Construction Manager

Brand:

Bagel Brands is the parent company for your favorite breakfast brands, Einstein Bros. Bagels, Bruegger's Bagels, Noah's NY Bagels, and Manhattan Bagel. We believe in the bagel and how it has the unique ability to bring people together. Our team has a standard set of values and behaviors that allow us to spread a little more joy and happiness in the world.  They let us laugh, smile, and enjoy each other’s company a little more. These are the behaviors that guide how we work, how we treat each other, and how we treat our guests. We believe that there is no better way to make someone’s day than with a warm, fresh-baked bagel and a heart-felt good morning.

The Construction Manager will work with the development department to oversee and coordinate multiple construction projects from start to finish while supporting planning, execution, and delivery aligned with company standards. This role will focus on the Western region. This role will lead a team of construction coordinators.

• Department: Development

• Annual Salary Range: $115,000 - $125,000/yr

• Annual Bonus

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

Project Planning & Pre-Construction

• Provide leadership to one or more of the Construction Coordinators in initial planning stage by collaborating with clients, architects, engineers, and other parties to develop detailed job scopes and material requirements.

• Schedules and coordinates projects in logical steps and budgets the time necessary to meet deadlines.

• Prepares and submits budget estimates and communicates with stakeholders regarding costs and progress.

• Reviews lease documents and coordinates utilities and site services.

• Works with Design and Facilities teams to forecast long-lead items.

Construction Management & Execution

• Plans, coordinates, organizes, oversees, and directs construction and remodel activities.

• Ensures adherence to budget and timeline; makes adjustments for unexpected issues.

• Ensures safety standards, codes, and guidelines are followed.

• Oversees contract negotiations, revisions, and compliance by all parties.

• Collaborates with teams and contractors to resolve construction or design issues.

• Manages delays, weather impacts, or jobsite emergencies.

• Tracks deliveries and installations across projects.

• Ensures projects are completed on time and to satisfaction.

• Manages turnover to Operations and completion of punch lists.

Financial & Administrative Management

• Receives and reviews invoices against quotes prior to approval.

• Maintains construction files and closeout documentation.

• Obtains requirements for landlord TI reimbursements.

• Maintains electronic files and reporting systems.

• Provides weekly status updates.

Cross-Functional Partnership & Stakeholder Management

• Develops strong relationships with owners, managers, designers, contractors, and vendors.

• Communicates with all levels of management.

• Works independently and takes ownership of project execution.

Additional Responsibilities That May Be Performed

• Review lease work exhibits for tenant requirements.

• Coordinate project changes impacting design prototypes.

• Manage vendors and project-specific orders.

• Build relationships with landlord management throughout project lifecycle.

• Collaborate with Facilities on subcontractor coordination and equipment specifications.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiency.

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES (INDIVIDUAL CONTRIBUTOR)

• Effective Communication: Communicates technical information clearly and effectively while partnering across technical and non-technical teams.

• Accountability & Ownership: Takes ownership of systems, configurations, integrations, and technical solutions while ensuring accuracy, reliability, and follow-through.

• Adaptability & Perseverance: Adjusts effectively to changing business needs, evolving technologies, and shifting priorities while maintaining focus on delivering results.