Supervisor, Construction

Position Overview

The Supervisor, New Construction supports the development and delivery of new restaurant projects within an assigned market, focusing on entitlements, design coordination, permitting, budgeting, and construction closeout. This role collaborates with franchisees, internal partners, architects, and consultants to guide projects through pre‑construction and contractor bidding. It maintains oversight of construction progress while day‑to‑day activities are managed by external construction managers. The position ensures projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with McDonald’s development standards.

This role supports Denver and the metro area.

• Manage the pre‑construction phase of new restaurant development, including entitlements, design coordination, permitting, and budgeting.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and consultants to prepare construction documents and obtain project approvals.
• Lead the contractor bidding process and award projects to qualified general contractors.
• Partner with franchisees and cross‑functional teams including real estate, design, equipment, and operations.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and development milestones.
• Provide construction oversight and milestone tracking while collaborating with external construction managers who lead day‑to‑day site activities.
• Conduct periodic site visits to ensure adherence to plans, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Track project financials and provide regular status updates to leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Real Estate Development, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in construction, development, or project management, preferably in retail, restaurant, or multi‑site development.
• Experience with entitlements, permitting, and pre‑construction planning.
• Strong project management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously within a geographic market.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed.

Salary range: $ – $ per year.

Benefits include health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, adoption assistance program, educational assistance program, flexible work arrangements, and time‑off policies (sick leave, parental leave, vacation/PTO). Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment.

Bonus: eligible for a bonus based on individual and company performance.

McDonald’s is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to the diversity of its workforce and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, protected military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis for individuals with disabilities in the application or hiring process or for performing essential job functions.