Construction Project Manager - Foodservice Operations - Redmond, WA

Compensation Salary: $120,000 – $130,000 per year. Job Summary The Food Service Facility Construction Project Manager leads the planning, design, construction, and delivery of food service facilities across a defined portfolio. This role ensures all projects—including café refreshes, new builds, renovations, and infrastructure upgrades—are executed in alignment with operational requirements, client expectations, safety standards, and budget targets. Key Responsibilities Lead end‑to‑end delivery of food service construction projects from concept through opening and closeout. Develop and manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and forecasts. Monitor project performance and proactively address risks, delays, and cost impacts. Ensure timely completion of all milestones in alignment with client and business objectives. Partner with architects, engineers, and food‑service consultants to develop functional and efficient kitchen and café designs. Collaborate with culinary and operations teams to align layouts with workflow, service model, and capacity needs. Review and approve design deliverables, including schematic design, construction documents, and equipment plans. Ensure all designs meet applicable health, fire, ADA, and local regulatory requirements. Oversee construction activities, contractor coordination, field inspections, and quality control. Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, verify compliance, and resolve issues. Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and punch lists. Coordinate specification, procurement, and installation of food‑service equipment and systems. Oversee integration of MEP systems required for food operations. Ensure proper commissioning and operational readiness of all kitchen and service areas prior to handoff. Develop detailed project budgets and manage ongoing cost tracking and reporting. Lead procurement activities for equipment, materials, and services. Negotiate with vendors and contractors to optimize cost, schedule, and quality outcomes. Serve as the primary liaison between client stakeholders, internal partners, and external partners. Lead project meetings, provide regular status updates, and escape issues as appropriate. Ensure all projects meet health department, safety, and regulatory compliance requirements. Support opening readiness activities, including equipment testing, staff handoff, and operational validation. Maintain accurate documentation for all phases of the project lifecycle. Manage multiple concurrent projects across locations and phases. Align project delivery with portfolio strategies, client initiatives, and capital planning. Identify opportunities for process improvement, standardization, and cost efficiency. Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field (or equivalent). Minimum 5+ years of experience in construction or facilities project management, preferably in food service/hospitality environments or commercial/institutional construction. Technical Skills Strong knowledge of construction management processes, food service facility design and equipment systems, MEP infrastructure, and building systems. Experience managing budgets, schedules, vendor contracts, and construction documentation (drawings, RFIs, submittals). Leadership & Core Competencies Proven ability to manage cross‑functional teams and stakeholders. Strong communication, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment. High attention to detail with a focus on quality and execution excellence. Preferred Certifications Project Management Professional (PMP). LEED accreditation or sustainability‑related certification. Working Conditions Combination of office and on‑site construction environments. Travel between project sites as required. Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision. Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance. Retirement Plan. Paid Time Off, Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state). Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs. Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Paid Parental Leave, Personal Leave. Equal Opportunity Employer Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to treating all applicants and associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. The company reserves the right to modify or change essential functions as needed. We consider applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with applicable laws. The workplace is drug‑free. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. #J-18808-Ljbffr