Construction Project Manager, PA

Dutch Bros Coffee•HQ Remote - PA, NJ

10d•Remote

About The Position

The Construction Project Manager plans, designs, and oversees workflows for company-owned locations in an assigned region and coordinates communication between the Real Estate and Construction departments, with guidance and general oversight from the Director. The role manages construction timelines, budgets, costs, and progress for new stores, remodels, and special projects. It works with internal teams, franchisees and operators, contractors, vendors, architects, engineers, and government agencies to support successful project delivery and maintain Dutch Bros’ mission, values, branding, and trademark requirements. The position supervises or manages full-scope corporate new construction projects and provides oversight for franchise development in the assigned region. It also oversees remodel work, including repairs, upgrades, equipment installation, parking lot and floor repairs or replacement, and image enhancements. The role involves regular site visits and substantial travel, potentially overnight by car or plane, and is eligible for remote work in Pennsylvania and/or New Jersey.

Requirements

At least 5 years of progressively responsible project-management knowledge and experience focused on high-volume QSR restaurants, or a combination of relevant work experience, education, and/or equivalent military experience.
Understanding of site evaluation and due diligence, including zoning, title, and physical characteristics, and construction best management practices.
Experience with budgets and milestone/schedule development.
Must be available to travel regularly to assigned locations; overnight travel by car or plane could be up to 50–60% of the time.
Must reside in or be willing to relocate to the assigned region.
Must be able to drive when necessary.
Must be able to work in an office environment and occasionally move or lift office items.
Must communicate effectively, have vision and hearing that are good or corrected, and be able to read and write in English to perform job duties.
Must regularly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery and equipment.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Establish and enforce project timelines and ensure project budgets remain within bounds.
Review construction plans, phasing, and schedules, and monitor budgets and progress.
Establish and track project budgets, construction schedules, and construction costs.
Review feasibility analyses, permitting, design, and construction for new stores and special projects.
Expedite development timelines by interacting with and guiding outside architects, engineers, general contractors, and government agencies.
Complete construction remodel projects, emphasizing communication, customer service, organization, project management, cost management, and coordination of multiple tasks.
Communicate with contractors, team members, vendors, and franchisees/operators about plans, progress, and timelines.
Monitor construction progress and quality through scheduled site visits and provide expertise and counsel to general contractors.
Lead and/or participate in daily or weekly new-store development calls with teams such as Real Estate, Operations, Construction, Store Planning, Merchandising, and Signing.
Assist in developing and interpreting documents and instructions from vendors and team members.
Supervise or manage new construction projects in the assigned region for corporate development and provide oversight for franchise development.
Review sign exhibits to protect the company’s interests and verify branding and trademark compliance.
Manage remodel oversight, including repairs, upgrades, equipment installation, parking lot repairs, floor repair and replacement, and image enhancements.
Perform other duties as assigned.