Construction Project Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New Jersey, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Plan, design, and manage workflows for company-operated locations within the designated region.

• Facilitate communication between the Real Estate and Construction teams.

• Evaluate construction plans, timelines, budgets, and project progress.

• Set and monitor project budgets, construction schedules, and associated costs.

• Assess feasibility studies, permitting, design, and construction for new outlets and special initiatives.

• Collaborate with and offer direction to external Architects, Engineers, General Contractors, and Governmental Agencies.

• Oversee the successful execution of construction remodeling projects.

• Liaise with internal support teams, subcontractors, vendors, Franchisees, and Operators.

• Cultivate and sustain relationships with Dutch Bros construction partners.

• Analyze project drawings and documents, manage costs and profitability, and coordinate various project tasks.

• Track construction progress and quality through routine site inspections.

• Lead or take part in daily/weekly new store development meetings with Real Estate, Operations, Construction, Store Planning, Merchandising, and Signing teams.

• Assist in the creation and interpretation of documents and instructions from vendors and team members.

• Oversee new construction projects for Corporate and Franchise Development.

• Evaluate sign exhibits to ensure compliance with Branding and Trademarking standards.

• Manage remodel activities, including repairs, upgrades, equipment installation, parking lot repairs, floor repairs and replacements, and image enhancements.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in project management, particularly in high-volume QSR restaurants, or a combination of relevant work experience, education, and/or equivalent military experience.

• Bachelor’s Degree in architecture, engineering, or construction management is preferred.

• Knowledge of site evaluation and due diligence, including zoning, titles, and physical characteristics.

• Familiarity with Construction Best Management Practices.

• Experience with budget management and milestone/schedule development.

• Must be willing to travel regularly to assigned locations.

• Overnight travel by car or plane may be required up to 50–60% of the time.

• Must either reside in or be willing to relocate to the assigned region.

• This role requires driving when necessary.

• Ability to work in an office setting.

• Strong communication skills.

• Good or corrected vision.

• Good or corrected hearing.

• Proficiency in reading and writing in English.

• Ability to operate computers and office productivity equipment.

🏝️ Benefits

• Eligibility for remote work in Pennsylvania and/or New Jersey.

• Coverage for travel expenses incurred due to required car or plane travel (specific benefits not detailed).