Construction Project Coordinator

Come join The Halal Guys, the leader (and pioneer) of American Halal Food. Launched 30 years ago as a halal street cart on 53rd & 6th in New York City, our beloved and iconic fast casual brand now boasts 100 restaurants on three continents – with over 300 in development worldwide. In full growth mode, we have just launched a search for a Construction Project Coordinator to join our team at corporate headquarters in NYC.

Summary of Position:

The Construction Project Coordinator is responsible for overseeing, managing, and reporting on the project progression as assigned by the Project manager – Construction. The incumbent also has responsibility for maintaining working relationships with all relevant stakeholders involved in the construction processes, including but not limited to franchisees, contractors, vendors, and regulatory bodies.

Duties and Responsibilities:

·       Assist Project Manager on store design and construction related activities for The Halal Guys as the point of contact for franchisees during their pre-opening stages ensuring any inquiries are addressed within a given deadline.

·       Assist Project Manager manage the entire lifecycles for new store construction and remodel projects. Provide input on all construction development projects.

·       Interact with other internal corporate teams, vendors, suppliers, and contractors on a regular basis to ensure that store opening processes and packages from vendors or internal records are kept updated.

·       Provide cost savings ideas to keep investment costs within budgeted guidelines and in favor of the brand.

·       Maintain the new store opening calendar weekly to provide key contacts internally and externally with estimated store opening dates.

·       Participate in weekly cross functional business updates.

·       Keep organized records of correspondence and any vital construction documentation.

·       Assist stores open in accordance with approved specifications while maintaining contractually required timelines.

·       Review franchise lease documents / LOI and other construction documents as needed for approvals.

·       Oversee and provide expertise on new development projects.

·       Provide annual input for Franchise disclosure document updates.

·       Complete feasibility studies for new development projects and all remodel projects.

·       Oversee 3rd party resources related to design, construction, and site selection.

·       Perform other duties as needed.

Requirements:

·       Bachelor’s degree in business management, Construction Management, Architecture, Interior Design, or related field.

·       General Contracting experience preferred; Project Management Certification (PMP) preferred.

·       Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Construction Coordinator or Project Coordinator on restaurant or retail type facilities.

·       1 to 3 years of team leadership experience in a franchise company managing construction projects preferred.

·       Experience in managing multiple construction projects simultaneously.

·       Demonstrated ability to effectively manage general contractors, specialty vendors, and other professionals providing services for construction projects.

·       Knowledge of all project documents, including but not limited to architectural plans, construction documents, specifications, GC contracts, purchase orders, standard daily correspondence forms, submittals, RFI’s.

·       Understanding of basic Lease terms.

·       Facilities management experience with multi-locations and/or multi-properties.

·       Perefer Interior Design, Architecture or Space planning design in AutoCAD experience.

·       Budgeting experience.

·       Ability to create and deliver presentations to senior level executives and franchisees.

·       Strong organizational skills with the ability to track all development activities.

·       Excellent time management and multi-tasking skills.

·       Constant ability and desire to stay informed on best practices in franchise construction trends and processes.

·       First-Class communication skills to interact cross functionally within the corporate team as well as with our franchisees in a professional and consultative manner.

·       Ability to learn quickly with the ability to pivot and reprioritize objectives as needed.

·       Self-motivated and Self-directed.

·       Experience with Microsoft Platforms, particularly Excel, Word, SharePoint, Teams, Outlook.

·       Experience with Google Apps, particularly Google Maps, Google Docs, Sheets, Google Drive.

·       Experience using cloud-based Project Management Platforms (such as Procore, Tririga, Lucernex)

·       Experience using AutoCAD 2D to design and space planning.

Benefits:

The Halal Guys believe our greatest asset is our internal team, we offer competitive salaries and a full benefits package to include Medical, Dental/Vision, PTO, and paid holidays.

Job Type Full time (Not remote)

Work Location: Corporate Office

Pay: $85,000.00 / year

Please provide a resume.

