We are seeking an experienced Manager, Construction to oversee and coordinate all on-site activities of Shake Shack construction projects, ensuring safe, timely, and on-budget project completion. The ideal candidate will have an expert knowledge of the construction and renovation processes and experience managing restaurant construction projects as a site supervisor. A technical trade or engineering background is preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 4 years of experience in Commercial Construction Project Management
• At least 2 years of experience as a Site Supervisor or Site Coordinator, demonstrated hands-on experience with managing trades, tenants and internal team members
• Experience in QSR or F&B Construction is required
• Demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit with a drive to succeed and strong ability to self- motivate
• In-depth knowledge of construction procedures, materials, and project management principles.
• Proficient in MS Project, AutoCAD, Bluebeam and MS office suite
• PMP Certification is an asset

• Developing and maintain project schedules, ensuring timely progress and completion
• Supervise and manage construction activities, including:
• Manage communications with different stakeholders such as General Contractors, landlords, and owner-supplied equipment vendors
• Monitor project progress and work with GC to drive adherence to schedule and budget, ensuring contract documents are being followed during construction
• Proactively identify, communicate and resolve potential project timeline and budget challenges (e.g., ensuring high-quality workmanship of the GCs)
• Provide onsite direction to GC to resolve site conditions and scope gaps
• Attend weekly site meetings with stakeholders in various sites throughout the GTA to ensure progress, quality and accuracy
• Identify and quantify challenges onsite and provide recommendations, lessons learned, and retrospective summaries to prioritize continuous improvement in process and communications
• Coordinate facility management training with GC and restaurant operations team, create documents identifying restaurant-specific utility locations such as shutoff valves, meters, suppression system, FCUs, etc.
• Manage project documentation including RFIs, Submittals and change management processes with GC and Senior Manager
• Conduct regular site inspections to identify and resolve potential issues