Director of Development

Leap Brands; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Leap Brands is seeking a Director of Construction to plan and execute new store builds and supervise construction projects from development to completion for several restaurant concepts across the United States.

This role requires a high level of ownership and authority, combining strategic thinking with hands-on execution, budget oversight, and coordination with architects, engineers, and vendors to ensure timely delivery and compliance with brand standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in construction of commercial spaces (restaurant/retail).
• Strong understanding of construction concepts, budgets, and schedules.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute new store builds across the United States.
• Supervise construction projects from development to completion.
• Manage budgets, timelines, and cost estimates.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and construction vendors.

Skills

Construction management

Budgeting

Site design review

Due diligence

Regulatory compliance

Negotiation

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Job Description:

Our client is looking for a Director of Construction to plan and execute new store builds and supervise construction projects from development to completion for several restaurant concepts across the United States. This position has a high level of ownership, responsibility, and authority, requiring both strategic and tactical skills.

• 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 ofexperience in construction of commercial construction within the restaurant or retail space
• Knowledge: 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.