Construction Manager

About Carnegie Hospitality Carnegie Hospitality is a fast-growing, family-rooted restaurant group known for the iconic

• Carnegie Diner & Café
• brand — a modern, elevated take on the classic American diner with generous portions, bold flavors, and warm Greek hospitality. With multiple successful locations already open and several major new openings underway (including Tribeca, FiDi, Midtown, and beyond), we are aggressively expanding our footprint in 2026 and 2027. ### Job Summary We are seeking an experienced, hands-on
• Construction Manager
• to oversee the full lifecycle of restaurant construction and renovation projects. You will manage the build-out of new Carnegie Diner & Café locations as well as remodels and expansions of existing sites. This role is critical to delivering high-quality, on-brand spaces on time and within budget in a fast-paced, multi-project environment. ### Key Responsibilities
• Manage multiple restaurant construction projects simultaneously from pre-construction through closeout.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, budgets, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, designers, landlords, and city agencies to secure permits and approvals.
• Select, negotiate with, and manage general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Ensure all construction adheres to Carnegie Diner & Café design standards, branding guidelines, and high-quality finish requirements (diners require specific kitchen, seating, signage, and atmosphere elements).
• Conduct regular site visits, monitor progress, and proactively resolve issues, delays, or change orders.
• Track project financials, including forecasting, invoicing, and variance reporting.
• Enforce strict safety protocols and ensure full compliance with all building codes, health department regulations, and NYC DOB requirements.
• Collaborate closely with the operations team to align construction timelines with opening schedules, hiring, and training.
• Oversee punch lists, final inspections, and turnover of completed spaces. ### Qualifications & Requirements
• 5+ years of proven experience as a Construction Manager or Project Manager, ideally in
• restaurant, retail, or hospitality
• construction.
• Strong knowledge of NYC building codes, permitting processes, and DOB/Landmarks procedures.
• Experience managing ground-up builds, tenant improvements (TI), and renovations in dense urban environments.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, structural, MEP, and kitchen equipment drawings.
• Solid understanding of restaurant-specific systems (hoods, grease traps, walk-ins, POS, etc.).
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in project management software (Procore, Buildertrend, MS Project, or similar) and Microsoft Office.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel between project sites in the Tri-State area.
• Greek-speaking or familiarity with Greek culture a plus (but not required). ### What We Offer
• Competitive base salary + performance bonuses tied to project delivery.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Exciting opportunity to be part of a rapidly expanding hospitality group with direct impact on new openings.
• Work directly with the CEO and founding team.

If you're a detail-oriented builder who thrives in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment and loves seeing incredible restaurants come to life, we want to hear from you!

Pay:

$110,000.00

• $150,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person