Construction Manager (1085-699)

Little Caesar Enterprises, Inc., is looking for an experienced and highly motivated Construction Manager for the Houston market . As a top international pizza chain in business for more than 55 years, Little Caesars offers tremendous opportunities for all of our colleagues. As a family owned company, we take an active interest in the professional growth of our team members.

As a Construction Manager you will be primarily responsible for all construction activity of the Houston market; managing multiple projects concurrently; working in coordination with the Real Estate Manager, local A & E teams and General Contractors to ensure effective communication across teams and achieve growth goals; working under limited supervision and according to established policies and procedures; and assuring that all assigned projects meet budgets and schedules.

The qualified candidate will possess at least a Bacelors degree or technical certification and/or training, and the ability to manage multiple tasks with varying communication skills, strong computer knowledge & the ability to work under pressure in construction zones. Minimum of 7 years experience in multi-unit project management, preferably in the restaurant industry with emphasis on kitchen equipment, exhaust systems, mechanical and electrical, as well as governmental agencies required for permitting, health and building inspections. We are seeking out a manager who leads by example and is very hands on and active in the field.

Little Caesars offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including: medical/dental/prescription coverage, 40l(k) with company match, profit sharing, adoption benefits, and exciting sports and entertainment perks! Part of the Ilitch Holdings' family of businesses, the company's primary business interests in the food, sports and entertainment industries include -- Little Caesars Pizza, the Detroit Red Wings, Detroit Tigers, Olympia Entertainment, Olympia Development, Blue Line Foodservice Distribution, Champion Foods, Uptown Entertainment, Little Caesars Pizza Kit Fundraising Program, and a variety of venues within these entities.

Required Skills

Job Summary: Develop and maintain a comprehensive development plan for the Corporate Zone. Directly consult with Store one franchisees and corporate operations to ensure that construction goals are met within established and measurable timelines and budgetary constraints and meet Little Caesar Enterprises, Inc. criteria. Work closely with local real estate managers to ensure local codes and requirements are met prior to approving lease documents. This position acts with a high level of autonomy, discretion and decision-making.

Essential Job Functions:

Evaluate all proposed company and designated franchise sites within an assigned region. Responsible for recommendations regarding location, zoning and code requirements, utilities and costs.

Frequent contact and interaction with new franchisees in assigned region. Acts as a project manager and consultant for entire development process for designated franchisees.

Oversee construction in the assigned region and work closely with the real estate managers as related to construction activity planning of future sites in multiple states.

Responsible for overseeing all change outs, remodels and relocations for assigned zone.

Build and maintain relationships with local contractors, municipalities.

As needed, meet city officials to obtain approval for all LCE construction. Receives clarification of codes. Schedules meeting with city officials build network of local contacts to ensure that future construction will progress smoothly.

Works with Architectural Department, Real Estate Managers and franchisees, as needed, to prepare a drawing of proposed space (including all measurements).

Work closely with franchisees in markets where no corporate stores exist to enhance and grow the General Contractor and Architect resources in those areas for future franchise growth.

Required Experience

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Bachelor degree in Engineering, Architectural or related discipline. Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a formal degree.

Minimum of seven years experience in all areas of commercial construction management, including construction projects, zoning and code requirements, utilities and costs and applicable state codes and requirements.

Knowledge of business and management principles involved in planning, resource allocation, production methods and coordination of people and resources.

Previous formal supervisory experience or experience in an informal leadership capacity.

Demonstrated budgetary expertise, specifically around cost projections, variances and project cost monitoring.

Evidence of initiative and the ability to resolve conflicts that arise during projects.

Demonstrated ability to manage one's own time and the time of others along with the ability to multi-task and deal with changing priorities.

Ability to travel and adhere to the LCE Corporate travel policies.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Previous experience with corporate and/or franchise restaurant construction.

Working Conditions:

Works at job sites where dust, dirt, hot and cold temperatures are common.

Extensive air and automobile travel along with overnight stays.

Works beyond normal business hours to ensure project completion.