Quick Quack Car Wash is hiring: Construction Manager in Salt Lake City
Quick Quack Car Wash, Salt Lake City, UT, US
Construction Manager (CO, UT, based preferred)
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead new location development from feasibility through certificate of occupancy. This role will own the entitlement, permitting, and construction process while coordinating with design teams, contractors, suppliers, and internal partners. The Construction Manager will play a key role in delivering high-quality projects on time, on budget, and aligned with company standards.
The ideal candidate is kind, smart, and driven —someone who thrives on accountability, communicates with clarity, and is willing to go above and beyond to support our growth.
What You’ll Do
- Provide professional guidance and support on construction matters to operations teams
- Adhere to and enforce company construction standards across all projects
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously across all phases
- Drive entitlement and permitting approvals to keep schedules on track
- Conduct due diligence reviews and assessments
- Partner with Real Estate Managers to secure project approvals
- Develop, manage, and track construction budgets
- Serve as the main liaison with contractors, vendors, and suppliers
- Oversee equipment installation in partnership with internal teams
- Lead on-site milestone meetings and ensure schedules are met
- Manage project closeouts, including punch lists and follow-ups
- Enforce safety standards on all job sites for all internal and external teams
- Oversee bidding and negotiation of contracts
- Contribute to internal Construction & Design meetings
- Support operational teams to ensure timely project completions and openings
- Provide accurate reporting and progress updates to leadership
- Review contract exhibits with Real Estate to ensure compliance with standards
- Represent the company in municipal hearings and public meetings
- Perform additional duties as needed in support of company growth
- Always act in the best interest of the company
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management (preferred) OR 5+ years in a similar role with increasing responsibility
- Minimum 5 years managing retail ground-up construction projects
- Strong experience with construction budgets, cost tracking, entitlement, and permitting
- Deep knowledge of construction means, methods, and best practices
- Proven ability to organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Skilled at collaborating with design teams to produce quality construction drawings
- Proficient in scheduling, databases, and spreadsheets
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong leadership and influencing abilities, with a kind and tactful approach
- Ability to present projects to groups, including municipal hearings
- Physically able to sit at a desk for extended periods and occasionally lift up to 15 lbs