Facilities & Special Project Assistant

Taco Bell (Southern Multifoods, Inc.) • Jacksonville, TX

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About The Position

Assists Director of Facilities and Construction with coordinating all activities associated with the construction and opening of new stores, including soliciting, reviewing, and recommending bids from general and independent contractors, obtaining necessary permits, and assuring timely opening of facilities. Performs due diligence items regarding zoning, permitting, utilities, incentives, and equipment orders. Oversees civil engineers and architects to ensure all projects are timely completed. Assists Director or Facilities and Construction with special projects, including but not limited to replacement of damaged pole signs, plumbing projects, concrete repairs, interior and exterior construction, and major HVAC repairs. Researches and implements preventative maintenance schedules as well as devises ways to reduce costs regarding maintenance issues and utility usage.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Proficient in the use of word processing and spreadsheet software.
• Three (3) to five (5) years related construction experience.
• Good coaching, negotiation, interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Able to carry out duties and assignments independently.
• Able to interpret and respond to legal documents regarding construction/maintenance bids and specifications.

Nice To Haves

• College preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with timely plan for the completion and opening of new facilities by ensuring all utilities are located at the property line, ensuring proper zoning and drive through is allowed by right, engaging surveyors and geotechnical companies for each project, coordinating equipment purchases and assuring timely/cost efficient delivery and installation, and assisting in developing, organizing and executing plans for new store opening.
• Takes lead on special construction projects from inception to completion.
• Maintains a warranty tracking system for special construction projects to make sure that necessary repairs that are covered under warranties are being properly filed and paid.
• In charge of developing cost saving ideas in regard to the utility costs, as well as implementing and training each store location on these cost saving ideas.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED