{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"03e5b19d5fd30b4b725b391f","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/03e5b19d5fd30b4b725b391f","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/03e5b19d5fd30b4b725b391f","title":"Construction Manager","description":"Playa Bowls is New Jersey's Original Acai Shop, and our mission is to serve the highest quality, innovative products to support healthier lifestyles and inspire a world of fun, excitement, and togetherness. At Playa Bowls, we live our brand in our actions and in the relationships that we make in our communities. Our focus is to provide a bowl full of deliciousness to every guest, delivered with authenticity and passion for the Playa way. What began as a pair of blenders, a patio table, and a fridge has flourished into a 300-unit operator and franchisor of the leading fast-casual restaurant concept. Playa Bowls added 70+ locations in 2024 and are on target to add as many 90 new locations in 2025. Our continued rapid growth has created the opportunity for an individual who will help us with continuing to grow our brand!\r\nPlaya Bowls offers competitive compensation, remote work-environment, medical, dental, vision, domestic partner benefits, spouse & children benefits, 401K plan, health savings account, paid time off, paid holidays, flight/hotels paid for, incentive bonus plan participation, mileage reimbursement, cell phone stipend, company card provided.\r\nThe Construction Manager is a key member of the Development team, reporting directly to the Director of Construction. The role will provide oversight and assistance to new and existing franchisees in the coordination, planning and implementation of new shop construction ensuring that schedules and budgets are followed. They will also serve as the Project Manager for communication and coordination with cross-functional teams within Playa Bowls. This position may also be responsible for the oversight and execution of company-owned new shop projects.\r\nFully remote – must be able to travel up to 50% of the time. Open to candidates that are based within our national footprint in the major airport hubs such as Washington DC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Houston or Phoenix.\r\nResponsibilities\r\nUtilize the company's project management platform to ensure that franchisees, general contractors, architects, engineers (A&E), national account vendors, operations, training, supply chain, and other cross-functional teams are aligned to support timely and cost-effective development.\r\nProvide leadership in the initial planning stage by collaborating with franchise owners, operators, architects, engineers, or other involved parties; use experience and expertise to proactively identify and solve avoidable risks across new store opening projects.\r\nSchedule and coordinate projects in logical steps and budget the time necessary to meet each deadline.\r\nPrepare and submit budget estimates and routinely communicate with stakeholders concerning budget progress and costs.\r\nEnsure adherence to the budget and schedule when unexpected complications or issues arise, mobilize resources to make quick and necessary adjustments to remain on schedule and on-budget.\r\nPlan, coordinate, organize, oversee, and direct activities regarding the construction and maintenance of assigned structures, facilities, and systems.\r\nEnsure safety standards and guidelines are followed on the jobsite and that all safety codes are met in construction.\r\nDevelop standards for store buildouts including criteria for approved GCs, budget formats, contracts, vanilla shell requirements and other tools necessary to ensure timely and efficient store buildouts. Support franchise owners on the development of construction budgets, identifying qualified GCs, contract negotiations, revisions, and additions and adherence to brand standards.\r\nCollaborate with stakeholders, supervisory staff, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve problems, including work procedures, complaints, and construction or design issues.\r\nManage and lead actions necessary due to delays, bad weather, or emergencies at construction sites.\r\nDevelop and maintain good working relationships with a variety of people, including owners, managers, designers, supervisors, tradespersons, and craft workers.\r\nPerform other related duties as assigned.\r\nExperience, Education and Behaviors\r\nBachelor's degree preferred in a related field (Construction, Architecture or Engineering).\r\nProficient in Google Suite, FranConnect (Franchise Management Software), and Microsoft Office for collaboration and communication.\r\n5+ years of construction management experience with a QSR or fast casual brand opening 100+ locations annually.\r\n5+ years of restaurant development project management experience preferred.\r\nThorough understanding of engineering, architectural and other construction drawings, AIA standards, permitting processes, and building codes, particularly as they pertain to restaurant construction.\r\nThorough understanding of contracts, plans, specifications and regulations.\r\nDemonstrated ability to be highly organized with the ability to handle multiple projects at once.\r\nMust strive for excellence and have only the highest integrity in their intentions.\r\nAbility to make intelligent and quick decisions, work well under pressure, and when faced with unexpected occurrences or delays.\r\nAbility to effectively multitask while analyzing and solving problems.\r\nEssential Physical Functions\r\nMust be able to traverse and inspect all areas of the jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.\r\nAbility to travel up to 50% of the time.\r\nMust be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.\r\nMust be able to engage in problem-solving skills to help identify and solve potential issues.\r\nMust be on call to address delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues at the jobsite.\r\nMission\r\nInspire and support our communities one bowl at a time.