Location: Must live near a major airport, with a preference for candidates living in the Southeast USA.
Compensation: $125,000 – $135,000 / year + bonus eligible
We are food travel experts, and we are passionate about bringing cool, authentic restaurants to airports that reflect a true taste of place. At SSP America, the opportunity to grow and expand is all around you.
If you are ready to take on a high-impact role in Design and Construction while working with a global travel dining brand that values collaboration, accountability, and innovation, this could be the role for you.
As a Project Manager, Design and Construction, you will lead the successful delivery of airport restaurant projects from concept through closeout. You will serve as a key on-site liaison, manage multiple active projects, and partner closely with internal teams, contractors, and airport stakeholders to deliver high-quality restaurants on time and on budget. This role requires extensive travel across the U.S. and Canada and hands-on oversight in active airport environments.
What You’ll Do:
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Serve as the on-site project manager and primary liaison for single and multi-unit airport restaurant development projects.
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Coordinate with internal SSP teams and external partners to manage all construction-related activities and issues.
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Develop and manage project scopes, budgets, cost plans, and procurement for equipment, millwork, and construction services.
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Oversee architects, engineers, general contractors, and vendors to ensure design intent and operational requirements are met.
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Build and manage detailed project schedules to support business openings and operational goals.
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Lead site meetings, progress reviews, and stakeholder communications throughout the project lifecycle.
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Monitor construction quality, safety, and performance standards to ensure compliance with SSP and airport requirements.
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Manage punch lists, inspections, permits, utilities, and closeout documentation for successful restaurant openings.
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Track costs, risks, and timelines while providing clear, consistent project updates to leadership and stakeholders.
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Support continuous improvement by applying best practices, resolving issues proactively, and driving efficient project outcomes.
