Construction Project Manager, PA

Dutch Bros Coffee; Pennsylvania; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Dutch Bros Coffee is seeking a Construction Project Manager to plan, design, and oversee workflows for company-owned locations in the assigned region, coordinating with Real Estate and Construction teams with guidance from the Director.

The role emphasizes budget control, scheduling, and coordination with Architects, Engineers, and General Contractors to ensure timely, within-budget store remodels and new builds. Regular travel to sites is required, with remote work eligibility in PA/NJ.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressively responsible knowledge and experience in project management for QSR restaurants.
• Bachelor’s Degree in architecture, engineering, or construction management, preferred.
• Willingness to travel regularly to assigned locations, up to 50–60% overnight travel.
• Must reside in or relocate to the assigned region; remote work eligible in PA/NJ.
• Ability to read and write in English to process paperwork.

Responsibilities

• Review construction plans, phasing, and schedules, while monitoring budgets and progress.
• Establish and track project budgets, construction schedules, and all construction costs.
• Review feasibility analysis, permitting, design, and construction of new stores and special projects.
• Expedite development timelines by interacting with outside Architects, Engineers, General Contractors, and Governmental Agencies.
• Communicate with internal teams, subcontractors, and vendors throughout all phases.
• Develop and maintain relationships with Dutch Bros construction partners during all phases.
• Review drawings and documents, manage costs and profitability, and coordinate multiple tasks for successful completion.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, or construction management

Job description

At Dutch Bros Coffee, we are more than just a coffee company. The Construction Project Manager is responsible for the planning, design, and oversight of workflows for company-owned locations in their assigned region, as well as the communication between the Real Estate and the Construction departments, with guidance and general oversight from their Director.

Establish and enforce project timeline and ensure project budgets are within bounds:

• Review construction plans, phasing, and schedules, while monitoring budgets and progress
• Establish and track project budgets, construction schedules, and all construction costs
• Review feasibility analysis, permitting, design, and construction of new stores and special projects
• Expedite development timelines by interacting with and providing guidance to outside Architects, Engineers, General Contractors, and Governmental Agencies

Responsible for the successful completion of construction remodel projects with emphasis on:

1. Communication with the internal support team, subcontractors, and vendors
2. Customer Service - developing and maintaining relationships with Dutch Bros construction partners during all phases of construction
3. Organization and Management of Projects: review and analyze project drawings and documents, manage costs and profitability, coordinate and manage multiple tasks to ensure successful completion of projects in a team-based environment

Communicate frequently with contractors, team members, vendors, and Franchisees/Operators on the development of plans, their progress, and timelines while continuing to demonstrate DB’s mission and values:

• Monitors progress and quality of construction by regularly scheduled site visits providing functional expertise and counsel to general contractors
• Leads and/or participate in daily/weekly new store development calls with various team members including but not limited to: Real Estate, Operations, Construction, Store Planning, Merchandising, and Signing
• Assist in the development of, and read and interpret said documents and instructions from vendors and other team members
• Provide functional expertise and counsel to general contractors and other outside agencies:
  • Supervise/Manage new construction projects in assigned region for both Corporate (full scope) and Franchise Development (oversight)
  • Review sign exhibits with an emphasis on the company’s best interests verifying Branding and Trademarking compliance
  • Manage remodel oversight that will include repairs, upgrades, equipment installation, parking lot repairs, floor repair, and replacement, image enhancements, and more

Financial Management

Project Management

Risk Management

Construction Industry Knowledge

Contract Administration

• Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible knowledge and experience related to project management with a focus on QSR restaurants with high volumes; or a combination of relevant work experience, education, and/or equivalent Military experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in architecture, engineering, or construction management, preferred
• Understanding site evaluation and due diligence (ie. zoning, title, and physical characteristics), as well as Construction “Best Management Practices”
• Must be available to travel on a regular basis to assigned locations
• Overnight travel by car or plane could be up to 50-60% of the time
• Must reside in, or be willing to relocate to assigned region
• This position is eligible for remote work in Pennsylvania and/or New Jersey.
• Occasionally move or lift office items
• Must be able to work in an office environment
• Ability to read and write in English in order to process paperwork and follow up on any actions necessary
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as calculators, copy machines, computers, and office equipment

If you like wild growth and working in a unique and fun environment, surrounded by positive community, you'll enjoy your career with us!