Construction Project Manager

Who is Taco Bell?

Taco Bell was born and raised in California and has been around since 1962. We went from selling everyone’s favorite Crunchy Tacos on the West Coast to a global brand with 8,200+ restaurants, 350 franchise organizations, that serve 42+ million fans each week around the globe. That’s right… Taco Bell has 8,200+ restaurants in over 32 countries around the world, with offices in the U.S., Canada, UK, India, Australia, and Singapore. And we don’t plan to stop there.

We’re not only the largest Mexican-inspired quick service brand (QSR) in the world, we’re also part of the biggest restaurant group in the world: Yum! Brands. 

Much of our fan love and authentic connection with our communities are rooted in being rebels with a cause. From ensuring we use high quality, sustainable ingredients to elevating restaurant technology in ways that hasn’t been done before… we will continue to be inclusive, bold, challenge the status quo and push industry boundaries.   

We’re a company that celebrates and advocates for different, has bold self-expression, strives for a better future, and brings the fun while we’re at it. We fuel our culture with real people who bring unique experiences. We inspire and enable our teams and the world to Live Más. 

And all of that comes with fun, year-round events like holiday and cultural festivities, development opportunities you can take advantage of from anywhere you are, and random recharge days – just to name a few. We truly believe that where you work matters and taking care of our employees matters as much to us as taking care of our fans. 

At Taco Bell, we’re Cultural Rebels. Want to join in on the passion-fueled fun? Learn more about the career below. 

About the Job:

As a Construction Project Manager, you'll report directly to the Development and Finance Director. Your primary responsibility will be overseeing the development of new Taco Bell restaurants, as well as managing renovations and expansions of existing locations. This role extends to both Taco Bell-owned properties and guiding third-party franchise businesses to maintain brand standards. Additionally, you'll coordinate major maintenance projects and ad hoc initiatives across the estate.

The Day-to-Day:

• Collaborate with the Acquisition Lead and external consultants to plan and execute new store developments.
• Provide guidance to franchisees to ensure adherence to brand standards throughout the scope of work.
• Lead the refurbishment program for Taco Bell-owned properties.
• Generate weekly progress reports to track project milestones.
• Evaluate and report on the performance of contractors and consultants involved in projects.
• Select, coordinate, and manage external consultants and contractors for project completion.
• Develop project briefs, solicit tenders, and oversee works on-site within budget and quality standards.
• Prepare budgets, obtain approvals, and effectively manage project costs.
• Implement design concepts, equipment layouts, and brand standards.
• Collaborate with franchisees to ensure compliance with brand standards and contractual agreements.

Is This You?

• A professional qualification in Project Management or Building Surveying (e.g., HNC/HND minimum, Degree, RICS, MCIOB, BSc).
• Extensive experience in a similar role within the construction industry.
• Ideally, experience in managing projects within a national multi-unit franchise retail environment.
• Demonstrated success in brownfield site developments and high street conversions.
• Ability to work nationwide across the UK.
• Valid clean driving license with willingness to travel and stay overnight as needed.Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with individuals across various disciplines and organizational levels.
• Proven drive for results and commitment to high standards of work.
• Comfortable working both collaboratively in a team and autonomously while on the road.
• Proficiency in process-oriented work with the capacity for strategic thinking.

Why Taco Bell?

At Taco Bell, we Live Más and invite you to do the same. Take a seat at our table. Bring your voice. Bring you, just as you are, a Cultural Rebel. We want you to be your best self! 

 Taco Bell is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equity, inclusion, and belonging for all dimensions of diversity.  We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other protected characteristic.

 Taco Bell is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities or special needs.  

Work-Hard, Play-Hard:

• Hybrid work schedule
• Company and performance-related bonus
• Generous pension with up to 11% company contribution
• Private healthcare with the option to increase to include family cover.
• Annual holiday allowance starts at 25 days with the option to buy or sell up to 5 extra days per year. After 5 years’ service, annual holiday allowance increases to 30 days.
• Competitive parental leave and flexible return to work options
• Wellbeing Reimbursement - A fund to claim back costs throughout the year that support your well-being such as vitamins subscriptions, language lessons, gym membership
• Flexible and Voluntary benefits including Dental Insurance, Health Screening and Gym Discounts