc; Philippines; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional leave

Flexible schedule

Paid training

Pay raise

Promotion to permanent employee

Job summary

Fredley Group of Companies is seeking a Lead Engineer – Project Management to oversee store construction, renovations, and technical upgrades across its portfolio. You will lead end-to-end project delivery, coordinating with Operations, Finance, Procurement, Marketing, and external contractors to ensure on-time, on-budget completion in line with quality and safety standards.

The role requires a Civil/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering background, 5–8 years of PM/construction experience, and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Licensed Engineer is preferred.
• At least 5–8 years of experience in project management, construction, or engineering operations.
• Experience in retail or food & beverage industry is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of construction management, building systems, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project management of store construction, fit-outs, renovations, and technical upgrades.
• Develop project timelines, budgets, scope of work, and resource allocation plans.
• Monitor progress and ensure adherence to project milestones.
• Identify risks and implement corrective actions to prevent delays or cost overruns.
• Review and approve engineering plans, layouts, and technical specifications.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, safety regulations, and local government requirements.
• Oversee installation of kitchen equipment, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and POS infrastructure.
• Conduct site inspections to ensure work quality and standards compliance.
• Source, evaluate, and manage contractors, suppliers, and consultants.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and project terms.
• Ensure contractors meet quality, timeline, and safety expectations.
• Prepare project cost estimates and monitor expenditures.
• Work closely with Finance and Procurement to ensure cost efficiency.
• Approve billing progress claims and validate contractor deliverables.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising quality.
• Coordinate with Operations for smooth turnover and handover.
• Work with Marketing and Brand teams to ensure store design aligns with brand standards.
• Collaborate with IT for technical and POS integration.
• Ensure readiness before store launch.
• Maintain updated project reports, timelines, and risk assessments.
• Submit regular progress updates to management.
• Ensure proper documentation of permits, warranties, and technical records.

Skills

Project management

Multi-project leadership

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional coordination

Budget management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil/ Electrical/ Mechanical Engineering

Licensed Engineer (preferred)

Job description

Fredley Group of Companies is seeking a Lead Engineer – Project Management to oversee store construction, renovations, and technical upgrades across its portfolio. You will lead end-to-end project delivery, coordinating with Operations, Finance, Procurement, Marketing, and external contractors to ensure on-time, on-budget completion in line with quality and safety standards.

The role requires a Civil/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering background, 5–8 years of PM/construction experience, and a