Upgrade Project Manager bei Smoothie King

Overview:

If you’re looking for a purpose and not just a job, join the Smoothie King team and turn your purpose into a fulfilling passion!

 

We're not just the pioneers of the nutritional smoothie; we're the champions of inspiring people to live a healthy and active lifestyle. With over 1300 stores and counting, we’ve grown to become the largest nutritional smoothie bar in the nation, with a simple recipe for success: Hire the best people, use the best ingredients, and blend with a purpose.

 

At Smoothie King, we're serious about our clean ingredients and passionate about our guests' health and wellness journeys—but that doesn't mean we don't know how to have a good time. Here, you'll find work that's equal parts challenging and rewarding, all within a culture that's as amazing as our smoothies. We're committed to continuous improvement, achieving our goals, and fostering a supportive and collaborative environment where every team member can thrive.

General Overview:

If you’re looking for a purpose and not just a job, join the Smoothie King team and turn your purpose into a fulfilling passion!

 

Since pioneering the first nutritional Smoothie franchise in 1973, our mission has always been to inspire people to live a healthy and active lifestyle. Now, with over 1300 stores and counting, we have been ranked as the #1 Fastest-Growing concept in its category and #13 on Entrepreneur Magazine’s “Franchise 500” list in 2022! We’ve grown to become the largest nutritional Smoothie bar in the nation, with a simple recipe for success: Hire the best people, use the best ingredients and blend with a purpose!

 

As a dynamic, rapidly growing company, we are looking for a purpose-driven and dedicated talent to join our expanding Development team. The Upgrade Project Manager will be responsible for contributing to Smoothie King’s success by overseeing and coordinating all aspects of upgrade projects within our franchise network. Working closely with franchisees, vendors, and internal stakeholders, ensures that upgrade initiatives align with our brand standards, enhance guest experiences, and maintain the overall integrity of our franchise system.

Essential Functions:

• Project Planning and Assessment: Collaborate with franchisees to understand their upgrade needs, evaluate existing locations, and develop comprehensive project plans that encompass scope, budget, and timeline considerations.
• Franchisee Support: Provide guidance and support to franchisees throughout the remodel process, offering resources and expertise to assist them in making informed decisions while maintaining brand consistency.
• Vendor and Contractor Selection: Identify and engage reputable vendors and contractors who have experience working within franchise structures, ensuring they adhere to quality standards and comply with our brand guidelines.
• Compliance and Standards: Ensure that all upgrade projects meet regulatory requirements, building codes, and brand standards, while also adhering to any specific franchise agreement provisions.
• Budget Management: Collaborate with franchisees to create and manage project budgets, providing financial guidance and cost-saving strategies without compromising on remodel quality.
• Progress Tracking and Reporting: Monitor project timelines, milestones, and expenses, providing regular updates to both franchisees and corporate management to ensure transparency and accountability.
• Change Management: Help franchisees manage any challenges or changes that may arise during the remodel process, offering solutions and support to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Training and Support: Develop training materials and resources for franchisees to effectively manage remodel projects, equipping them with the necessary tools and knowledge for a successful implementation.
• Best Practices and Knowledge Sharing: Continuously evaluate and share best practices in franchise remodel project management, fostering collaboration and driving continuous improvement throughout the franchise network.
• Relationship Management: Cultivate strong relationships with franchisees, vendors, and internal stakeholders, promoting effective communication and collaboration to ensure successful project delivery.

Major Responsibilities / Specific Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Project Manager, with a focus on franchise upgrade projects in the food and beverage industry.
• Familiarity with franchise systems and the ability to balance brand consistency with individual franchisee needs.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, building codes, and regulatory requirements across different locations.
• Demonstrated ability to apply value engineering principles to improve project efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and quality outcomes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of navigating diverse stakeholder relationships within a franchise structure.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Financial acumen and experience managing project budgets in a franchise context.
• Exceptional organizational skills, capable of overseeing multiple projects and timelines simultaneously.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field required; degree in Architecture preferred but not required.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ experience working in a construction-based role; retail or franchise restaurant experience preferred.
• Experience working directly with real estate and design team members.
• Scheduling, estimating, budgeting, and procurement experience.
• Intermediate to advanced experience with MS Office (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Personal passion for health and fitness is a plus.

What We Offer:

Join our team and enjoy an unusually fun work environment with an upbeat atmosphere and great team members. It is our purpose to maintain an environment our team members can brag about, where our focus and belief are built on our core values: We Are Better Together, We Keep Evolving, We Live Our Mission, We Do the Right Thing, and We Focus and Finish. With our core values at the forefront of every decision we make, it allows for collaboration, passion, and a no-limits mindset when it comes to your future! We keep our team happy with our great benefits package, free smoothies, flexible work schedules, office lunches and parties, monthly fitness challenges, free gym access, and more fun activities to make Smoothie King a happy and healthy place to work.

 

Our Mission

Inspire people to live a healthy and active lifestyle.

 

Our Vision

We make the world a better place by nourishing healthy habits.

 

Our Values

We: Do the Right Thing

We: Are Better Together

We: Live the Mission

We: Keep Evolving

We: Focus and Finish

 

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At Smoothie King, when we say inspire people, we mean everyone. We champion a diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the guests we serve. We blend the unique members of our organization, celebrating what is both common and different to grow better together and Rule the Day. The foundation of our diversity efforts is closely tied to our core values, which includes “We Are Better Together” and “We Do the Right Thing”. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified candidates, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, veteran status, or medical condition or disability. If you are a person with a disability and you need assistance in applying for a position with Smoothie King, please call our Human Resources Department at 214-935-8900 and direct assistance will be provided.

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