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Position Title: Construction Project Manager
Department: Franchise Development / Construction
Location: Franklin, TN (Nashville)
Reports To: Director of New Store Development

Position Summary

VIO Med Spa is seeking an experienced and highly organized Construction Project Manager to support the successful development of new franchise locations across our growing network. This role will serve as a support function for the Director of New Store Development and a primary point of contact for franchise owners throughout the design, permitting, construction, and opening process, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with VIO brand standards.

The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with strong retail construction experience who can effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously while collaborating with franchisees, architects, contractors, landlords, and internal stakeholders. Franchise and healthcare experience is preferred but not required.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management

• Support the Director of New Store Development with the full lifecycle of development projects from site approval through grand opening.

• Serve as a construction resource and advisor for franchise owners.

• Develop and maintain project schedules in Monday.com, ensuring key milestones are achieved.

• Monitor project progress and proactively identify and resolve issues that may impact timelines or budgets.

• Coordinate project reporting and communicate status updates to franchise owners and internal leadership.

Architecture & Design Coordination

• Partner with Director of New Store Development, architects, and procurement partners throughout the design process.

• Review architectural plans and construction documents for compliance with VIO brand standards and operational requirements.

• Coordinate design revisions and approvals with internal stakeholders.

• Support value engineering efforts while maintaining brand integrity and guest experience standards.

Permitting & Entitlements

• Assist franchise owners in navigating permitting, licensing, and regulatory requirements.

• Coordinate with architects, engineers, municipalities, and landlords to facilitate approvals.

• Track permitting progress and escalate delays as necessary.

Construction Oversight

• Review contractor bids, budgets, and construction schedules.

• Ensure construction activities align with approved plans, brand standards, and applicable codes.

• Assist franchisees with contractor coordination and issue resolution throughout the build-out process.

• Support final inspections, punch lists, and project closeout activities.

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve development processes, documentation, and project execution.

• Maintain the Monday.com project management system, construction standards, and reporting tools.

• Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of the franchise development program.

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing retail construction projects.

• Strong understanding of commercial construction processes, including design, permitting, bidding, construction, and project closeout.

• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously across various markets.

• Proficiency with project scheduling and project management tools.

• Strong organizational, communication, and relationship-management skills.

• Ability to read and interpret architectural and construction drawings.

• Willingness to travel as needed to support development projects.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience)

• Experience supporting franchise development or multi-unit retail expansion programs.

• Experience with Monday.com as a project management platform

• Experience within health, wellness, beauty, medical spa, fitness, or service-based retail concepts.

• Knowledge of landlord coordination, tenant improvement projects, and commercial lease requirements.

Success Metrics

• Projects delivered on schedule and within approved budgets.

• Successful adherence to VIO brand standards across all locations.

• Franchise owner satisfaction throughout the development process.

• Timely completion of permitting, construction, and store opening milestones.

• Effective collaboration with the Director of New Store Development, internal departments and external partners.

Why Join VIO Med Spa?

VIO Med Spa is one of the fastest-growing med spa brands in the country, combining innovation, operational excellence, and a commitment to helping franchise owners build successful businesses. This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in shaping the growth of a national brand while partnering directly with entrepreneurs and industry professionals to bring new locations to life.