21h ago

Head of Construction

New York City

$170k-$190k / year

full-timeleadretail

💼 About This Role

You'll lead end-to-end delivery of new café builds across the US, ensuring projects are on time and budget. You'll build and scale the construction function for rapid growth with a hands-on team. This role partners cross-functionally with Real Estate, Design, and Operations to bring new cafés to life.

🎯 What You'll Do

  • Lead US construction strategy and operating rhythm for rapid growth.
  • Deliver an aggressive annual new café opening plan.
  • Manage and develop a team of Senior Project Managers.
  • Own project delivery from pre-construction through closeout.
  • Drive vendor and partner performance across GCs, architects, and consultants.

📋 Requirements

  • 10+ years of construction/project management experience in commercial retail/hospitality.
  • 5+ years leading teams with demonstrated talent development.
  • Proven track record delivering multiple concurrent projects across varied geographies.
  • Deep knowledge of full construction lifecycle including budgeting, scheduling, permitting.
  • Authorized to work in the United States.

✨ Nice to Have

  • Experience in QSR and/or food beverage construction.
  • Experience creating repeatable processes and playbooks.
  • Strong financial acumen with capital budget management.

🎁 Benefits & Perks

  • 💰 $170,000 - $190,000 base salary plus equity.
  • 🏥 Full healthcare coverage for two employee-only tiers.
  • 🏖️ 15 days paid annual leave plus holidays and sick time.
  • 🚆 Commuter benefits and free coffee.
  • 👶 Parental leave and bereavement leave.

📨 Hiring Process

Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks · AI estimate

  1. 1Recruiter Screen· 30 min
  2. 2Hiring Manager Interview· 45 min
  3. 3Panel Interview· 60 min
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