Director of Construction

Leap Brands
Wilmington, NC

Job Description:

Our client is looking for a Director of Construction to plan and execute new store builds, and supervise construction projects from development to completion for several restaurant concepts across the United States. This position has a high level of ownership, responsibility, and authority, requiring both strategic and tactical skills.

  • Site Design Review
  • Property Due Diligence
  • Working with local and state planning committees
  • Project Management for multiple locations
  • Achieve the budget costs associated with self-developed projects
  • Prepare and negotiate cost estimates, and work timetables
  • Select appropriate construction methods and strategies
  • Report on work progress and budget matter
  • Collaborate with architects, engineers, and other construction building specialists
  • Instruct and supervise construction personnel, vendors, consultants and activities
  • Comply with legal requirements, building and safety codes, and other regulations
  • Schedule critical site visits for future, upcoming, active and completed projects
  • Review all plans prior to bid & construction to identify errors or needed updates
  • Perform detailed take-off of materials estimates from plans (tile, lighting & fixture counts, RTU’s, etc.)
  • Review shop drawings and submittals
  • Follow brand standards and Company procedures

Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree preferred
  • 8+ years of experience in construction of commercial construction within the restaurant or retail space
  • Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of construction and development concepts and strategies.
  • Must have a proven broad business perspective and clearly understand the dynamics and economics of construction.
  • Excellent oral, written and presentation skills.
  • Proven record of interpersonal, negotiation, planning, communication and organizational skills.

Posted 2026-03-09

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