Construction Project Manager

Summary of Job Descriptions

This is a remote position.

The Project Manager (Construction) is responsible for contributing to the achievement of the company’s new store opening plan. This position manages the construction of new stores in all phases of project development, including construction, architecture, and engineering coordination required for the complete development of assigned company restaurants. The Project Manager has the responsibility to complete all construction projects within the required turnover date and within budget.

The Construction Project Manager must be based in one of the following states:

• Indiana


• Ohio


• North Carolina


• South Carolina


• Georgia


• Alabama


• Mississippi


• Arkansas

You’ll get a chance to:

• Lead the construction of new stores in all phases of project development, including construction, architecture, and engineering coordination required for the complete development of assigned company restaurants within the required turnover date and within budget to achieve yearly store opening plan.


• Support REM / Sr. REM in their research for store sites, including due diligence, feasibility studies, cost estimates, floor plans and site plans.


• Work with other functions to ensure desirable store designs that meet local codes, landlord requirements, and Panda standards.


• Ensure the completion of required approval processes, including governmental agencies, developers/Landlords and other entity required to complete the approval process.


• Oversee the construction bidding, awarding and contract issuance and develop a pool of qualified General Contractors in their respective area.


• Develop strong relationships with other functions and works closely with Operations to ensure new stores are successfully turned over as scheduled.


• Notify Operations of any updated and schedule changes.

How we reward you:

• 401K with company match


• Yearly bonus opportunity*


• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance*


• On-site fitness center, biometric screen, and flu shot clinic


• Discounts at Panda restaurants, theme parks, and gym memberships


• Paid time off starting at 15 days with 7 federal holidays*


• Continuous education assistance and scholarships*


• Income protection including Disability, Life and AD&D insurance*


• Bereavement leave*

*Benefits available for eligible permanent full time associates

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Your background & experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent experience required


• Minimum five years of construction project management experience, preferably in the retail/hospitality environment


• Successful completion of initial and periodically required training


• Obtaining a valid Food Handler's Card within 30 days of employment is a requirement of this position.


• If hired, successful completion of annual store training.

Panda Strong since 1983

Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family-owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America. With close to 2,000 locations globally, we continue our mission of delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives. Whether it’s impacting our team or the communities we work in, we’re proud to be an organization that embraces family values.

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We value diversity in all forms and know the strength it brings. Workplace equality allows for creative ideas to blossom, diverse points of view to be heard, and improves overall happiness. We like the sound of that.

Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age and any other basis protected by the laws which apply where we operate. Panda provides accommodations for disabilities and religious observance purposes as required by law.