Senior Project Manager

Culver Franchising System is looking for a Senior Project Manager to lead and support the execution of impactful brand and enterprise level initiatives. The successful candidate will support and apply standardized methodologies, systems, and tools to ensure effective project management practices. They will partner cross functionally with end-to-end involvement to lead scope definition, timelines, success metrics, and accountability.  

Essential Functions:

Project Execution and Rollout:

• Ensures enterprise initiatives are planned, executed, and delivered consistently and effectively


• Support the development, enhancement, and application of enterprise level project management practices including development and management of timelines and detailed project schedules, project plans, KPI identification, test implementation, feedback gathering and analysis, recommendations, and rollouts


• Deliver high-caliber presentations to all levels of leadership, including project updates, classroom style teaching and training, data analysis, and recommendations


• Provide recommendations on change management plans and supporting materials for CFS internal teams, Leadership, Franchisees, Restaurant Managers, and Team Members


• Prepare and manage budget based on scope of work and predicted resources; track project costs effectively and efficiently to meet budget


• Conduct risk assessment and mitigation

Cross-Functional Involvement and Implementation:

• Partner with initiative leads and subject matter experts to define objectives, KPIs, workflows, and timelines, and hold team members accountable for their contributions


• Facilitate thorough and timely communication among all teams, vendors, and stakeholders for each project while providing written updates with regular cadence


• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation of new initiatives


• Mentor and assist with guiding and developing the project management team’s capabilities, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, industrial engineering, or another related field, or additional relevant work experience


• Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, preferably in the food industry


• Proven track record of successful product development and operational improvements


• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously


• Previous leadership or supervisory experience is a plus


• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills


• Strong leadership abilities


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• Strong ability to use the Microsoft suite of products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Planner, and OneNote

Additional Information:

To be considered for this opportunity, please make sure to attach your resume to your application.

Starting Pay Range: $90,000+ per year, commensurate with experience.
Classification: Exempt/Salary, full-time position.

This role includes a generous incentive bonus based on business results and individual success. We also offer workplace flexibility including flexible work hours and a hybrid work model. Join us at our beautiful Support Center in Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin right on the Wisconsin River, just a short drive from Madison!

Culver Franchising System is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new team members.