Construction Manager - Restaurants

Leap Brands; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Leap Brands is seeking a Construction Project Manager in Miami, Florida. The ideal candidate will manage site designs for multiple locations and oversee construction activities, requiring 8+ years of experience in commercial construction, preferably in the restaurant or retail sector. Responsibilities include budgeting, negotiation, and compliance with legal and safety regulations. Strong project management and interpersonal skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in commercial construction within the restaurant or retail space.
• Thorough knowledge of construction and development concepts and strategies.
• Must have a proven broad business perspective understanding construction dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Manage site designs, due diligence, and project management for multiple locations.
• Prepare and negotiate cost estimates; oversee budget costs for projects.
• Collaborate with architects and supervise construction personnel and activities.

Skills

Project Management

Negotiation

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Responsibilities

• Site Design Review
• Property Due Diligence
• Working with local and state planning committees
• Project Management for multiple locations
• Achieve the budget costs associated with self-developed projects
• Prepare and negotiate cost estimates, and work timetables
• Select appropriate construction methods and strategies
• Report on work progress and budget matter
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other construction building specialists
• Instruct and supervise construction personnel, vendors, consultants and activities
• Comply with legal requirements, building and safety codes, and other regulations
• Schedule critical site visits for future, upcoming, active and completed projects
• Review all plans prior to bid & construction to identify errors or needed updates
• Perform detailed take-off of materials estimates from plans (tile, lighting & fixture counts, RTU’s, etc.)
• Review shop drawings and submittals
• Follow brand standards and Company procedures

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree preferred
• 8+ years of experience in construction of commercial construction within the restaurant or retail space
• Thorough knowledge of construction and development concepts and strategies
• Must have a proven broad business perspective and clearly understand the dynamics and economics of construction
• Excellent oral, written and presentation skills
• Proven record of interpersonal, negotiation, planning, communication and organizational skills