director, Construction - North America Licensed Coffeehouses

Starbucks Coffee Company•Seattle, WA

3d•$166,500 - $283,500•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Program Management - Licensed Coffeehouses Construction provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for construction teams across a defined territory. This role ensures new store openings and renovations are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality, safety and brand standards.

Requirements

8+ years of construction management experience in retail and/or general contracting.
10+ years of progressive experience performing construction project management responsibilities.
5+ years managing, coaching and developing teams.
5+ years managing construction permits and approvals within the development process.
8+ years of planning and budgeting experience.

Nice To Haves

Preferred bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture or a business-related field.

Responsibilities

Build and lead a high-performing construction team, driving excellence in scope, schedule and budget management through partnerships with design, real estate, licensees and operators.
Lead execution of new store openings and renovation projects across the licensed business, emphasizing efficiency, value engineering, consistent execution and high-quality outcomes.
Identify opportunities to improve processes, remove barriers and implement scalable construction best practices.
Proactively assess and mitigate risks throughout the construction lifecycle while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and safety standards.
Set clear goals, coach and develop team members, provide actionable feedback and model leadership behaviors that strengthen organizational consistency.
Create energy and alignment in a collaborative, fast-paced environment while staying true to Starbucks’ mission and guiding principles.

Benefits

medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits.
short-term and long-term disability
paid parental leave
family expansion reimbursement
paid vacation from date of hire
sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked)
eight paid holidays
two personal days per year
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
discounted company stock program (S.I.P.)
Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock)
incentivized emergency savings
financial well-being tools
100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan
student loan management resources
access to other educational opportunities
backup care
DACA reimbursement