Construction Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager

Locations: G&B/GGET Main office

Classification: Direct-hire, Salary, FLSA-Exempt

Reports to: Dir. of Business Ops 

Apply to: work@gget.com

What's the opportunity?

We are looking for a qualified and passionate candidate that is experienced in Retail & Hospitality Design & Construction to join our team.  We are a rapidly growing specialty coffee company with the goal of doubling our retail locations in Southern California by 2023 before expanding to new markets. Our obsession with the highest quality coffee pushes us to build iconic cafes and unique hospitality models that serve neighborhoods and inspire human connection. 

The Construction Project Manager will be responsible for managing the launch of the next generation of Go Get Em Tiger cafes. In this position, you will lead the entire construction process, from pre-construction activities through construction, project-close out, and successful handoff to the new store team. You will join a talented and driven team focused on creating innovative hospitality experiences for the communities we serve.  You will have a high influence on the entire development cycle and full ownership of project budgets, schedules, vendor and consultant relationships. 

What will I do?

Project Management

• Build and manage a master schedule for the entire pipeline.

• Create and maintain up to date project timelines (gantt charts) for all projects to include in a bi-weekly report to leadership.

• Provide regular monitoring of the project costs through design and construction, and provide a monthly budget update to the leadership team.

• Review and coordinate all contracts with legal team.

• Develop new vendor relationships to provide the flexibility to scale.

Pre-Design Phase

• Provide input on site feasibility during site visits, and identify potential development challenges.

• Act as liaison to the Landlord for the development team to ensure the site and building accommodate GGET’s needs.

• Work with external vendors as required to generate work letters.

• Create an initial project budget in collaboration with the executive team.

• Establish project specific agreements with external vendor stack to meet the individual project needs in the pipeline.

Design Phase

• Coordinate consultants during the design phase as required in order to obtain a building permit & design package that hits budget goals.

• Review and negotiate vendor and consultant contracts.

• Review test fits and provide necessary recommendations to address challenges pertaining to schedule and budget.

• Implement methods and procedures to minimize risks and delays during design and construction phases.

• Own the internal design milestones schedule and set expectations with the design team.

• Assist in reviewing and approving site specific Design Development and Construction Documents for obvious and clear errors. 

• Assist Design Manager in the coordination of owner managed construction vendors not under GC scope.

• Assist in bidding procedures and contract negotiations between Owner and General Contractor.  Prepare bid documents and bid addenda’s as required. Provide final recommendations to the owner prior to the contractor being signed.

Construction Phase

• Oversee and coordinate required submittal reviews, construction document clarifications (RFIs), and change orders along with the approval of the Architect.

• Coordinate inspection and/or observation to ensure the project is constructed in accordance with the project documents.  Prepare progress construction reports and maintain a digital photo library of construction activities.

• Review and maintain record of construction progress reports from the General Contractor to document schedule, manpower, RFI’s and change orders.

• Review and approve pay requests sent to the Owner for processing within 30 days, or as stated in the General Contractors contract.

• Confirm that the contractor or other consultants provide additional details of information if, and when, required for proper execution of the work.

• Coordinate and verify inspection punch list at substantial completion.  Coordinate corrections with the General Contractor and the Owner. Verify project completion and clean up by Contractor.  Schedule and conduct a final walk-thru with the General Contractor and Owner prior to recommendation of acceptance.

• Require record drawings be provided by the General Contractor.  Review and verify the record drawings are complete.

• Obtain and verify Contractors Affidavit, warranties, and all lien releases from the General Contractor.  Recommend final payment in the form of releasing the retention money.

• Provide a final close out package to the Owner along with all project files, manuals, warranties and lien releases including items needed for the release of Tenant Improvement monies from the Landlord.

Am I qualified?

Yes if…

• You have 5-7 years experience in construction management or architectural management.

• You have excellent working knowledge of building codes, and ADA standards for accessible design.

• You have exceptional knowledge of construction contract administration policies, procedures, and concepts.

• You have a proven track record of completing projects on time and on budget.

• You have excellent organizational skills with an obsession for the small details.

• You have strong time management skills with the ability to operate autonomously.

• You have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to maintain strong vendor relationships while ensuring projects remain on schedule.

• You have the ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous input & responses.

• You have a high sense of urgency and personal ownership.

• You have a curiosity and a willingness to continually build a better process for the future.

• You have a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in A/E/C.

