Restaurant Project Manager Jobs in Frederick, MD

Construction Project Manager - QSR and Fast Casual Restaurant Construction - Base Salary to 130k/year - Hagerstown, MD

• Our client is an established commercial construction company specializing in new-build, ground-up, and renovation projects throughout multiple regions of the United States. They are seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager with a proven background managing Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) and Fast Casual Restaurant new-build construction projects. This is a fully remote position; however, candidates must reside within the Eastern or Central Time Zones.
• The Construction Project Manager will manage multiple fast-track restaurant construction projects simultaneously from preconstruction through closeout. This role requires hands-on experience with QSR and Fast Casual Restaurant new builds, aggressive construction schedules, subcontractor coordination, budgeting, cost control, and complete project lifecycle management.

Responsibilities:

• Manage multiple fast-track commercial construction projects simultaneously from preconstruction through project closeout, with a focus on QSR and Fast Casual Restaurant construction.
• Define project scopes for each trade and collaborate with Estimators to analyze bids, de-scope proposals, and select qualified subcontractors and vendors.
• Develop, maintain, and proactively manage construction project schedules to ensure milestones, budgets, and client expectations are met.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, clients, and field personnel to keep projects moving efficiently while resolving issues that could affect schedule, quality, or cost.
• Attend pre-bid, preconstruction, and project coordination meetings and serve as a primary point of communication among clients, field teams, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor construction progress, verify quality, ensure adherence to project drawings and specifications, and uphold standards for safety, craftsmanship, budget, and schedule.
• Manage project documentation, including material requisitions, purchase orders, submittals, requests for information (RFIs), change orders, pay application support, shop drawings, and closeout documentation.
• Review and coordinate shop drawings with architects, engineers, design professionals, and subcontractors to ensure accuracy and compliance with project requirements.
• Monitor project costs, review job profitability, approve material usage, and identify opportunities to control costs and maximize project performance.
• Prepare and maintain accurate project reports, construction schedules, budgets, and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, OSHA safety standards, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Coordinate labor, equipment, materials, and subcontractor schedules to support project productivity and successful execution.
• Promote a culture of safety and ensure the proper and efficient use of equipment, vehicles, and jobsite resources.

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of Project Management experience in commercial construction.
• Required experience managing Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) and Fast Casual Restaurant new-build or ground-up construction projects.
• Experience managing multiple fast-track construction projects simultaneously from preconstruction through closeout.
• Strong knowledge of commercial and restaurant construction methods, materials, equipment, scheduling, and industry best practices.
• Advanced ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, specifications, and civil plans.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors, vendors, clients, and field personnel.
• Strong understanding of construction budgeting, project scheduling, cost control, change orders, RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and closeout documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver construction projects on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with project quality requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to maintain effective client and subcontractor relationships.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Ability to travel to project sites and meet company driving requirements.
• Ability to meet applicable employment and project access requirements in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Experience using Procore, Bluebeam Revu, and other construction management software.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while collaborating effectively with project teams.

Compensation:

• Base salary in the 100k - 130k/year range.
• Quarterly bonus.
• Health insurance packages, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401k with company match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.

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