Job Description

The Senior Construction Project Manager (SPM) represents Quality Branded by leading new and remodel construction projects from due diligence through close-out. This role is accountable for project due diligence, setup, budget, schedule, permitting, contractor oversight, procurement of owner-supplied items, and overall successful project delivery. The SPM partners closely with the Senior Director of Design to ensure design intent is feasible, aligns with budgets, and is effectively coordinated with all stakeholders. The SPM also serves as a key liaison to Operations during project handover and ensures all functional requirements are met.

Responsibilities:

• Lead due diligence assessments for new sites, including feasibility, construction constraints, and cost projections, and second-generation site considerations, partnering closely with the Senior Director of Design for constructability input
• Draft, own and actively manage all project budgets, keeping them updated, monitoring costs, identifying savings opportunities
• Drive value engineering in partnership with the Senior Director of Design
• Oversee permitting and approval processes, ensuring compliance with all local authorities and regulations, and maintain relationships with relevant jurisdictions and planning commissions
• Serve as primary liaison between internal teams (Design, Operations, Senior Leadership) and external stakeholders (GCs, vendors, consultants, landlords, governing authorities)
• Administer all project documentation, trackers, and logs, including contracts, change orders, purchase orders, and invoices
• Manage procurement and delivery of owner-supplied items, ensuring timely delivery and installation with internal and external teams
• Communicate progress, risks, and changes to key stakeholders in a timely, clear, and structured manner
• Supervise on-site construction, manage GCs and subcontractor performance, and resolve issues to maintain schedule, quality, and safety
• Organize and lead project kick-offs, meetings, calls, and coordination between internal teams, contractors, consultants, and landlords
• Facilitate smooth handover to Operations, ensuring all FF&E, functional, and operational requirements are met
• Serve as the ultimate owner of the project, accountable for tracking, documentation, and adherence to project goals, and proactive issue resolution
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Position Requirements:

• Available to work various shifts, weekends, and holidays throughout duration of project.
• Travel and/or extended travel may be required for the duration of out-of-state projects.
• Walks and stands 50% of the time.
• Continuously reach, bend, lift, carry, climb, standing.
• Be able to lift 50 lbs.

Knowledge, Skills and Attributes:

• Computer proficient; knowledge of AutoCAD, Microsoft Project, Revit, and general computer knowledge including Microsoft Office; Procore software preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree; prefer Architectural, Engineering or Construction management
• 7+ years of construction experience strongly preferred
• Previous experience managing multiple projects concurrently; strong finance skills preferred
• Ability to evaluate building and equipment conditions
• Ability to read, understand and execute the conditions of a lease document and a work letter defining construction and maintenance responsibilities
• Ability to prioritize, problem-solve, make prompt and sound decisions in the field when encountering variations from the plans or from assumed existing conditions
• Full understanding of cost control, scheduling, critical time frames, permitting and contracts
• Exceptional communication skills
• Able to clearly communicate in English to contractors and employees and read or prepare any job-related documents (includes speaking, reading, and writing)
• Knowledge of Uniform Building Code, ADA requirements, all OSHA safety requirements
• Knowledge of construction skills, building materials, and construction methods
• Strong attention to detail, ability to ensure projects are carried out as planned

Quality Branded is a Midtown-based restaurant group in New York City, founded by Michael Stillman in 2006. The group is comprised of Midtown staples and fixtures in the city’s dining landscape: Smith & Wollensky NYC, Quality Meats, Quality Italian, Quality Bistro, Don Angie, Zou Zou’s & Chez Zou, Bad Roman, San Sabino, and Twin Tails. Quality Branded is known for its buzzy, energetic spaces and warm hospitality, signature dishes, and tableside flair.

Quality Branded provides equal opportunity with regard to all terms and conditions of employment.

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