Come join The Halal Guys, the leader (and pioneer) of American Halal Food. Launched 30 years ago as a halal street cart on 53rd & 6th in New York City, our beloved and iconic fast casual brand now boasts 100 restaurants on three continents – with over 300 in development worldwide. In full growth mode, we have just launched a search for a Construction Project Coordinator to join our team at corporate headquarters in NYC.

Summary of Position:

The Construction Project Coordinator is responsible for overseeing, managing, and reporting on the project progression as assigned by the Project manager – Construction. The incumbent also has responsibility for maintaining working relationships with all relevant stakeholders involved in the construction processes, including but not limited to franchisees, contractors, vendors, and regulatory bodies.

Duties and Responsibilities:

·       Assist Project Manager on store design and construction related activities for The Halal Guys as the point of contact for franchisees during their pre-opening stages ensuring any inquiries are addressed within a given deadline.

·       Assist Project Manager manage the entire lifecycles for new store construction and remodel projects. Provide input on all construction development projects.

·       Interact with other internal corporate teams, vendors, suppliers, and contractors on a regular basis to ensure that store opening processes and packages from vendors or internal records are kept updated.

·       Provide cost savings ideas to keep investment costs within budgeted guidelines and in favor of the brand.

·       Maintain the new store opening calendar weekly to provide key contacts internally and externally with estimated store opening dates.

·       Participate in weekly cross functional business updates.

·       Keep organized records of correspondence and any vital construction documentation.

·       Assist stores open in accordance with approved specifications while maintaining contractually required timelines.

·       Review franchise lease documents / LOI and other construction documents as needed for approvals.

·       Oversee and provide expertise on new development projects.

·       Provide annual input for Franchise disclosure document updates.

·       Complete feasibility studies for new development projects and all remodel projects.

·       Oversee 3rd party resources related to design, construction, and site selection.

·       Perform other duties as needed.

Requirements:

·       Bachelor’s degree in business management, Construction Management, Architecture, Interior Design, or related field.

·       General Contracting experience preferred; Project Management Certification (PMP) preferred.

·       Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Construction Coordinator or Project Coordinator on restaurant or retail type facilities.

·       1 to 3 years of team leadership experience in a franchise company managing construction projects preferred.

·       Experience in managing multiple construction projects simultaneously.

·       Demonstrated ability to effectively manage general contractors, specialty vendors, and other professionals providing services for construction projects.

·       Knowledge of all project documents, including but not limited to architectural plans, construction documents, specifications, GC contracts, purchase orders, standard daily correspondence forms, submittals, RFI’s.

·       Understanding of basic Lease terms.

·       Facilities management experience with multi-locations and/or multi-properties.

·       Perefer Interior Design, Architecture or Space planning design in AutoCAD experience.

·       Budgeting experience.

·       Ability to create and deliver presentations to senior level executives and franchisees.

·       Strong organizational skills with the ability to track all development activities.

·       Excellent time management and multi-tasking skills.

·       Constant ability and desire to stay informed on best practices in franchise construction trends and processes.

·       First-Class communication skills to interact cross functionally within the corporate team as well as with our franchisees in a professional and consultative manner.

·       Ability to learn quickly with the ability to pivot and reprioritize objectives as needed.

·       Self-motivated and Self-directed.

·       Experience with Microsoft Platforms, particularly Excel, Word, SharePoint, Teams, Outlook.

·       Experience with Google Apps, particularly Google Maps, Google Docs, Sheets, Google Drive.

·       Experience using cloud-based Project Management Platforms (such as Procore, Tririga, Lucernex)

·       Experience using AutoCAD 2D to design and space planning.

Benefits:

The Halal Guys believe our greatest asset is our internal team, we offer competitive salaries and a full benefits package to include Medical, Dental/Vision, PTO, and paid holidays.

Job Type Full time (Not remote)

Work Location: Corporate Office

Pay: $85,000.00 / year

Please provide a resume.