Project Manager, Design & Construction

Eataly is the world’s largest artisanal Italian food and beverage marketplace! Eataly is not a chain; each Eataly is different, with its own character and own theme – but all with the same aim... for our guests to:

• EAT authentic Italian food at our restaurants, cafés and to-go counters
• SHOP a selection of high-quality Italian, local and homemade products
• LEARN through our classes and our team’s product knowledge

The Project Manager, Design & Construction is a key member of the Construction & Design team at Eataly, taking a lead role in driving and delivering on the Company’s North American growth plans. The Project Manager, Design & Construction is responsible for project oversight, internal and external client interactions, on-site management and regular visits to key project locations, timeline and schedule management, specification and procurement of FF&E, coordinating and supervising trades/vendors, materials deliveries, and overall quality control. The PM, Design& Construction works closely with the PM, Design as well as the Director of Construction.

• Manages all stages of store development projects including but not limited to new builds, renovations and capital improvement projects: project conception, design development, pre-construction, construction and close-out.
• Responsible for managing project schedules, budgets, consultant and vendor contracts
• Able to prepare scope documents for internal and external coordination
• Works closely with our internal design team to ensure project scope and intent is developed and signed off on in alignment with project timelines
• Where applicable, participates in the selection process of architects/contractors/subcontractors or other third parties, and is responsible for onboarding them
• Acts as the main point of contact for architects, general contractors, vendors and internal team members
• Monitors and directs the performance of general contractor and/or subcontractors during construction phase and ensures that typical project management practices and meetings are carried out such as landlord kick offs, OAC calls, milestone walk-throughs, etc.
• Ensures each project adheres to applicable code/legislation requirements
• Consolidates, communicates and manages all issues and risks affecting the project; communicates project status to project participants and stakeholders accurately and on time
• Manages the procurement of owner supplied items
• Acts as a trade union between different teams at the corporate, store and facilities levels for a successful delivery of each project
• Ensures ongoing communication with the Finance Team and adheres to department/company policies and procedures as it relates to invoice management and project spending
• Performs other duties as required or assigned

• Bachelor’s Degree (in Architecture or Construction Project Management preferred)
• 2+ years general Design & Construction/Store Development experience in the Retail/Restaurant/Hospitality field
• Previous experience working directly for a multi-unit brand preferred
• Strong technical and software skills in Microsoft Office & Bluebeam – Competent in Procore preferred
• Experience being the lead a Design & Construction Project from start to finish
• Strong leadership skills; able to influence at all levels and across functions
• Exceptional project management and time-management skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal with the ability to communicate with all levels of collaborators including upper management, landlords and consultants
• Problem-solving skills, analytical and detail-oriented mindset

Salary Range: $110,000 - $115,000

Benefits and Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401K with match or RRSP
• Bonus program
• Free family meal daily
• Discounts at Eataly
• Classes on products and Italian cuisine
• Referral bonus program
• and more!

Eataly is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to not unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other characteristic made unlawful to consider by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Eataly also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Eataly’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding consideration of unemployment status, salary history, credit/bankruptcy history and criminal background/conviction history in making hiring decisions.  If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.

Eataly is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to not unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other characteristic made unlawful to consider by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Eataly also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Eataly’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding consideration of unemployment status, salary history, credit/bankruptcy history and criminal background/conviction history in making hiring decisions.  If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.