Construction, Project Manager Intern

Recipe Unlimited Corporation is Canada’s leading full service restaurant company. Home to such iconic brands as Swiss Chalet, Harvey’s, St.

Hubert, The Keg, Montana’s, Kelseys, Bier Markt, East Side Mario’s, Landing Group, New York Fries, The Pickle Barrell & Catering, State and Main, Elephant and Castle, Original Joe’s, Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar, and The Burger Priest.

With this diverse portfolio of restaurants our Home Office Teammates have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of some of the most popular, well-loved brands in Canada.

Variety isn’t the only thing we offer we are passionate about our industry, we celebrate and support diversity of thought, we are innately curious and encourage our Teammates to take ownership.

Above all else, we believe in doing the right thing for our people, our communities and our planet.

The Construction, Project Manager Intern will be supporting our Project Managers on one or more tasks related to the management of new developments and renovation of existing sites for all Recipe’s branded restaurant concepts, with the objective of achieving annual store plans while delivering high quality turnovers within the annual capital budget.

What you will do in this role :

Support and assist the Project Manager’s responsibilities below :

• Plan, tender, budget, monitor and review new unit construction and existing unit renovations
• Coordinate ground up construction, renovations, and conversion projects for Recipe’s branded restaurant concepts
• Manage general contractors, consultants, vendors, and suppliers
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget, and that proper invoice and cost tracking is maintained throughout the project lifecycle
• Ensure engineering, architectural, and design activities are completed accurately and in a timely manner
• Develop a construction schedule and accurate budget for each construction project
• Manage building permits and site approvals process, coordinating with Landlord in delivery of base building and / or building pad
• Manage the tendering process, analysis and recommendation
• Coordinate equipment ordering, delivery and construction schedules
• Establish and monitor budgets and adherence of variance controls
• Manage site communications and issue resolution to key internal and external stakeholders
• Oversee construction and conduct periodic site inspections to ensure quality, timing, and adherence to standards
• Review and confirm building standards by managing turnover to operations and ensuring deficiencies are properly completed within warranty periods
• Manage various municipal authorities to obtain required licensing, permits, etc.
• Manage warranty reviews and closure of deficiencies list

What we are looking for from you :

Currently enrolled in 3rd or 4th year of a Architecture / Construction or Engineering program at accredited Canadian College or University

Advanced organization skills with the ability to prioritize and multitask

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Strong attention to detail, analytical, and problem solving skills

Proficiency in Google Suite

Understanding of Smartsheet software is an asset

This position will start in January 2025 until April 2025 (with possibility of extending to August 2025)

What’s in it for you :

Flexible / Hybrid work environment (3 days in the office, 2 days work from home)

You’d be joining a close-knit, innovative team of creative and energetic go-getters

You’d be a part of Canada’s largest full-service restaurant company that leads the industry in size and innovation

20% associate discount dining card and monthly dining allowance valid at participating Recipe brands

A welcoming, fun and safe work environment founded on respect

Career advancement opportunities with a company that owns some of Canada’s most iconic restaurant brands

Recipe is committed to providing a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. Celebrating people, being passionate and curious, owning it, and doing the right thing are the values that guide how we build our teams, support our franchisees and create a company that unlocks the full potential of everyone.

Recipe is dedicated to providing accommodations in accordance with applicable human rights and accommodation legislation.

For individuals that require accommodations please contact [email protected]