Director/VP of Construction

Director/VP of Construction Back of the House, Inc. - 3.4 San Francisco, CA Job Details Full-time $150,000 - $250,000 a year 2 days ago Benefits Commuter assistance Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Meals & incidentals stipend Paid time off Gym membership Referral program Qualifications Strategic management Operations management Preventive maintenance Supplier management Maintenance management Full Job Description Back of the House Inc. , the restaurant management group behind some of the Bay Area's most loved neighborhood spots, creates thoughtful, concept-driven restaurants that reflect the character and energy of the communities they serve. Alongside Super Duper Burgers , the team is continuing to grow a portfolio rooted in quality, culture, and long-term vision. We are seeking a Director/VP of Construction to join us at an exciting stage of growth. This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned construction leader who enjoys building great spaces, partnering closely with passionate teams, and helping bring new restaurants to life while shaping the next chapter of a dynamic Bay Area hospitality group. Why Super Duper? Super Duper is a great place to build a career. We are committed to our people—providing ongoing training, off-site team events, and generous benefits. With new restaurant openings throughout Northern California, there's strong opportunity for growth.

Our vision is clear:

to become the most loved burger brand in Northern California. Position Objective Lead the planning and execution of construction, capital, and maintenance initiatives that support Super Duper's growth and operational excellence. The Director of Construction ensures projects are delivered on time, on budget, and operationally ready, while reducing build costs, improving timelines, and protecting long-term asset performance while upholding Super Duper standards for quality, safety, and operational readiness. Position Accountabilities Director of Construction Managers are directly accountable for achieving results in these core areas:

On-Time, On-Budget Delivery :

Achieve an on-time and on-budget project completion rate of 80% or higher across new builds, remodels, and capital projects.

Build Time and Cost Optimization :

Develop and implement strategies to reduce average construction timelines and overall build costs while maintaining quality, safety, and brand standards.

R&M and CAPEX Strategy :

Provide strategic leadership and governance over Repair & Maintenance and CAPEX spend, ensuring capital is deployed effectively to support growth, asset longevity, and operational performance.

Preventative Maintenance Leadership :

Lead the preventative maintenance strategy to reduce reactive repairs, improve equipment reliability, and extend the useful life of facilities and assets.

Construction Execution Leadership :

Demonstrate the ability to personally direct trades when required or effectively oversee General Contractors to ensure accountability, quality execution, and consistent results. Key Responsibilities (in addition to Position Accountabilities)

Leadership & Accountability:

Own construction outcomes across assigned projects, setting clear expectations and holding internal teams, contractors, and vendors accountable to schedules, budgets, and standards.

Project Planning and Oversight:

Oversee construction projects from site diligence through closeout, ensuring scope, schedule, and cost alignment throughout the project lifecycle.

Trade and Vendor management:

Coordinate and manage General Contractors, trades, and suppliers to ensure effective communication, sequencing, and issue resolution.

Site Diligence & Risk Management:

Lead site diligence efforts to identify constructability risks, code requirements, utilities constraints, and landlord responsibilities early in the development process.

Pipeline Management:

Manage a pipeline of approximately 4-5 openings per year, maintaining visibility across all active and upcoming projects. Allocate time and resources effectively to support overlapping timelines and changing priorities.

Financial Awareness:

Track project costs, manage change orders, and forecast final spend against approved budgets. Identify risks and variances early and recommend corrective actions to protect financial outcomes.

Cross-Functional Partnership:

Collaborate closely with Operations, Finance, and Leadership to align projects with business needs, opening readiness, and long-term growth objectives. Experience Experience with early-stage restaurant and/or retail rollouts required. Advance degree required Proven leadership of construction, CAPEX, and maintenance initiatives across multiple concurrent projects Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on, including direct trade oversight when needed Experience managing projects ranging from $200K - $2

M Company Perks:

Competitive Salary/Pay 401 (k) GO Retirement Savings Program Health Insurance & Dental $1,000 Manager Referral Bonus (Applies to all Restaurants in the group!) Employee Portal with access to digital paystubs, W2, and your insurance information Group gym membership rates Transportation and Commuter Benefits Dedicated Career Development Monthly Meal Allowance within our group

On Demand Pay Required :

Open availability Currently lives/resides in San Francisco Bay Area Candidates must have reliable transportation Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Pay:

$150,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person