Construction Project Manager

Kizuki International LLC

. Own delivery of new restaurants from site due diligence and design through construction, turnover to opening day, and closeout .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing construction projects from site due diligence to opening day, with strong skills in budgeting, scheduling, and contract negotiation. Proficient in interpreting architectural and engineering drawings while ensuring compliance with building codes and permitting processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Construction Project ManagementBudgeting And Cost ControlContract Negotiation And AdministrationSite Due Diligence And PlanningRestaurant Industry Experience

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Hard Skills

Construction KnowledgeProject SchedulingArchitectural Drawing InterpretationBuilding Codes KnowledgePermitting ProcessesNegotiation SkillsCost ReportingChange Order ManagementSite InspectionSafety Compliance

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingCommunicationLeadershipCollaborationAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeGoogle Suite

Industry Keywords

Restaurant ConstructionGeneral Contractor ManagementVendor SourcingHealth Department ApprovalsConstruction Management Degree

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own delivery of new restaurants from site due diligence and design through construction, turnover to opening day, and closeout
Partner with leadership, landlords, architects, and engineers during site due diligence and early planning
Develop project scopes, preliminary budgets, and master schedules for new locations, relocations, and remodels
Manage design development and drawing reviews
Oversee building, mechanical, plumbing, health department, and fire permitting
Lead GC and vendor sourcing, prequalification, onboarding, competitive bids, negotiations, and contract awards
Draft, negotiate, and administer contracts, change orders, and amendments
Coordinate owner-furnished kitchen equipment, furniture, signage, and technology
Track project schedules and budgets; provide cost reports and forecasts to leadership
Review and approve pay applications, lien releases, and change order requests
Conduct site visits to monitor progress, quality, and safety compliance
Resolve field issues, RFIs, and design conflicts
Respond to delays, weather impacts, and site emergencies
Manage inspections, certificates of occupancy, health department approvals, punch lists, turnover, and handoff to operations
Collect closeout documentation, including warranties, O&M manuals, and as-builts
Track GC and vendor performance and refine prototype standards and costs

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of construction or project management experience
Technical and construction knowledge
Restaurant experience
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Construction Science or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
Ability to read and interpret architectural, MEP, and kitchen equipment drawings and specifications
Working knowledge of construction contracts, building codes, and permitting processes
Strong budgeting, scheduling, negotiation, and cost-control skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google suite
Must be able to walk and inspect all areas of active jobsites, including ladders, uneven surfaces, and confined spaces
Willingness to travel up to 30%
Availability to respond to time-sensitive site issues, emergencies, and opening-critical deadlines outside normal business hours

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical/dental/vision
PTO
Dining discount
Remote option