project specialist - construction, US Licensed Stores

Starbucks•Washington, DC

About The Position

From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others. Project Specialists are responsible for the overall development and construction coordination of new and renovation projects. They work closely with a Project Manager to ensure projects are completed in accordance with Starbucks requirements.

Requirements

Construction experience in restaurant or retail environment
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings
High School diploma or GED or 4 + years of US military experience
Experience using project or construction management software

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in facility or construction management, architecture, or business-related field

Responsibilities

Plan and manage construction processes and practices to ensure that FF&E Replacements Program processes are aligned with company business goals and objectives.
Collect vendor quotes and process purchase and warehouse orders. Place and track orders on a per order basis in Sales Force (Nexus)
Communicate and distribute order related information to vendors and internal partners
Work with cross functional teams to ensure stores are purchasing correct furniture, fixtures and equipment that align with current design and business standards.
Coordinate and resolve shipping issues within internal and external transportation departments
Facilitate close out of sales orders and purchase orders within a timely manner.

Benefits

As a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits.
Partners have access to 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, and two personal days per year.
Starbucks also offers eligible partners participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (S.I.P.), Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools.
Additionally, Starbucks offers 100%25 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, and access to other educational opportunities.
You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement.
Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and in accordance with its plans and policies.
This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative.
For additional information regarding partner perks and more detailed information about benefits, go to starbucksbenefits.com.
If you are working in CA, CO, IL, LA, ME, MA, NE, ND or RI, you will accrue vacation up to a maximum of 120 hours (190 in CA) for roles below director and 200 hours (316 in CA) for roles at director or above.
For roles in other states, you will be granted vacation time starting at 120 hours annually for roles below director and 200 hours annually for roles director and above.