Construction Project Manager
hace 3 días
San Francisco
Company Overview JOE & THE JUICE is a global, people-centric food and beverage brand founded in Copenhagen in 2002. With more than 400 stores across 17 countries, JOE & THE JUICE is redefining fast casual through its unique blend of health-forward products, energetic culture, and commitment to experience, convenience, and sustainability. As we accelerate expansion in the United States—with a goal to triple our footprint over the next 3–4 years—we are hiring a Construction Project Manager to support our business as we grow on this ambitious growth trajectory. The Role We are seeking a motivated and experienced Construction Project Manager to join our U.S. Development & Construction team. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Seattle, or Los Angeles, this role will primarily manage projects across the West Coast, with travel up to 50% throughout the U.S. As Construction Manager, you will oversee the full lifecycle of new store projects — from bidding and budgeting through construction and handover — ensuring that projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to Joe & the Juice’s high-quality standards. You will play a key role in our U.S. expansion strategy, with the ambitious goal of doubling our 65+ store portfolio over the next two years. This is a hands-on, mid-level role (3–5 years of experience) reporting to the Head of Development & Construction, U.S. The position offers significant growth potential as we scale, with opportunities to take on more responsibility over time. Key Responsibilities Project Management • Manage the full lifecycle of retail construction projects, including scoping, bidding, scheduling, budgeting, and execution., • Prepare and track project budgets (CAPEX), cost estimates, and schedules; review invoices, monitor variances, and report weekly on progress., • Develop bid packages and oversee the competitive bidding process for general contractors., • Conduct site inspections and meetings, ensuring adherence to design, brand, and regulatory requirements., • Lead the handover process to U.S. Operations, ensuring a clean, complete, and documented transition., • Maintain detailed project logs (RFIs, change orders, budget trackers) and ensure compliance with company policies and standards., • Drive post-project reviews to capture learnings and continuously improve delivery. Stakeholder & Vendor Management • Collaborate with Real Estate, Procurement, Finance, IT, Operations, and Design teams throughout project lifecycles., • Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, architects, engineers, consultants, and landlords., • Ensure that brand, design, and operational requirements are consistently translated into successful project outcomes., • Proactively manage stakeholder communications and expectations around timelines, budgets, and risks. Quality, Safety & Compliance • Ensure projects comply with Joe & the Juice standards, landlord requirements, and local/state/federal codes., • Identify construction issues early and implement timely solutions., • Promote health, safety, and sustainability throughout project delivery. Process Improvement • Seek opportunities to improve scheduling, cost efficiency, and project outcomes., • Apply lessons learned from past projects to enhance future performance. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Architecture, or Engineering preferred; equivalent experience considered., • 3–5 years of experience managing retail construction projects independently; food & beverage retail experience preferred., • Solid knowledge of construction techniques, costs, and drawings., • Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)., • Experience with project management softwares (MS Project, Procore, or similar)., • Ability to work independently while managing multiple stakeholders., • Flexible and willing to travel up to 50% based on project needs., • Comfortable working outside of standard office hours when required. Benefits • A high-impact role in a well-known international brand, • Growth company mindset with career development potential, • Medical/dental/vision coverage, • Commuter reimbursement account through AMERIFLEX, • 401k plan, • Employee perks to save on travel, entertainment, and more., • Employee meal plan, • Free coffee – duh’, • New parent leave, • A collaborative team of people who live our core values and have your back At Joe, we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We’re committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome all qualified applicants — no matter your race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or background.