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we have facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Title: Project Manager

Locations: G&B/GGET Main office

Classification: Direct-hire, Salary, FLSA-Exempt

Reports to: Dir. of Business Ops 

Apply to: work@gget.com

What's the opportunity?

We are looking for a qualified and passionate candidate that is experienced in Retail & Hospitality Design & Construction to join our team.  We are a rapidly growing specialty coffee company with the goal of doubling our retail locations in Southern California by 2023 before expanding to new markets. Our obsession with the highest quality coffee pushes us to build iconic cafes and unique hospitality models that serve neighborhoods and inspire human connection. 

The Construction Project Manager will be responsible for managing the launch of the next generation of Go Get Em Tiger cafes. In this position, you will lead the entire construction process, from pre-construction activities through construction, project-close out, and successful handoff to the new store team. You will join a talented and driven team focused on creating innovative hospitality experiences for the communities we serve.  You will have a high influence on the entire development cycle and full ownership of project budgets, schedules, vendor and consultant relationships. 

What will I do?

Project Management

• Build and manage a master schedule for the entire pipeline.

• Create and maintain up to date project timelines (gantt charts) for all projects to include in a bi-weekly report to leadership.

• Provide regular monitoring of the project costs through design and construction, and provide a monthly budget update to the leadership team.

• Review and coordinate all contracts with legal team.

• Develop new vendor relationships to provide the flexibility to scale.

Pre-Design Phase

• Provide input on site feasibility during site visits, and identify potential development challenges.

• Act as liaison to the Landlord for the development team to ensure the site and building accommodate GGET’s needs.

• Work with external vendors as required to generate work letters.

• Create an initial project budget in collaboration with the executive team.

• Establish project specific agreements with external vendor stack to meet the individual project needs in the pipeline.

Design Phase

• Coordinate consultants during the design phase as required in order to obtain a building permit & design package that hits budget goals.

• Review and negotiate vendor and consultant contracts.

• Review test fits and provide necessary recommendations to address challenges pertaining to schedule and budget.

• Implement methods and procedures to minimize risks and delays during design and construction phases.

• Own the internal design milestones schedule and set expectations with the design team.

• Assist in reviewing and approving site specific Design Development and Construction Documents for obvious and clear errors. 

• Assist Design Manager in the coordination of owner managed construction vendors not under GC scope.

• Assist in bidding procedures and contract negotiations between Owner and General Contractor.  Prepare bid documents and bid addenda’s as required. Provide final recommendations to the owner prior to the contractor being signed.

Construction Phase

• Oversee and coordinate required submittal reviews, construction document clarifications (RFIs), and change orders along with the approval of the Architect.

• Coordinate inspection and/or observation to ensure the project is constructed in accordance with the project documents.  Prepare progress construction reports and maintain a digital photo library of construction activities.

• Review and maintain record of construction progress reports from the General Contractor to document schedule, manpower, RFI’s and change orders.

• Review and approve pay requests sent to the Owner for processing within 30 days, or as stated in the General Contractors contract.

• Confirm that the contractor or other consultants provide additional details of information if, and when, required for proper execution of the work.

• Coordinate and verify inspection punch list at substantial completion.  Coordinate corrections with the General Contractor and the Owner. Verify project completion and clean up by Contractor.  Schedule and conduct a final walk-thru with the General Contractor and Owner prior to recommendation of acceptance.

• Require record drawings be provided by the General Contractor.  Review and verify the record drawings are complete.

• Obtain and verify Contractors Affidavit, warranties, and all lien releases from the General Contractor.  Recommend final payment in the form of releasing the retention money.

• Provide a final close out package to the Owner along with all project files, manuals, warranties and lien releases including items needed for the release of Tenant Improvement monies from the Landlord.

Am I qualified?

Yes if…

• You have 5-7 years experience in construction management or architectural management.

• You have excellent working knowledge of building codes, and ADA standards for accessible design.

• You have exceptional knowledge of construction contract administration policies, procedures, and concepts.

• You have a proven track record of completing projects on time and on budget.

• You have excellent organizational skills with an obsession for the small details.

• You have strong time management skills with the ability to operate autonomously.

• You have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to maintain strong vendor relationships while ensuring projects remain on schedule.

• You have the ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous input & responses.

• You have a high sense of urgency and personal ownership.

• You have a curiosity and a willingness to continually build a better process for the future.

• You have a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in A/E/C.

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we have facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.