Development Project Manager

Description:

Position: Development Project Manager

Location: Hybrid - Southfield Michigan

Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Because We Invest in YOU!

At Brewtopia, it’s more than coffee — it’s about building the infrastructure that powers disciplined growth.

As a fast-growing 7 Brew franchise group expanding across multiple states, development execution is critical to scaling intelligently and efficiently. Before a stand ever opens, strong development leadership ensures sites are viable, entitlements move efficiently, and projects are designed for operational success.

Our impossible goal: 200 stands and $500M in revenue by 2028.

To do that, we need a Development Project Manager who not only manages projects — but drives the systems, coordination, and execution required to move projects from feasibility through permit-ready delivery.

This role is proactive, execution-focused, and systems-driven.

YOUR MISSION

Lead Brewtopia development projects from site feasibility through entitlement, design, permitting, and construction handoff:

• On schedule
• Within budget
• Fully coordinated and permit-ready
• Designed for operational efficiency and scalability

Development performance is not reactive.

You own progress — feasibility, entitlement strategy, consultant coordination, design execution, and project readiness.

Requirements:

Key Responsibilities

• Manage assigned development projects from site approval through turnover, including feasibility, due diligence, entitlements, permitting, design, and construction handoff.
• Lead the technical delivery of new 7 Brew stand development projects while ensuring alignment with company goals, brand standards, budgets, schedules, and operational requirements.
• Coordinate and manage all project consultants and vendors, including civil, architectural, structural, MEP, building manufacturers, and other third-party partners.
• Oversee due diligence activities, utility research, constructability reviews, pre-application meetings, and permitting strategies to proactively identify and mitigate project risks.
• Develop, maintain, and communicate project schedules, milestones, budgets, cash flow forecasts, and pipeline reporting.
• Coordinate with local municipalities, regulatory agencies, and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) to obtain approvals and minimize project delays.
• Manage entitlement and permitting processes, including submissions, agency reviews, public meetings, and regulatory compliance.
• Resolve design conflicts, technical challenges, and field issues while supporting construction teams throughout project execution.
• Collaborate closely with Real Estate, Construction, Operations, and executive leadership to ensure successful project delivery and operational readiness.
• Translate technical project information into clear business updates, providing regular status reports, risk assessments, and recommendations to leadership.
• Support construction administration activities, including change orders, pay application reviews, schedule updates, and quality assurance.
• Continuously improve development processes, prototype plan sets, and project documentation to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and support scalable growth.
• Maintain accurate project documentation and ensure compliance with internal governance, approval processes, and company standards.

Project Load

• Approximately 45% of Michigan portfolio
• Approximately 20 projects

Who You Are

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of progressive experience in real estate development and/or construction project management
• Strong understanding of entitlements, permitting, design coordination, and construction administration
• Proven ability to manage schedules, budgets, consultants, and cross-functional stakeholders
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, contracts, and basic financial models/pro formas
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and project management software such as MS Project, Smartsheet, or Procore
• Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to work across municipalities, consultants, operations, and executive teams
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity, solving problems proactively, and driving accountability
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as required

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as PMP, LEED, or CCM
• Experience negotiating AIA or similar consultant and contractor agreements
• Experience in QSR, retail, or multi-site development environments preferred

What You’ll Get

• Compensation $115K - $125K annualy, based on experience.
• Performance bonus opportunity.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive, collaborative, and results-oriented work environment
• Be part of high-impact projects that shape the future of Brewtopia
• Hybrid role with travel to project sites as needed

JOIN THE BREWTOPIA MOVEMENT

If you thrive where execution replaces excuses, systems drive scale, and accountability defines success — we want to hear from you.

Start your journey with us today by completing our quick Culture Index Survey (5–7 minutes):

https://surveys.cultureindex.com/s/y8HlLcvMA4/93831

Equal Opportunity Employer

Brewtopia and 7 Brew are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. All applicants are considered fairly, without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or any protected status.

Apply today and help us build the future.