Construction Project Manager

At Guzman y Gomez Mexican Kitchen, our mission has always been to reinvent fast-food. We’re Australia’s only fast-food restaurant to be 100% clean, meaning there are no added preservatives, artificial flavours, added colours or unacceptable additives in our food. We’re incredibly proud of our amazing people, and the unique way we celebrate Mexican culture in everything we do.

The Construction Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end construction process for new restaurant builds and refurbishments, ensuring all GYG stores are built on time, to standard, and within budget.

This includes ensuring each project aligns with approved designs, landlord agreements, and financial commitments while managing all external and internal stakeholders throughout the construction phase.

This role requires close collaboration with Development and Design teams to ensure all stores are executed to GYG's quality standards, operational requirements, and strategic growth objectives.

More specifically you will:

• Provide end-to-end project management for all new builds and major & Minor refurbishments in QLD

• Ensure all projects are delivered on time and in line with financial year commitments

• Proactively identify and resolve construction challenges to maintain timelines and avoid delays
• Deliver all construction projects within or under the approved budget, maximising cost efficiencies without compromising quality
• Monitor construction costs, contractor expenses, and unforeseen expenditures, ensuring financial discipline
• Identify and implement cost-saving measures while maintaining high-quality standards
• Ensure all restaurants are built in strict adherence to approved designs, specifications, and quality benchmarks
• Validate that construction meets GYG's operational and brand requirements, ensuring consistency across all locations
• Confirm that all construction aligns with landlord agreements, obtaining necessary approvals and addressing compliance issues
• Act as the primary liaison between all external contractors, landlords, suppliers, and regulatory bodies during the construction phase
• Partner with Design Managers to ensure seamless translation of design plans into construction execution
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with internal leadership, finance, and operations teams to ensure alignment on project progress
• Identify and mitigate potential risks, delays, and compliance issues throughout the construction lifecycle
• Conduct quality checks and site inspections to ensure work meets GYG's standards before handover

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Construction Management, Civil/Structural Engineering, Architecture, or a related field
• 3 or more years of post-graduate experience in construction, project management, or a built environment role
• Experience on commercial, retail, or hospitality fitout projects is advantageous
• Strong understanding of construction processes, site management, contractor coordination, and budget control
• Ability to simultaneously manage multiple construction projects at different stages with tight timelines
• Knowledge of building codes, permits, and regulatory compliance requirements
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with experience managing landlords, contractors, and internal teams

Skills & Attributes

• Strong cultural fit: collaborative, adaptable, and aligned to GYG's high-energy brand values
• Good interpersonal and communication skills — comfortable across different levels and with external parties
• A Self-motivated with a high level of initiative and a strong work ethic
• A team player with a positive disposition and willingness to learn
• Organised and detail-oriented — able to manage multiple tasks across concurrent projects
• Competent in MS Office (Word, Excel), project management tools and Bluebeam (access and licensing provided by the business)
• Knowledge of or interest in AI tools and their application in construction and project management is highly regarded
• Willingness to travel intrastate and interstate as required
• Valid Australian driver's licence

Benefits

We’re incredibly proud of our amazing people and always have each other’s backs. Whether you’re working in restaurant, at our Hola Central head office or as one of our partners, we are so passionate about living our values every single day.

These are just some of the benefits that come with working at GYG:

• Flexibility to work from home on one day each week
• Up to 5 weeks of annual leave through our “Love Ya Leave” program
• 12 weeks paid parental leave
• Eligibility to participate in our annual short term incentive plan
• Generous long term incentive plan
• A conveniently located office in Transport House, above the Fortitude Valley train station
• GYG gift card, topped up with $250 annually to spend in our restaurants
• Access to our exclusive GYG merchandise that cannot be bought - think caps/hats, hoodies, socks, backpacks and much more!
• A relaxed office environment that allows you to dress for your day – you’ll find most of us in our GYG hoodies, jeans and sneakers!

Ready to join the family? Apply now to start the conversation