Panda Restaurant Group
Vice President, Construction
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Summary of Job Description
The Vice President, Construction is responsible for all construction related to company‑owned stores and provides support to construction by store licensees, domestic and international. This position ensures the delivery of exceptional experiences for guests and associates through the production of quality stores on time and within budget. It also develops and adheres to processes required for efficient, consistent, and budget‑saving operations. The VP, Construction leads a team of Construction Managers, Development Managers, Remodel Managers, and Construction Support associates, coaching and developing team members to elevate performance.
Job Responsibilities
Responsible for all company construction, ensuring construction meets both company standards and external building regulations. Oversees construction by licensees and provides training to ensure licensees meet company standards.
Develops and manages all construction project budgets, ensuring alignment with company mission, objectives, and values.
Leads Construction associates, managing, coaching, and developing managers and professionals; responsible for hiring, retaining staff, and elevating associate performance to support growth strategies.
Manages the entire development schedule, coordinating teams from Development Managers to Construction Managers to minimize project delivery timelines.
Establishes and oversees company construction policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and cost savings, staying current on construction regulations and collaborating with consultants and the design team to acquire required permits.
Manages the general contractor program for the store development portfolio, ensuring quality performance and continuous improvement of vendor partners.
Leads Refresh/Remodel execution program, delivering projects within schedule, budget, and quality standards while continuously improving processes.
Collaborates with the Design team to ensure brand standards and consistency for restaurant development, helps identify new vendors, and works on value engineering efforts to reduce construction costs.
How We Reward You
Hybrid remote schedule
401(k) with company match
Yearly bonus opportunity*
Full medical, dental, and vision insurance *
On‑site fitness center, biometric screen, and flu shot clinic
Discounts at Panda restaurants, theme parks, and gym memberships
Paid time off starting at 15 days with 7 federal holidays*
Continuous education assistance and scholarships*
Income protection including Disability, Life and AD&DD insurance*
Bereavement leave*
Benefits available for eligible permanent full‑time associates
Your Background & Experience
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
Minimum fifteen years of relevant experience, preferably in a multi‑state, multi‑entity retail/hospitality environment with increasing management responsibility
Successful completion of initial and periodically required training (including store training, Recognizing & Preventing Sexual Harassment training, Conscious Inclusion training, and Landmark Forum, etc.)
Obtain a valid Food Handler’s Card within 30 days of employment – this is a requirement of the position.
Work Environment
Office conditions, ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends; travel to new stores and stores under construction as well as Operations Regional meetings: 50‑60%; ability to climb on roof approximately 40 feet high and lift 50 lbs.
Pay Range E1: $242,500 - $384,000 / Annual*
Within the range, individual pay is determined using various factors, including work location and experience.
About Panda Restaurant Group Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family‑owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America. With close to 2,300 locations globally, we continue our mission of delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives. Whether it’s impacting our team or the communities we work in, we’re proud to be an organization that embraces family values.
Equal Opportunity Employer Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity, and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by law, including but not limited to sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related conditions), gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, and veteran status. Additionally, Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local laws regarding requests for workplace accommodations. If you believe you require an accommodation, please reach out to our accommodation team at
PandaLOA@PandaRG.com .
EEO Statement Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. complies with all relevant employment opportunity laws and remains committed to diversity and inclusion within the workforce.
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Summary of Job Description
The Vice President, Construction is responsible for all construction related to company‑owned stores and provides support to construction by store licensees, domestic and international. This position ensures the delivery of exceptional experiences for guests and associates through the production of quality stores on time and within budget. It also develops and adheres to processes required for efficient, consistent, and budget‑saving operations. The VP, Construction leads a team of Construction Managers, Development Managers, Remodel Managers, and Construction Support associates, coaching and developing team members to elevate performance.
Job Responsibilities
Responsible for all company construction, ensuring construction meets both company standards and external building regulations. Oversees construction by licensees and provides training to ensure licensees meet company standards.
Develops and manages all construction project budgets, ensuring alignment with company mission, objectives, and values.
Leads Construction associates, managing, coaching, and developing managers and professionals; responsible for hiring, retaining staff, and elevating associate performance to support growth strategies.
Manages the entire development schedule, coordinating teams from Development Managers to Construction Managers to minimize project delivery timelines.
Establishes and oversees company construction policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and cost savings, staying current on construction regulations and collaborating with consultants and the design team to acquire required permits.
Manages the general contractor program for the store development portfolio, ensuring quality performance and continuous improvement of vendor partners.
Leads Refresh/Remodel execution program, delivering projects within schedule, budget, and quality standards while continuously improving processes.
Collaborates with the Design team to ensure brand standards and consistency for restaurant development, helps identify new vendors, and works on value engineering efforts to reduce construction costs.
How We Reward You
Hybrid remote schedule
401(k) with company match
Yearly bonus opportunity*
Full medical, dental, and vision insurance *
On‑site fitness center, biometric screen, and flu shot clinic
Discounts at Panda restaurants, theme parks, and gym memberships
Paid time off starting at 15 days with 7 federal holidays*
Continuous education assistance and scholarships*
Income protection including Disability, Life and AD&DD insurance*
Bereavement leave*
Benefits available for eligible permanent full‑time associates
Your Background & Experience
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
Minimum fifteen years of relevant experience, preferably in a multi‑state, multi‑entity retail/hospitality environment with increasing management responsibility
Successful completion of initial and periodically required training (including store training, Recognizing & Preventing Sexual Harassment training, Conscious Inclusion training, and Landmark Forum, etc.)
Obtain a valid Food Handler’s Card within 30 days of employment – this is a requirement of the position.
Work Environment
Office conditions, ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends; travel to new stores and stores under construction as well as Operations Regional meetings: 50‑60%; ability to climb on roof approximately 40 feet high and lift 50 lbs.
Pay Range E1: $242,500 - $384,000 / Annual*
Within the range, individual pay is determined using various factors, including work location and experience.
About Panda Restaurant Group Founded in Glendale, California, we are now the largest family‑owned American Chinese Restaurant concept in America. With close to 2,300 locations globally, we continue our mission of delivering exceptional Asian dining experiences by building an organization where people are inspired to better their lives. Whether it’s impacting our team or the communities we work in, we’re proud to be an organization that embraces family values.
Equal Opportunity Employer Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity, and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by law, including but not limited to sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related conditions), gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, and veteran status. Additionally, Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. complies with all federal, state, and local laws regarding requests for workplace accommodations. If you believe you require an accommodation, please reach out to our accommodation team at
PandaLOA@PandaRG.com .
EEO Statement Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. complies with all relevant employment opportunity laws and remains committed to diversity and inclusion within the workforce.
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