VP, Construction; P1-2504621-1

Overview

The Vice President, Construction is responsible for all construction related to company-owned stores and provides support to construction by store licensees, domestic and international. This position delivers exceptional experiences for guests and associates by producing quality stores on time and within budget. The VP, Construction develops and adheres to processes required for efficient, consistent, and budget-saving operations. This role leads a team of Construction Managers, Development Managers, Remodel Managers, and Construction Support associates, coaching and developing team members to elevate performance.

• Responsible for all company construction, ensuring construction meets both company standards and external building regulations. Oversees construction by licensees and provides training to ensure licensees meet company standards. Develops and manages all construction project budgets. Ensures Construction aligns with company mission, objectives, and values.
• Leads Construction associates, managing, coaching, and developing managers and professionals. Responsible for hiring and retaining staff and developing and elevating associate performance to support the company s growth strategies.
• Responsible for entire development schedule, managing team from Development Managers to Construction Managers to minimize project delivery schedules.
• Responsible for establishing and overseeing company construction policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and cost savings. Stays current on construction regulations and works collaboratively with consultants and the design team to acquire required permits.
• Manages general contractor program for store development portfolio, ensuring quality performance and continuous improvement of vendor partners.
• Leads Refresh/Remodel execution program, delivering projects within schedule, budget, and quality standards, continuously improving processes.
• Works collaboratively with the Design team to ensure brand standards and consistency for Restaurant Development. Helps identify new vendors to support future growth. Collaborates with Design and FF&E in value engineering efforts to reduce cost of construction.
• Works collaboratively with the Design team to ensure brand standards and consistency for Restaurant Development. Helps identify new vendors to support future growth. Collaborates with Design and FF&E in value engineering efforts to reduce cost of construction.

• Hybrid remote schedule
• 401K with company match
• Yearly bonus opportunity*
• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance *
• On-site fitness center, biometric screen, and flu shot clinic
• Discounts at Panda restaurants, theme parks, and gym memberships
• Paid time off starting at 15 days with 7 federal holidays*
• Continuous education assistance and scholarships*
• Income protection including Disability, Life and AD&D insurance*
• Bereavement leave*

Benefits available for eligible permanent full time associates

• Bachelor s degree required;
  Master s degree preferred
• Minimum fifteen years of relevant experience, preferably in a multi-state, multi-entity retail/hospitality environment with increasing management responsibility
• Successful completion of initial and periodically required training (including but not limited to store training, Recognizing & Preventing Sexual Harassment training, Conscious inclusion training, and Landmark Forum, etc.)
• Obtaining a valid Food Handler s Card within 30 days of employment is a requirement of this position.

• Office conditions, ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends; travel to new stores and stores under construction as well as Operations Regional meetings: 50-60%; ability to climb on roof approximately 40 feet high and lift 50 lbs.

E1: $242,500 - $384,000 / Annual*

Within the range, individual pay is determined using various factors, including work location and experience.

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Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family-owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America. With close to 2,300 locations globally, we continue our mission of delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives. Whether it s impacting our team or the communities we work in, we re proud to be an organization that embraces family values.

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