Construction Manager

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Chicago Illinois

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Manage all project schedules by tracking remodel work based on defined critical path project timelines.  Provides timely and accurate updates by entering date and schedule information within Inspire Brand’s tracking system, resulting in credible and reliable forecasting while meeting or exceeding budget goals
  • Take a proactive stance in design drawing review to ensure quality control and adherence to Brand-specific design and construction standards
  • Facilitate interactions with Support Service partners to activate/facilitate approvals from the brand, operators, or initiatives as needed
  • Lead on managing project level during the pre-construction phase, bidding, buyout, construction, and schedule management, assist in setting processes, and communicate with internal and external stakeholders
  • Exhibit a strong ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, taking the lead and driving growth with adaptability and high responsiveness
  • Completes all post-opening construction validation and conformance to standards process pieces to bring projects to contractual closure.
  • Site travel for strategic projects and meetings with the potential for overnights as necessary

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

  • 2-Year Degree Required
  • 4-Year Degree Preferred
  • 5-Years Experience in general construction (non-residential) and construction project management
  • 10 years of experience in restaurant / retail construction management in a Franchise Organization preferred

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS or ABILITIES

  • Experienced in project management (construction)
  • Detailed knowledge of supporting technology: budgeting, estimating, scheduling
  • Strong relationship and influencing skills
  • Proficient in Excel
  • Working knowledge of building codes, ADA, federal and state requirements
  • Ability to navigate / work with regulatory agencies
  • Strong organizational skills and self-motivated with a tenacious attitude for solving problems
  • Persistent, detailed and able to report clearly and accurately
  • Ability to manage multiple projects
  • Demonstrated management and leadership skills
  • Ability to develop and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers.
  • Ability to determine the key steps in a complex process to advance projects

Salary

  • $90,627 - $177,898 per year

The salary range above represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual placement within this range will vary based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, and location.


 

Inspire Brands is a multi-brand restaurant company whose portfolio includes more than 32,000 Arby’s, Baskin-Robbins, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dunkin’, Jimmy John’s, and SONIC restaurants worldwide.


We’re made up of some of the world’s most iconic restaurant brands, but we’re much more than just a restaurant company. We’re a team of hundreds of thousands who individually and collectively are changing the way people eat, drink, and gather around the table. We know that food is much more than a staple—it’s an experience. At Inspire, that’s our purpose: to ignite and nourish flavorful experiences.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Manage all project schedules by tracking remodel work based on defined critical path project timelines.  Provides timely and accurate updates by entering date and schedule information within Inspire Brand’s tracking system, resulting in credible and reliable forecasting while meeting or exceeding budget goals
  • Take a proactive stance in design drawing review to ensure quality control and adherence to Brand-specific design and construction standards
  • Facilitate interactions with Support Service partners to activate/facilitate approvals from the brand, operators, or initiatives as needed
  • Lead on managing project level during the pre-construction phase, bidding, buyout, construction, and schedule management, assist in setting processes, and communicate with internal and external stakeholders
  • Exhibit a strong ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, taking the lead and driving growth with adaptability and high responsiveness
  • Completes all post-opening construction validation and conformance to standards process pieces to bring projects to contractual closure.
  • Site travel for strategic projects and meetings with the potential for overnights as necessary

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

  • 2-Year Degree Required
  • 4-Year Degree Preferred
  • 5-Years Experience in general construction (non-residential) and construction project management
  • 10 years of experience in restaurant / retail construction management in a Franchise Organization preferred

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS or ABILITIES

  • Experienced in project management (construction)
  • Detailed knowledge of supporting technology: budgeting, estimating, scheduling
  • Strong relationship and influencing skills
  • Proficient in Excel
  • Working knowledge of building codes, ADA, federal and state requirements
  • Ability to navigate / work with regulatory agencies
  • Strong organizational skills and self-motivated with a tenacious attitude for solving problems
  • Persistent, detailed and able to report clearly and accurately
  • Ability to manage multiple projects
  • Demonstrated management and leadership skills
  • Ability to develop and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers.
  • Ability to determine the key steps in a complex process to advance projects

Salary

  • $90,627 - $177,898 per year

The salary range above represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual placement within this range will vary based on various factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, and location.

Employees (and their families) may elect to be covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, and can enroll in our company’s 401K plan. Employees receive a PTO plan plus up to 13 paid holidays throughout the calendar year and are eligible to participate in the company bonus program. 


 

Inspire Brands is a multi-brand restaurant company whose portfolio includes more than 32,000 Arby’s, Baskin-Robbins, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dunkin’, Jimmy John’s, and SONIC restaurants worldwide.


We’re made up of some of the world’s most iconic restaurant brands, but we’re much more than just a restaurant company. We’re a team of hundreds of thousands who individually and collectively are changing the way people eat, drink, and gather around the table. We know that food is much more than a staple—it’s an experience. At Inspire, that’s our purpose: to ignite and nourish flavorful experiences.
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Job Details

Job Category

Business Development

Date Posted

2025-07-01

Job ID

JR36241-Chicago_-

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