Construction Project Manager

Recipe Unlimited Corporation is Canada’s leading full service restaurant company. Home to such iconic brands as Swiss Chalet, Harvey’s, St.Hubert, Olive Garden Canada, Montana’s, Bier Markt, East Side Mario’s, The Landing Group of Restaurants, New York Fries, The Pickle Barrel & Catering, State & Main, Elephant and Castle, Original Joe’s, Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar, The Burger’s Priest, Blanco Catina and Anejo. With this diverse portfolio of restaurants our Home Office Teammates have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of some of the most popular, well-loved brands in Canada. Variety isn’t the only thing we offer – we are passionate about our industry, we celebrate and support diversity of thought, we are innately curious and encourage our Teammates to take ownership. Above all else, we believe in doing the right thing for our people, our communities and our planet.

The Construction Project Manager is responsible for planning, directing, managing and providing oversight of assigned renovations projects to ensure that Recipe goals and objectives are accomplished within prescribed schedule and budget parameters. Effectively communicating with internal stakeholders, consultants, Landlords, technical staff, contractors and management. Provides internal and external coordination and collaboration with project partners and stakeholders. This position will assist in the management of key initiatives and projects. The position requires considerable judgment and latitude in performing job duties, and is expected to function effectively with minimal to moderate direct supervision.

What you will do in this role:

• Coordinating major renovations, and conversion projects for Recipe branded restaurant concepts

• Managing general contractors, consultants, vendors, and suppliers

• Ensuring projects are delivered on time and on budget, ensure that proper invoice and cost tracking is maintained throughout the life cycle of the project

• Ensuring engineering, architectural, and design activities are completed accurately and in a timely manner

• Developing a construction schedule and accurate budget for each construction project

• Manage building permits and site approvals process, coordination with Landlord in delivery of base building and/or building pad

• Manage the tendering process, analysis and recommendation

• Coordinating equipment delivery and construction schedules

• Establishing and monitoring of budgets and adherence of variance controls

• Managing site communications and issue resolution. Major strengths will be around communications to key internal and external stakeholders

• Overseeing construction and conducting periodic site inspections to ensure quality, timing, and adherence to standards

• Liaising with various internal contacts including Design and Construction, Restaurant Operations, Supply Chain, Real Estate, Franchising, and Legal Departments to ensure projects are completed as per plan. Liaising with Franchisee’s through the construction process

• Managing day-to-day work on projects in construction phases; coordinate and make recommendations regarding status of work

What we are looking for from you:

• Technical degree in the construction field (i.e. P.Eng, CET, B. Arch) is required or related experience

• PMP certification is an asset

• Minimum 5 years in construction management experience is required

• Previous retail and/or restaurant project manager experience or equivalent is ideal

• Proven organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities at same time

• Strong interpersonal skills along with excellent written and verbal communication

• Contract negotiation and management skills

• Ability to manage strict capital expenditures

• Ability to negotiate with contractor, landlords, consultants and suppliers on cost of work and timelines

• Attention to detail, analytical, and problem solving skills

• Solid grasp of basic and advanced project management principles

• Ability to contribute to continuous improvement to drive high-performance

• Ability to understand the business need for each project and make on-going decisions based on what’s best for the organization

• Role model for integrity, taking the initiative to ensure projects are always being run effectively and with proper governance

• Self-directed and able to function with ease as part of a team

• Ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external resources

• Technically astute and strategic in thinking

• Proficient in Goolge Platform MS Word, Outlook, and Microsoft Office tools, and some knowledge of applicable project management software

What’s in it for you?

• Flexible/Hybrid work environment

• Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000

• You’d be joining a close-knit, innovative team of creative and energetic go-getters

• You’d be a part of Canada’s largest full-service restaurant company that leads the industry in size and innovation

• 20% associate discount dining card and monthly dining allowance valid at participating Recipe brands

• A welcoming, fun and safe work environment founded on respect

• Career advancement opportunities with a company that owns some of Canada’s most iconic restaurant brands

• Industry-leading benefits, wellness programs, and total rewards programs

Recipe is committed to providing a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. Celebrating people, being passionate and curious, owning it, and doing the right thing are the values that guide how we build our teams, support our franchisees and create a company that unlocks the full potential of everyone.

Recipe is dedicated to providing accommodations in accordance with applicable human rights and accommodation legislation. For individuals that require accommodations please contact [email protected].