Construction Manager

Caribou Coffee; Brooklyn Center (MN); On-site; USD 76,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Caribou Coffee is seeking a Construction Manager to oversee planning, budgeting, and delivery of new store openings and major remodels across assigned markets. You will coordinate design, site evaluation, and vendor relationships to ensure brand standards and on-time completion.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree, 5+ years in project management with general contractors, developers, and retailers, and the ability to travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, architecture, engineering or construction management or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of project management experience with general contractors, developers, and retailers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee GC lifecycle: initial search, bidding, contracting, and execution.
• Manage contracts with legal and schedule with stakeholders.
• Develop and control project budgets and costs.
• Drive store design and development, testing materials for cost efficiency.
• Conduct due diligence, permits and landlord/tenant coordination.
• Oversee remodels, franchise support, and site visits.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Contract negotiation

Cross-functional teamwork

Store construction

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

At Caribou Coffee we create day-making experiences that spark a chain reaction of GOOD! This is our purpose. Our team brings this to life by focusing on what’s really important around here – TEAM, GUEST, BUSINESS! It’s that simple. If you’re ready to work somewhere you can be yourself while making an impact on your community, creating life-long relationships, and serving the best coffee around, join our herd! Apply today and be part of the ‘Bou Crew!

Position Overview

As a Construction Manager at Caribou Coffee, you play a pivotal role in bringing our brand to life by overseeing and coordinating the planning, design, budgeting, construction, remodeling and delivery of Caribou stores within your assigned markets or regions. Success in this role means driving the seamless execution and delivery of the new store openings and major remodels - delivering projects on time, within budget and aligned with Caribou’s brand standards and objectives to ensure every store reflects the quality and brand our customers love.

Core Responsibilities

New Store Project Management

• Oversee the General Contractor lifecycle process by performing initial search and selection, bidding and negotiating and overseeing the project execution.
• Manage contract administration, including drafting and creating contracts in collaboration with the legal department for distribution.
• Manage and control project schedules, ensuring effective communication with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Support landlord relationships prior to and throughout the construction process.
• Assist in developing and implementing store development programs and procedures.

Budget Management

• Prepare preliminary new store budgets upon request from Store Development Managers.
• Create and finalize store investment budget before submission to senior management.
• Monitor and manage budgets to ensure project costs remain within the approved project limits, looking for more cost-effective opportunities as necessary.

New Store and Concept Design Management

• Drive innovation in the development and execution of the store concept, ensuring alignment with brand standards.
• Research, evaluate and test new materials and design solutions to optimize functionality and decrease new store development costs.
• Participate in cost engineering studies to identify opportunities for cost reduction in store buildouts.

Due Diligence, Feasibility, Real Estate

• Support Store Development Managers by conducting comprehensive site reviews and evaluating physical feasibility for potential new store openings.
• Serve as primary point of responsibility for obtaining all necessary permits including signage, municipal, building health, etc.
• Support Store Development Managers in landlord and tenant work letter requirements.

Remodels, Franchise, Operations Support

• Oversee the planning and execution of major store remodeling projects and other initiatives as assigned.
• Contribute to the development and execution of store remodeling programs.
• Conduct regular site visits to evaluate construction progress, address challenges and provide guidance to franchise partners within assigned markets or regions.
• Act as a resource to Store Operations and Facilities Management to assist in store repair and maintenance needs.

Skills and Requirements

• Brings our Core Values to life in all that you do: Support One Another, Make Fun Happen, Be Yourself, Take Ownership, Serve with Love
• Highly motivated, self-directed, and results driven.
• Demonstrates the ability to solve problems, think critically, and make timely decisions.
• Results driven, proven sense of urgency, and demonstrates strong initiative towards business needs.
• Skilled in working with cross-functional teams to create results, resolution of issues and alignment across the organization.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Possesses a curious and engaging communication style rooted in a desire to understand others and cocreate solutions.
• Ability to inspire creative solutions, problem solve and thrive in an ambiguous environment.
• Ability to gain trust and effectively listen to cross-function teams and all levels of leadership.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Successfully managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced work environment.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in business, architecture, engineering or construction management or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of project management experience working for a combination of general contractors, developers, and retailers.

Preferred

• Experience with quick-service restaurants (QSR) and/or drive-thru real estate
• Experience with retail real estate
• Experience with budget creation and ownership

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements for this position include sitting, standing, bending, lifting, and moving intermittently during working hours. These physical requirements must be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodation.

The duties of this position may change from time to time. Caribou reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of Caribou or its managers. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive.

Caribou Coffee Operating Company, Inc. and its affiliates are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers to all applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on any characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

Address: | 3900 Lakebreeze Ave N , Brooklyn Center, Minnesota 55429 |

Compensation Range

$75,894.00 - $126,490.00 per year

• Starting pay is subject to Local and State Minimum Wage regulations.
• Ranges reflect what employer reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for such position.

The physical demands for this position are reaching, lifting up to 50 pounds, sitting, standing, for 4 to 8 hours, bending, and moving intermittently during working hours. These physical demands may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodations.

The duties of this position may change from time to time. Caribou reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the company or its managers. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive.

Caribou Coffee Operating Company, Inc. and its affiliates are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers to all applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on any characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

Brand

Caribou Coffee