Construction Manager - Northeast

At CAVA we make it deliciously simple to eat
well and feel good every day. We are guided by a Mediterranean heritage
that’s been perfecting how to eat and live for four thousand years. We
prioritize authenticity, curiosity and the pursuit of excellence in everything
we do. We are working towards something big, together.

We
foster a culture built on five core values:

· Generosity First, Always: We lead with kindness. Our best
work happens when we act in of others.

·
Constant
Curiosity: We are eager to
learn, grow, and explore beyond the obvious.

·
Act with Agility:
We welcome change; it’s the only
constant. We embrace, adjust, adapt.

·
Passion for
Positivity: We greet each day
with warmth and possibility.

·
Collective
Ambition: We have high
aspirations that are achieved when we work together with a shared purpose.

Manager Construction

The Manager Construction is responsible for managing
new restaurant buildouts. This role oversees projects from early site
evaluation through close-out, working closely with Real Estate, Design,
Operations, and external partners to ensure projects are completed on time,
within budget, and in alignment with CAVA standards. The Construction Manager
contributes to the company’s growth by ensuring consistent execution, effective
cross-functional collaboration, and proactive issue resolution throughout the
construction process.

Success
at CAVA: At
CAVA, Managers oversee daily execution for themselves and their
team and make operational decisions that keep things running smoothly. We look
for leaders who support team development, lead with agility, foster inclusion,
and drive consistent results aligned with team and company priorities.

What You’ll Do:

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Coordinate and manage all phases of construction
projects, from pre-lease evaluation through project close-out, for new
restaurant locations and production facilities.

·
Collaborate with Real Estate and Design teams
during site evaluation, providing input on feasibility, Letter of Intent terms,
and landlord work letters, validating scope, and contributing data to cost
projections and pro formas.

·
Develop and manage project budgets, updating
costs throughout execution and validating financial projections with internal
stakeholders.

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Manage the preparation of schedules and
timelines for review and approval by corporate leadership.

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Review design documents for constructability,
cost, and schedule impact; provide feedback to design teams and consultants.

·
Oversee permitting process in partnership with
expediters, architects, and landlords to ensure timely approvals and
compliance.

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Manage general contractor bid process, including
issuing RFPs, reviewing bids, negotiating terms, and securing internal
approvals.

·
Review, negotiate, and administer contractor and
vendor contracts for projects.

·
Ensure all OSI items are priced and procured
accordingly for individual restaurant projects, and manage vendors for
project-specific needs.

·
Conduct regular site visits, lead construction
progress meetings, and resolve day-to-day issues to maintain quality, brand,
and schedule expectations.

·
Coordinate with Operations and Marketing on
pre-opening activities, including delivery of equipment and goods for training
readiness; ensure smooth project turnovers to the Operations team.

·
Address post-occupancy issues in partnership
with Facilities and manage warranty close-out and significant repairs or
renovations.

·
Maintain accurate project documentation and
records, ensuring final entitlements, as-builts, and permits are obtained and
properly archived.

The Qualifications:

Education & Experience

·
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction
management, or a related field; PMP certification preferred.

·
5+ years of experience in construction or
project management, including at least 2 years overseeing multi-site retail or
restaurant buildouts.

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Ability to read and interpret construction
drawings, specifications, lease terms, and other technical documents.

·
Proven experience managing general contractors,
vendors, and consultants across multiple concurrent projects.

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Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially
Excel and MS Project); experience with Procore, Sitefolio, Plan Grid, or Bluebeam preferred.

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Ability to travel at least 50% of the time.

Physical Requirements:

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Ability to
maintain stationary position to be able to operate a computer and other office
equipment

·
Must be able to
identify, analyze and assess details

·
For certain
positions, must be able to occasionally move or transport items up to 50 pounds

·
Ability to
communicate with others and exchange information accurately and effectively

·
Constantly
positions self and move about to support ordinary restaurant or food production
support or office operations, as applicable

·
Ability to work
in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner

What we offer:

· Competitive
salary, plus bonus and long-term incentives*

·
Early Wage Access!

·
Unlimited PTO, paid parental leave, plus paid
opportunities to give back to the community

·
Health, Dental,
Vision, Telemedicine, Pet Insurance plus more!

·
401k enrollment
with CAVA contribution

·
Company-paid STD,
LTD, Life and AD&D coverage for salaried positions*

·
Free CAVA food

·
Casual work
environment

·
The opportunity to be on the ground floor of a
rapidly growing brand

• All exempt and non exempt employees
  are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective the 1st of the month
  following 30 days of service and you have until the day before the
  effective date to enroll. A new hire can enroll in our benefit program by
  selecting a link that is emailed directly to the new hire at their
  personal email address once hired.


• Please note that visa sponsorship is
  not available.


• The posting range is an all cash
  range.

*Indicates qualifying eligible positions only

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