Director, Construction (Remodel)

Panda Restaurant Group; United States; Hybrid; USD 161,000 - 226,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

401K with match

Yearly bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

On-site fitness center

Education assistance

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Panda Restaurant Group is seeking a Director, Construction (Remodels) to lead remodel programs across our store network in the United States. You will drive remodel strategy, oversee budgets, and partner with IS, RD, FAST, Operations, Asset Management, Leasing, Legal, and Operations Innovation to ensure high‑quality, compliant store projects.

You will coach senior managers and collaborate with VP and other Directors to align remodels with company objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management is required.
• 10+ years of construction project management experience, preferably in retail/hospitality.
• Obtaining a valid Food Handler's Card within 30 days of employment is a requirement.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for remodels, store refresh projects, and any equipment or technology implementation across all stores.
• Develops department’s Support functions related to projects that impact stores outside the scope of the new construction team and Integrates construction remodel with other departments.
• Coaches and develops managers, professionals, and support staff involved in renovation projects to elevate their performance.
• Searches, evaluates, negotiates, and contracts with General Contractors and trade vendors to accomplish renovation goals.
• Develops department strategies, policies, and procedures and process improvements, including new systems or system enhancements.
• Manages performance of General Contractors to ensure work meets quality requirements and is provided in a timely and cost-effective manner
• Supports Risk Management’s crisis management program by ensuring effective response to facility emergencies and ADA compliance.
• Works closely with new Construction on developing appropriate specifications and standards for store construction, maintenance, and equipment.

Skills

Construction project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management

Tools

Tango

Service Channel

Job description

Summary Of Job Description

The Director, Construction (Remodels) is responsible for the achievement of the company’s remodel plan, special non-typical projects, and the development of the department’s Support functions related to projects that impact stores outside the scope of the new construction team. This position integrates Construction remodels with other departments (IS, RD, FAST, Operations, Asset Management, Leasing, Legal, Operations Innovation). The Director, Construction (Remodels) develops department strategies, policies, and procedures in collaboration with the Executive Director and Vice President. This position implements process improvements, including new systems or system enhancements, and ensures high quality customer service.

The Director, Construction (Remodels) is responsible for the achievement of the company’s remodel plan, special non-typical projects, and the development of the department’s Support functions related to projects that impact stores outside the scope of the new construction team. This position integrates Construction remodels with other departments (IS, RD, FAST, Operations, Asset Management, Leasing, Legal, Operations Innovation). The Director, Construction (Remodels) develops department strategies, policies, and procedures in collaboration with the Executive Director and Vice President. This position implements process improvements, including new systems or system enhancements, and ensures high quality customer service.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for remodels, store refresh projects, and any equipment or technology implementation across all stores. Creates remodel and project budgets and manages all projects within established budgets.
• Develops the department’s Support functions related to projects that impact stores outside the scope of the new construction team and Integrates construction remodel with other departments (IS, RD, FAST, Operations, Asset Management, Leasing, Legal, Operations Innovation).
• Coaches and develops managers, professionals, and support staff involved in renovation projects to elevate their performance. Works with the VP, other Directors, and Facilities Senior Managers on selecting, evaluating, and retaining Construction remodel staff
• Searches, evaluates, negotiates, and contracts with General Contractors and trade vendors to accomplish renovation goals at company-owned facilities throughout the U.S (United States). and Canada.
• Develops department strategies, policies, and procedures and process improvements, including new systems or system enhancements, in collaboration with other Directors, Senior Managers, and the VP. Ensures adherence to established budgets (R&M, CAP, Remodel).
• Manages performance of General Contractors to ensure work meets quality requirements and is provided in a timely and cost-effective manner Ensures use of Tango and Service Channel tools and reports to manage projects and costs.
• Supports Risk Management’s crisis management program by ensuring effective response to facility emergencies and ADA compliance. Ensures high quality customer service.
• Works closely with new Construction on developing appropriate specifications and standards for store construction, maintenance, and equipment.

Work Environment

• Travels to stores (local and overnight travel); must be able to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends, and climb on roof about 40 feet high and lift to 50 lbs.

How We Reward You

• Hybrid remote schedule
• 401K with company match
• Yearly bonus opportunity*
• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance *
• On-site fitness center, biometric screen, and flu shot clinic
• Discounts at Panda restaurants, theme parks, and gym memberships
• Paid time off starting at 15 days with 7 federal holidays*
• Continuous education assistance and scholarships*
• Income protection including Disability, Life and AD&D insurance*
• Bereavement leave*
• Benefits available for eligible permanent full time associates

Your Background And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management required.
• 10+ years of construction project management experience, preferably in a retail/hospitality environment with increasing management responsibility
• Successful completion of initial and periodically required trainings.
• Obtaining a valid Food Handler's Card within 30 days of employment is a requirement of this position.

Pay Range: M4: $161,000 - $226,000 / Annual

• Within the range, individual pay is determined using various factors, including work location and experience.

Panda Strong Since 1983

Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family-owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America. With close to 2,800 locations globally, we continue our mission of delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives. Whether it’s impacting our team or the communities we work in, we’re proud to be an organization that embraces family values.

You’re Wanted Here

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity, and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by law, including but not limited to sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related conditions), gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, and veteran status. Additionally, Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local laws regarding requests for workplace accommodation. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability. Applicants are entitled to reasonable accommodations, absent undue hardship, to effectively participate in the application and hiring process, for example, sign language interpreters. If you believe you require an accommodation for the application or interview process or for the position for which you are applying, please reach out to [e-mail].