\r\nValues\r\nReal Deal. Playa Passion. Powerhouse. Big Wave Chaser. Dawn Patrol\r\nEqual Opportunity Employer\r\nPlaya Bowls is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Trilon Group","rawCompany":"trilon group","city":"Tempe","state":"AZ","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-04-09T08:02:04.491Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-9021.00","title":"Construction Managers","slug":"construction-managers"},{"code":"47-1011.00","title":"First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers","slug":"first-line-supervisors-of-construction-trades-and-extraction-workers"},{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"}],"industries":[{"code":"236220","title":"Commercial and Institutional Building Construction","slug":"commercial-and-institutional-building-construction"},{"code":"237990","title":"Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction","slug":"other-heavy-and-civil-engineering-construction"},{"code":"238190","title":"Other Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors","slug":"other-foundation-structure-and-building-exterior-contractors"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Construction Manager","description":"Playa Bowls is New Jersey's Original Acai Shop, and our mission is to serve the highest quality, innovative products to support healthier lifestyles and inspire a world of fun, excitement, and togetherness. At Playa Bowls, we live our brand in our actions and in the relationships that we make in our communities. Our focus is to provide a bowl full of deliciousness to every guest, delivered with authenticity and passion for the Playa way. What began as a pair of blenders, a patio table, and a fridge has flourished into a 300-unit operator and franchisor of the leading fast-casual restaurant concept. Playa Bowls added 70+ locations in 2024 and are on target to add as many 90 new locations in 2025. Our continued rapid growth has created the opportunity for an individual who will help us with continuing to grow our brand!\r\nPlaya Bowls offers competitive compensation, remote work-environment, medical, dental, vision, domestic partner benefits, spouse & children benefits, 401K plan, health savings account, paid time off, paid holidays, flight/hotels paid for, incentive bonus plan participation, mileage reimbursement, cell phone stipend, company card provided.\r\nThe Construction Manager is a key member of the Development team, reporting directly to the Director of Construction. The role will provide oversight and assistance to new and existing franchisees in the coordination, planning and implementation of new shop construction ensuring that schedules and budgets are followed. They will also serve as the Project Manager for communication and coordination with cross-functional teams within Playa Bowls. This position may also be responsible for the oversight and execution of company-owned new shop projects.\r\nFully remote – must be able to travel up to 50% of the time. Open to candidates that are based within our national footprint in the major airport hubs such as Washington DC, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Houston or Phoenix.\r\nResponsibilities\r\nUtilize the company's project management platform to ensure that franchisees, general contractors, architects, engineers (A&E), national account vendors, operations, training, supply chain, and other cross-functional teams are aligned to support timely and cost-effective development.\r\nProvide leadership in the initial planning stage by collaborating with franchise owners, operators, architects, engineers, or other involved parties; use experience and expertise to proactively identify and solve avoidable risks across new store opening projects.\r\nSchedule and coordinate projects in logical steps and budget the time necessary to meet each deadline.\r\nPrepare and submit budget estimates and routinely communicate with stakeholders concerning budget progress and costs.\r\nEnsure adherence to the budget and schedule when unexpected complications or issues arise, mobilize resources to make quick and necessary adjustments to remain on schedule and on-budget.\r\nPlan, coordinate, organize, oversee, and direct activities regarding the construction and maintenance of assigned structures, facilities, and systems.\r\nEnsure safety standards and guidelines are followed on the jobsite and that all safety codes are met in construction.\r\nDevelop standards for store buildouts including criteria for approved GCs, budget formats, contracts, vanilla shell requirements and other tools necessary to ensure timely and efficient store buildouts. Support franchise owners on the development of construction budgets, identifying qualified GCs, contract negotiations, revisions, and additions and adherence to brand standards.\r\nCollaborate with stakeholders, supervisory staff, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve problems, including work procedures, complaints, and construction or design issues.\r\nManage and lead actions necessary due to delays, bad weather, or emergencies at construction sites.\r\nDevelop and maintain good working relationships with a variety of people, including owners, managers, designers, supervisors, tradespersons, and craft workers.\r\nPerform other related duties as assigned.\r\nExperience, Education and Behaviors\r\nBachelor's degree preferred in a related field (Construction, Architecture or Engineering).\r\nProficient in Google Suite, FranConnect (Franchise Management Software), and Microsoft Office for collaboration and communication.\r\n5+ years of construction management experience with a QSR or fast casual brand opening 100+ locations annually.\r\n5+ years of restaurant development project management experience preferred.\r\nThorough understanding of engineering, architectural and other construction drawings, AIA standards, permitting processes, and building codes, particularly as they pertain to restaurant construction.\r\nThorough understanding of contracts, plans, specifications and regulations.\r\nDemonstrated ability to be highly organized with the ability to handle multiple projects at once.\r\nMust strive for excellence and have only the highest integrity in their intentions.\r\nAbility to make intelligent and quick decisions, work well under pressure, and when faced with unexpected occurrences or delays.\r\nAbility to effectively multitask while analyzing and solving problems.\r\nEssential Physical Functions\r\nMust be able to traverse and inspect all areas of the jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.\r\nAbility to travel up to 50% of the time.\r\nMust be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.\r\nMust be able to engage in problem-solving skills to help identify and solve potential issues.\r\nMust be on call to address delays, emergencies, bad weather, and other issues at the jobsite.\r\nMission\r\nInspire and support our communities one bowl at a time.\r\nValues\r\nReal Deal. Playa Passion. Powerhouse. Big Wave Chaser. Dawn Patrol\r\nEqual Opportunity Employer\r\nPlaya Bowls is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. 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