Construction Project Manager

Company Description

At Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen, our mission has always been to reinvent fast-food. We're Australia's only fast-food restaurant to be 100% clean, meaning there are no added preservatives, artificial flavours, added colours or unacceptable additives in our food. We're incredibly proud of our amazing people, and the unique way we celebrate Mexican culture in everything we do.

Job Description

The Construction Manager is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end construction process for new restaurant builds and refurbishments, ensuring all GYG stores are built on time, to standard, and within budget.

This includes ensuring each project aligns with approved designs, landlord agreements, and financial commitments while managing all external and internal stakeholders throughout the construction phase.

This role requires close collaboration with Development and Design teams to ensure all stores are executed to GYG's quality standards, operational requirements, and strategic growth objectives.

More specifically you will:

• Provide end to end project management for all new builds and major refurbishments in QLD & NT
• Ensure all projects are delivered on time and in line with financial year commitments
• Proactively identify and resolve construction challenges to maintain timelines and avoid delays
• Deliver all construction projects within or under the approved budget, maximizing cost efficiencies without compromising quality
• Monitor construction costs, contractor expenses, and unforeseen expenditures, ensuring financial discipline
• Identify and implement cost-saving measures while maintaining high-quality standards
• Ensure all restaurants are built in strict adherence to approved designs, specifications, and quality benchmarks
• Validate that construction meets GYG's operational and brand requirements, ensuring consistency across all locations
• Confirm that all construction aligns with landlord agreements, obtaining necessary approvals and addressing compliance issues
• Act as the primary liaison between all external contractors, landlords, suppliers, and regulatory bodies during the construction phase
• Partner with Design Managers to ensure seamless translation of design plans into construction execution
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with internal leadership, finance, and operations teams to ensure alignment on project progress
• Identify and mitigate potential risks, delays, and compliance issues throughout the construction lifecycle
• Conduct quality checks and site inspections to ensure work meets GYG's standards before handover
• Ensure that all safety, regulatory, and environmental requirements are met across all construction sites

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in construction management, preferably within the hospitality, retail, or QSR (Quick Service Restaurant) sectors
• Strong understanding of construction processes, site management, contractor coordination, and budget control
• Ability to simultaneously manage multiple construction projects with tight timelines
• Knowledge of building codes, permits, and regulatory compliance requirements
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with experience managing landlords, contractors, and internal teams
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to quickly address and resolve construction challenges

Benefits

• Flexibility to work from home on one day each week
• Up to 5 weeks of annual leave through our "Love Ya Leave" program
• Up to $100/month mobile phone reimbursement
• 12 weeks paid parental leave
• Eligibility to participate in our annual short term incentive plan
• Generous long term incentive plan
• A conveniently located office in Transport House, above the Fortitude Valley train station
• GYG gift card, topped up with $250 annually to spend in our restaurants
• Access to our exclusive GYG merchandise that cannot be bought - think caps/hats, hoodies, socks, backpacks and much more
• A relaxed office environment that allows you to dress for your day – you'll find most of us in our GYG hoodies, jeans and sneakers