Construction Manager - Houston

Construction Manager - Houston (18031475) Description

WHO WE ARE

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) is cultivating a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically-cooked, real food with wholesome ingredients without added colors, flavors or other additives. Chipotle has more than 2,400 restaurants as of March 31, 2018 in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France and Germany and is the only restaurant company of its size that owns and operates all its restaurants. With more than 70,000 employees passionate about providing a great guest experience, Chipotle is a longtime leader and innovator in the food industry. Chipotle is committed to making its food more accessible to everyone while continuing to be a brand with a demonstrated purpose as it leads the way in digital, technology and sustainable business practices.

CULTIVATING A BETTER WORLD

Food served fast doesn’t have to be a typical fast food experience. Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants. We're changing the face of fast food, starting conversations, and directly supporting efforts to shift the future of farming and food. We hope you'll join us as we continue to learn, evolve, and shape what comes next on our mission to make better food accessible to everyone.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We’re looking for a Construction Manager (CM) role who will be instrumental in the successful completion and turnover of restaurants built to Chipotle’s high standards. By conducting frequent, onsite, quality assurance evaluation of vendors, the CM ensures that all work is carried out efficiently and with utmost skill - while within financial and timeline forecasts. The CM is in the field approximately 25-30 hours per week visiting site construction projects for their designated region. The CM works effectively with architects, engineers, and landlords throughout this process and ensures that construction design standards and lease terms are accurately being delivered. The CM works with the local Facilities team members to coordinate punch walks, 90-day walks, and 1 year walks as well as communicates appropriately regarding new construction projects with their regional Ops team, Real Estate, Design, Lease Admin, Property Management, and Finance. The CM is responsible for communicating with General Contractors (GCs) and Sub-Contractors (Subs) regarding expectations and quality control for their region as well as the Chipotle vision statement.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Implementing procedures and processes for the successful utilization of outsource GCs, Subs, suppliers, and vendors; and ensuring proper interpretation and implementation of such procedures and processes
• Instituting and conducting performance evaluations of outsource GCs, Subs, suppliers and vendors engaged in the new construction process
• Assisting Lead CMs and Development Director in evaluating the regional utilization of outsource resources
• Identifying, qualifying, and developing outsource GCs to service all active markets within their respective regions
• Negotiating scope and fees of services with GCs to meet company new construction budget forecasts/initiatives
• Supporting the Development Director as Construction expert
• Consulting with the field Development Team and Procurement department to improve Chipotle’s effectiveness, quality, and costs
• Ensuring GC resources are meeting/exceeding budget requirements for new construction
• Practicing brand stewardship by modeling a positive attitude regarding brand development, motivating and leading construction partners, and advocating the Chipotle vision
• Promoting brand identity by assuring quality of fit and finish, adherence to specifications and standards, compliance with required construction timeframes and approved budgets; and assisting in pre-opening marketing efforts
• Ensuring high standards for GC’s by implementing best practices and other programs to improve overall construction discipline and better understand/track GC construction cost trends
• Engaging in clear, consistent communications with Restaurant Support Center, Operations, restaurant staff, landlords, and other Development staff on a frequent basis: demonstrating respect for all disciplines and individuals by showing appreciation for their efforts and contributions
• Ensuring the compliance of outside vendors with regard to billing, payments, submittal of required documents, and all construction related documentation during the course of projects
• Resolving all issues related to the restaurant for 90 days post turnover and scheduling/coordinating 90 day walks within their respective regions

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE

To perform this job successfully, you’ll need to be able to perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Have Construction experience of not less than 5 years
• Have the ability to accurately communicate the Chipotle vision statement to General Contractors & Sub Contractors and ensure their performance is reflective of this vision
• Possess strong supervisory and organizational skills
• Be able to identify top performers, develop great leaders, ensure high standards, and remove obstacles
• Have thorough knowledge of and the ability to be committed to the culture and values of the company as well as high level of Ownership mentality
• Have great mentoring/leadership abilities to drive results
• Have the ability to speak, read, write and understand the primary language(s) of the work location
• Be knowledgeable of and have the ability to use a PC to access common programs used on a regular basis such as Excel, Word, Reporting Services, Workflow, and Tririga
• Be able to travel extensively as required

Check us out at chipotle.com to learn more.

Primary Location: Texas - Houston - 2620 - Houston Galleria-(02620) Work Location: 2620 - Houston Galleria-(02620) 5015 Westheimer Rd, Ste A1285 Houston 77056