director, Construction - North America Licensed Coffeehouses

Starbucks; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition coverage

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

Starbucks is seeking a Director of Program Management for Licensed Coffeehouses Construction in Seattle to lead construction across the licensed business, delivering new stores and renovations on time and within budget while upholding quality and safety standards.

The role emphasizes leadership, process improvement, and strong collaboration with design, real estate, licensees and operators to achieve consistent, high‑quality execution in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of construction management experience in retail and/or general contracting.
• 10+ years of progressive experience performing construction project management responsibilities.
• 5+ years managing, coaching and developing teams.
• 5+ years managing construction permits and approvals within the development process.
• 8+ years of planning and budgeting experience.
• Preferred bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture or a business-related field.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a high-performing construction team, driving excellence in scope, schedule and budget management through partnerships with design, real estate, licensees and operators.
• Lead execution of new store openings and renovation projects across the licensed business, emphasizing efficiency, value engineering, consistent execution and high-quality outcomes.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, remove barriers and implement scalable construction best practices.
• Proactively assess and mitigate risks throughout the construction lifecycle while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and safety standards.
• Set clear goals, coach and develop team members, provide actionable feedback and model leadership behaviors that strengthen organizational consistency.
• Create energy and alignment in a collaborative, fast-paced environment while staying true to Starbucks' mission and guiding principles

Skills

Construction management leadership

Budgeting

Risk management

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture or business-related field

Job description

director, program management - Licensed Coffeehouses Construction

Now Brewing: Licensed Coffeehouse Construction! #tobeapartner

From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.

The Director of Program Management - Licensed Coffeehouses Construction provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for construction teams across a defined territory. This role ensures new store openings and renovations are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality, safety and brand standards.

As a director, program management - Licensed Coffeehouses Construction , you will…

• Build and lead a high-performing construction team, driving excellence in scope, schedule and budget management through partnerships with design, real estate, licensees and operators.
• Lead execution of new store openings and renovation projects across the licensed business, emphasizing efficiency, value engineering, consistent execution and high-quality outcomes.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, remove barriers and implement scalable construction best practices.
• Proactively assess and mitigate risks throughout the construction lifecycle while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and safety standards.
• Set clear goals, coach and develop team members, provide actionable feedback and model leadership behaviors that strengthen organizational consistency.
• Create energy and alignment in a collaborative, fast-paced environment while staying true to Starbucks' mission and guiding principles

We'd Love To Hear From People With

• 8+ years of construction management experience in retail and/or general contracting.
• 10+ years of progressive experience performing construction project management responsibilities.
• 5+ years managing, coaching and developing teams.
• 5+ years managing construction permits and approvals within the development process.
• 8+ years of planning and budgeting experience.
• Preferred bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture or a business-related field.

As a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Partners have access to short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation from date of hire*, sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked), eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year. Starbucks also offers eligible partners participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (S.I.P.), Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools. Additionally, Starbucks offers 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first‑time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, student loan management resources, and access to other educational opportunities. You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement. Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and in accordance with its plans and policies. This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative. For additional information regarding partner perks and more detailed information about benefits, go to starbucksbenefits.com.

• If you are working in CA, CO, IL, LA, ME, MA, NE, ND or RI, you will accrue vacation up to a maximum of 120 hours (190 in CA) for roles below director and 200 hours (316 in CA) for roles at director or above. For roles in other states, you will be granted vacation time starting at 120 hours annually for roles below director and 200 hours annually for roles director and above.

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job‑related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At Starbucks, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

We believe we do our best work when we're onsite four days a week.

Starbucks Coffee Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.

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