Senior Project Manager – Restaurant Construction

SMFCC; Spring Grove (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SMFCC is seeking a Senior Project Manager for restaurant construction to lead and oversee multiple projects from inception through closeout. The role emphasizes driving schedule and budget success while maintaining strong relationships with national brands.

You will coordinate with subcontractors, architects, and engineers, mentor junior staff, and travel to job sites as needed to ensure progress and quality across projects.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of construction project management experience.
• Strong experience with restaurant or retail construction projects.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Experience leading teams and mentoring junior staff.
• Strong understanding of scheduling and cost control.
• Comfortable working with clients at a high level.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple construction projects from pre-construction through closeout.
• Oversee large-scale or high-profile restaurant builds and rollouts.
• Own project performance including schedule, budget, and overall success.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, including multi-location and national brands.
• Lead coordination between subcontractors, architects, engineers, and internal teams.
• Mentor and support junior PMs, project engineers, and field teams.
• Manage budgets, forecasting, and financial performance across projects.
• Drive problem-solving, risk management, and process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with brand standards, health codes, and construction best practices.
• Travel to job sites for key meetings, oversight, and progress tracking.

Skills

Project management

Restaurant construction

Multi-project mgmt

Team leadership

Scheduling

Cost control

Client relations

Travel willing

PM software

CAD software

Tools

PM software

CAD software

MS Office

Job description

Senior Project Manager - Restaurant Construction

Location: Flexible | Travel: Required
Job Type: Full-Time

Who We Are

We're a fast-growing general contracting team specializing in restaurant remodels, and national rollouts. We partner with top brands to bring their spaces to life—and we're looking for a Senior Project Manager who can lead projects, people, and client relationships at a high level.

What You'll Do

• Lead multiple construction projects from pre-construction through closeout
• Oversee large-scale or high-profile restaurant builds and rollouts
• Own project performance including schedule, budget, and overall success
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, including multi-location and national brands
• Lead coordination between subcontractors, architects, engineers, and internal teams
• Mentor and support junior PMs, project engineers, and field teams
• Manage budgets, forecasting, and financial performance across projectsDrive problem-solving, risk management, and process improvements
• Ensure compliance with brand standards, health codes, and construction best practices
• Travel to job sites for key meetings, oversight, and progress tracking

What You Bring

• 7+ years of construction project management experience
• Strong experience with restaurant or retail construction projects
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
• Experience leading teams and mentoring junior staff
• Strong understanding of construction methods, scheduling, and cost control
• Comfortable working with clients at a high level

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)
• Experience with construction/project management software
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications

What Makes You a Great Fit

• You're a leader who takes ownership and drives results
• You're highly organized and thrive in fast-paced environments
• You're a strong communicator who builds trust with clients and teams
• You're proactive, solutions-focused, and confident making decisions
• You're comfortable traveling as projects require

Why Join Us

• Lead high-impact, fast-paced restaurant construction projects
• Work directly with growing and national brands
• Be part of a team where your leadership truly makes a difference
• Opportunity for continued growth and advancement