Construction Manager - Dallas
About The Position
The Construction Manager serves as a steward of JETSET Pilates’ brand standards across franchise buildouts and ongoing construction and equipment initiatives. The role protects brand consistency and quality across new and existing franchise locations and acts as a liaison between internal departments, third-party construction teams, suppliers, and vendors. It oversees timelines, expectations, and compliance while managing multiple development projects. The position reviews construction documents and drawings, monitors construction progress, supports franchisees with compliance and issue resolution, coordinates internal construction updates and equipment tracking, and contributes feedback to design and construction processes. The role is hybrid, with regular presence at the Dallas, Texas headquarters of up to four days per week, and requires up to 15% travel to franchise locations.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Design, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience managing construction review processes in a franchise or multi-unit retail or hospitality setting.
- Working knowledge of construction processes, permitting workflows, buildout timelines, and CAD.
- Experience reviewing architectural plans, signage proposals, and vendor submittals.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Availability to travel to active and prospective construction sites.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a franchise system or a brand with strict design standards.
- Startup experience.
Responsibilities
- Review and approve construction documents and drawings for alignment with JETSET design and brand standards.
- Monitor construction progress through OAC calls, progress photos, schedules, milestone reports, and visits to active job sites.
- Issue construction closeout letters and follow up on outstanding post-opening compliance issues.
- Ensure design standards are upheld during construction.
- Coordinate communication among construction stakeholders and internal teams, including real estate, operations, training, and marketing.
- Keep internal teams informed of construction milestones, including permit submissions, build starts, inspections, completion, and opening.
- Maintain accurate construction status and projected opening dates in internal reporting tools.
- Coordinate tracking and invoicing for internal millwork and equipment packages.
- Provide lessons learned and feedback for the Design & Construction Manual.
- Collaborate with architects and design consultants to apply brand updates and develop design solutions.
- Assist in evaluating and onboarding source-restricted vendors for signage, millwork, and architectural services.
- Guide franchisees through construction compliance processes by providing feedback, resources, and support.
- Collaborate with the Studio Support team to audit facility compliance and brand standards across the studio network.
- Assist franchisees in resolving construction issues, particularly when brand standards are at risk.
- Provide architecture and design consultants with updates based on audit or site-visit feedback.
- Redirect franchisees to appropriate resources or departments when additional support is needed.
- Maintain the roster of source-restricted vendors and ensure vendors meet brand standards.
- Oversee third-party vendor contracts and ensure vendors follow JETSET processes.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation, performance-based incentives, and growth opportunities.
- 75% contribution to a comprehensive individual health plan.
- Dental, vision, life, and pet insurance options.
- Up to 4% 401(k) match with no waiting period.
- Flexible fitness and wellness membership.
- Paid time off and company holidays.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
