Restaurant Construction Project Manager NYC/NJ

Just Salad; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K enrollment

Paid vacation and holidays

Pre-Tax Benefits (FSA, HSA, Commuter)

Summer Fridays

Employee Assistance Program

Free Just Salad while working

Voluntary Long-Term Disability, Life/保

Job summary

Just Salad is seeking a construction professional to join our team. Under the Director of Construction, you will oversee all project-level construction activities, including budget forecasting, scheduling, and management of third-party vendors, contractors, and consultants.

You will also support initiatives to reduce Just Salad's environmental footprint. The position is on-site in the NYC office with travel to assigned markets as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in a relevant field is required.
• 4–7 years of project experience in construction.
• Experience in Quick Service/Fast Casual restaurants is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural/engineering drawings.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage project-specific budgets and change orders.
• Oversee Real Estate site selection and due diligence.
• Review and redline Construction Documents for compliance.
• Coordinate scheduling, bidding, and contract negotiations.
• Ensure stores open on time; manage regulatory approvals.
• Maintain relationships with municipalities and operations.

Skills

Budgeting & forecasting

Vendor & contract mgmt

Construction scheduling

Read drawings

Communication & leadership

Travel readiness

PM tools/MS Suite

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Electrical, or Plumbing, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field

Tools

Google Suite

Procore

Sitefolio

MS Project

MS Office

Job description

Just Salad is seeking a construction professional to join our team. Under the Director of Construction, you will oversee all project-level construction activities, including budget forecasting, scheduling, and management of third-party vendors, contractors, and consultants.

You will also support initiatives to reduce Just Salad's environmental footprint. The position is on-site in the NYC office with travel to assigned markets as needed.