Senior Director of Construction- Eataly Corporate

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 Senior Director, Construction is a key member of the Construction & Design team at Eataly, taking a lead role in driving and delivering on Eataly’s North America growth plans. The Senior Director, Construction works with the D&C teams in North America and Eataly’s global HQ to manage all aspects of construction projects from pre-construction to project close-out and is responsible for planning, project management, and execution of new store developments. Reports to the CEO, North America. 

• Leads the Design & Construction (D&C) teams to oversee development of new and existing store construction for Eataly and Eataly Caffe locations across North America 

• Ensures a construction project schedule is initiated and distributed to key stakeholders 

• Maintains and distributes revised schedules to all applicable parties through the duration of project to allow the store(s) to open on time 

• Provides subject matter expertise in construction management 

• Manages vendors on projects from development and preconstruction onwards 

• Works with the D&C team to identify and drive process and operational efficiencies 

• Develops and prepares project budgets and cost estimates and ensures that project stays within budget 

• Develops schedules and maintains targeted completion dates: understands how to manage milestones, and bring appropriate resources to challenges impacting the schedule 

• Provides site analysis 

• Helps develop and fully manage budgets consistent with timeline requirements for New Store Development  

• Provides, reviews and coordinates construction documents with architect, Kitchen Equipment Contractor, Mechanical, Engineering & Plumbing, and landlord 

• Monitors and directs general contractor and vendor performance during construction build-out phase 

• Consolidates, communicates and manages all issues and risks affecting the project; communicates project status to project participants and key collaborators accurately and on time 

• Maintains relationships with jurisdictions and planning commissions to ensure seamless store openings 

• Performs other duties as required or assigned 

• 5 + years of construction management experience in retail, restaurant or hospitality 

• Previous experience managing large project budgets; strong finance skills 

• Exceptional project management and time-management skills  

• Previous experience working directly for a multi-unit brand preferred 

• Excellent technical and software skills, including Revit, CAD, and/or Sketch Up  

• Excellent communication, team leadership and problem-solving skills 

• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and recognize when to pivot vs holding steady 

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in relevant field preferred 

JOB REQUIREMENTS 

• Up to 50% travel, with fluctuating increases in travel for ongoing projects 

The annual compensation for this role is $170,000- $180,0000

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.