Construction Project Director
About The Position
Kizuki International LLC is one company united by a single purpose — to spread joy through authentic culinary experiences. Our family of Asian culinary brands includes: Kizuki Ramen & Izakaya – delivering the most authentic Japanese ramen experience outside Japan through scratch-made broths, Japanese-designed interiors, and craftsmanship. Supreme Dumplings – offering handcrafted Xiao Long Bao and other small bites made with precision, tradition, and heartfelt execution. Tang Bar / Swish Swish – a modern fast-casual concept bringing bold Sichuan malatang flavors to a customizable, energetic format. Though each concept is unique, all share the same values: craftsmanship, connection, hospitality, and a relentless pursuit of culinary excellence. We proudly operate 20+ restaurants and 4+ central kitchens/commissary facilities across multiple states — and we’re growing. We are seeking a highly experienced Construction Director– Restaurant Development to oversee approximately 8–10 restaurant construction projects concurrently. This role will manage the full development lifecycle from preconstruction through turnover, working closely with ownership, architects, consultants, landlords, and general contractors. The ideal candidate has strong experience in restaurant or retail construction, multi-unit rollout execution, contractor/vendor management, and budget control.
Requirements
- 7+ years of commercial construction experience
- 3+ years managing restaurant or retail build-out projects
- Experience handling multiple concurrent projects (5+ at a time)
- Strong understanding of municipal permitting and approval processes
- Proven ability to manage construction budgets and schedules
- Strong leadership, negotiation, and vendor management skills
- Ability to work independently and report directly to ownership
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
- Experience in multi-unit restaurant rollout.
- Experience working with franchise or corporate restaurant brands.
Responsibilities
- Oversee 8–10 active restaurant construction projects simultaneously
- Lead preconstruction planning including budgeting, scheduling, scope review, and value engineering
- Manage permitting process and coordinate with local jurisdictions
- Collaborate with architects, engineers (MEP), and design consultants
- Review and validate construction documents for constructability and cost control
- Manage general contractors and subcontractors to maintain schedule compliance
- Monitor project budgets and control cost exposure
- Conduct site visits to ensure quality and safety standards
- Coordinate landlord requirements and lease-driven construction obligations
- Drive projects through final inspection, punch list, and turnover
Benefits
- Travel reimbursement, Benefits can be discussed based on experience and scope.
