Description of Position

The newly-created position of Construction Project Manager will be responsible for assisting with the construction of the new locations.  The Project Manager will report directly to the Vice President of Construction. 

This is an exceptional opportunity to really make an impact in a growing and exciting brand you can be proud to represent! You will have a voice. You will get to create. You will be given the room to propose ideas and the support to see them through to implementation. This role will be a blast for someone with the passion and perseverance to generate the possibilities that don’t yet exist. It’s a brand new opportunity, waiting for the right person to come in and make it his/her own. 

• Assist in value engineering the processes and methods used in constructing our
• locations
• Develop all construction budgets for all new and existing properties
• Track all invoices, commitments and projections by location against approved budgets
• Create and review all GC contracts, applications for payment, change orders and assist with RFI from the field
• Interact and coordinate with cooperate staff, construction professionals and all vendors
• to provide feedback that can be in order to constantly improve the construction
• documents
• Interact with vendors to insure compliance to companies policies and code of ethics
• Solicit proposals from vendors and contractors, review against company standards and submit for approval
• Ensure the quality of materials and methods of vendors and suppliers
• Work closely with our in-house Project Managers and our onsite General Contractor to ensure all parties have adequate information, documents and details to move the project forward
• Research new products and methods and provide cost analysis
• Develop and manage RFP's for professional services and Owner provided vendors
• Develop and manage systems to standardize our build-outs (Builder's Book)
• Develop and manage CD logs, SK logs and Procurement Logs
• Procure materials, supplies and services at the lowest price possible
• Help with creating bid estimates for complete costs-to- build
• Collect bid packages then review, compare and quantify bidding subcontractors

Why work with Barteca?

• Working with one of the fastest growing restaurant brands as noted by Restaurant Business Online. This position will be a true partner to and instrumental in the growth of the brand nationwide. 
• Be a part of a restaurant brand that has stellar reviews in all markets
• Working with an award winning design focused team 
• Working with proven hospitality visionaries who are quality focused - they build their own furniture in-house. 
• Location flexibility as the company continues to grow

Reporting Structure

The Project Manager will report to Stephen Gallant, Vice President of Construction and work closely with Sasa Mahr-Batuz, Co-owner.  

ABOUT THE CHEFS

Barcelona Wine Bar has attracted top Chef's from a wide range of backgrounds. The team is a closely knit group of culinarians that have found a home with the Barcelona Wine Bar Concepts. Some notable chefs with links to their interviews include:

Christopher Lee, Culinary Director (2 Michelin Stars)

Frank Proto, Executive Chef New Haven

Steven Brand, Executive Chef Brookline

Emilio Garcia, Sous Chef Brookline

qualifications

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Procore, Google mail and services, spreadsheets, MS Schedule
• Ability to manage multiple projects at one time
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Must be self-motivated, meet deadlines, and have the ability to work well with our team
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Ability to travel
• 5-8yrs of experience with construction proposals, bidding,
• Restaurant general contractor, retail construction or restaurant construction background preferred
• A minimum of an Associates degree in architecture, construction or analytics preferred
• High degree of personal integrity and professionalism
• Comfort with uncertainty: we are a growing, entrepreneurial concept, with all the challenges and wonder
• Ability to interact positively with supervisor, management, coworkers, members, and the public to promote a team effort and maintain a positive and professional approach.
• Ability to produce a high volume of work in a timely manner, which is accurate, complete, and of high quality.
• Passion for the concept, cuisine and success of the brand in the given market.

Interested in learning more or know the right person? Email mandeep@hhcsearch.com

About the Company

Since 1996, Barcelona Wine Bar & Restaurant co-owners Sasa Mahr-Batuz and Andy Pforzheimer have been entertaining diners with flavorful small plates, daring design, and a welcoming atmosphere. 

At Barcelona, we pride ourselves in preparing tapas both simple and elegant using the finest seasonal picks from local markets and unusual specialties from Spain and the Mediterranean. The flavors are bold and the ingredients speak for themselves. Barcelona also offers an extensive selection of wines from Spain and South America and is one of the largest importers of Spanish wines in the United States. Barcelona serves 40 wines by the glass and we are constantly expanding and refining our wine offerings.

Today, we are the largest Spanish restaurant group in the United States with six locations in Connecticut: Greenwich, Stamford, South Norwalk, Fairfield, New Haven, West Hartford as well as locations in Atlanta, GA, Brookline, MA, South End Boston, MA Washington, DC and Reston, VA.

Notable PR

The Wall Street Journal

Restaurant News

instant interview

If you are excited about the position and know that you are right for the role, the easiest way to get to the top of the list is to submit a video interview. By clicking on the link below, you will be taken to a series of questions that will take less than 15 minutes to complete. It is a great way to stand out beyond your resume!

Up to $500 for referrals!

If you are not interested in this particular role but have people in your network that could be a good fit, we would love to help them. For any person we place at any of our clients that you refer to us, we send you a check for $500.

Each person is limited to only 3 referrals maximum so please only refer your best and help continue to build the best culinary network.