Restaurant Project Manager (Construction & Fit-Out)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on F&B Project Manager to oversee restaurant construction, renovation and refurbishment projects from initial planning through opening and operational handover. The successful candidate will coordinate internal stakeholders, designers, consultants, contractors, suppliers, landlords and relevant authorities to ensure every project is delivered safely, on time, within budget and in accordance with the company's operational and brand requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Manage new restaurant openings, renovations, reinstatements and improvement projects from concept to completion.
• Develop detailed project schedules, milestones, budgets and implementation plans.
• Monitor project progress closely, identify potential delays and implement timely corrective actions.
• Conduct regular site inspections and ensure all works meet approved drawings, specifications and quality standards.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously, ensuring smooth execution across different sites.
• Review layout plans, technical drawings, material selections and design proposals.
• Coordinate architectural, interior design, kitchen, mechanical and electrical, plumbing, fire-safety and building requirements.
• Use AutoCAD and SketchUp to review, interpret and make basic amendments to drawings.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, cost estimates and cash-flow requirements.
• Coordinate contractors, vendors, consultants and internal departments throughout each project.

About you

• At least 3 years of relevant experience managing F&B construction, renovation or restaurant-opening projects.
• Experience with restaurant groups, franchises or multi-outlet F&B operations is highly advantageous.
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD and SketchUp.
• Proven ability to manage project schedules, budgets, contractors and multiple stakeholders.
• Good understanding of restaurant layouts, kitchen requirements, building services and facilities maintenance.
• Familiarity with Malaysia building, fire-safety, food-shop licensing and landlord requirements is preferred.
• Fluent written and spoken English.
• Strong communication, negotiation, problem-solving and organizational skills.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested applicants, kindly send your resume in MS WORD format to [email protected] or please click on “Apply Now” and provide the details below in your resume.

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