Director of Store Remodeling (Hybrid Remote)

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

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.