Manager of Construction

What You'll Be Serving Up

You will manage the construction team as well as your own projects for KFC US, ensuring the successful execution of new builds, remodels, and infrastructure projects that expand brand access and elevate the guest experience. Your mission will be to shape KFC's future restaurant footprint by driving innovation and process optimization to deliver projects on-time, on-budget, and with superior quality.

Here's How You'll Spice Things Up

Leading construction execution and team management

• Oversee multiple construction projects, including new builds, scrapes, offsets, and remodels, by managing vendors, contractors, and internal partners throughout the end-to-end process.
• Ensure projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and meet brand quality standards.
• Directly manage and develop one Construction Manager and one Construction Coordinator, providing guidance, coaching, and clear expectations to drive team success.
• Support the implementation of best practices in construction execution across equity and franchise projects.

Supporting budget and financial planning

Driving collaboration and process improvements

Leading and supporting your team

What You Bring to the Table

Bachelor's degree from an accredited 4-year university, preferably in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or Real Estate.

5+ years of relevant experience in construction, architecture, engineering, or real estate.

Strong project management skills, including ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

Resourceful and adaptive in ambiguous situations with a proven ability to operate "in the grey."

What's In It for You

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