Design & Development Project Manager

About Blank Street

At Blank Street, we believe that rituals matter, and that great rituals make your life better. With coffee shops across the US and UK, we are working to transform the high street grab-and-go coffee transaction into an experience that is higher in quality, hospitality, and joy.

What’s Brewing...

As Blank Street’s Design & Development Project Manager, you'll play a critical role in shaping the future of our cafes. In this position, you will oversee the execution of new store openings and renovations, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and in alignment with our design standards. You’ll collaborate closely with General Contractors, Landlords, and Consultants, while also managing project costs and construction plans. In addition to project management, you’ll ensure that designs reflect our brand’s vision by understanding our design philosophy, approving samples, and making adjustments to test fits and floor layouts as needed. This role is based out of our Brooklyn, HQ office, will report into the Director of Store Delivery & Facilities, and require travel to markets we operate in such as D.C. and Boston.

What You’ll Own:

• Ensure projects are completed according to time, budget & schedules, and that objectives conform to overall standards
• Review and comment on design documents and specifications
• Analyze and estimate costs; prepare cost summaries for projects, including equipment, labor, materials, site preparation, sub-contractor costs and other related costs as needed
• Review and provide input for development of project plans
• Manage construction plan(s) and maintain current project status records
• Prepare/update project status reports, process invoices, update tracking reports, and maintain files for due diligence and financials
• Conduct and/or document weekly internal and external meetings as needed
• Coordinate and track all Vendor RFP’s. Maintain accurate and consistent electronic files and documentation
• Coordinate activities of sub-contractors and relocation of technical functions
• Interact and negotiate with contractors and subcontractors. Validate and negotiate contractor change orders and make recommendations
• Visit project site at appropriate intervals and confirm progress is consistent with the project schedule and work is in general conformance with contract documents
• Return comments from AOR, EOR, GC and subcontractors during pre-construction and while project is active as required
• Make revisions to Revit and CAD models if required

Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree from an accredited institution or similar work experience. Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management, preferred
• 3+ years of experience in Project Management in building/development/construction industry
• Experience with retail projects required. Multi-site rollout experience preferred
• Ability to prepare and track budgets
• Understanding of technical requirements for relocation, construction, and renovation projects
• Familiarity with architectural drawings and furniture and space planning concepts, a plus
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
• Ability to manage multiple projects at a time
• Flexibility with work hours and travel as needed
• Highly organized with strong analytical skills
• Ability to successfully communicate with architects, contractors, and team members
• Ability to manage all aspects of construction projects effectively and efficiently including, but not limited to Budgeting, Scheduling, Submittals and Change orders

Benefits: 

• $85,000 - $105,000 annual base salary
  • Blank Street, in good faith, believes that the posted salary range is accurate for this role in New York City at the time of posting. Our salaries are rooted in the desire to pay competitively relative to our organization size and industry, reflecting just one part of the total compensation package. Additional components include equity, healthcare benefits, paid time off and various work perks (commuter benefits, free coffee). Details will be discussed during the interview process. Blank Street may pay more or less than the posted range based on factors such as relevant experience and skills, qualifications and location, among others. This range may be modified in the future.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage. Blank Street covers the full premium for low and mid-tier employee-only plans.
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off + company holidays
• Paid parental leave benefits
• Equity
• Learning and development opportunities. We’re growing and we’d like for you to be a part of the journey.
• A whole lot of Blank Street swag & coffee