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Whether you're leading the line or working behind the scenes, this is the place where opportunities stack up, and every day gives you a chance to Make a Difference.\nSince 1950, we’ve invested in people who lead with integrity, Serve with Heart, and bring their best flavor to the team. We believe in working together, speaking up, having a little fun, and Winning as One - because great burgers (and great teams) start with the right ingredients. If you're ready - to learn, grow, impact, and Move Forward Boldly - we’ve got your back and your path cooked to perfection.\nYour Recipe for Impact - What You’ll Do\nAs a Construction Projects Group Manager - Remodels, you will lead the successful delivery of restaurant remodel projects across a portfolio, ensuring each project is executed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with Whataburger’s brand standards. You’ll drive results by overseeing project planning, budgeting, construction execution, and closeout while balancing business objectives, operational needs, and financial performance.\nIn this role, you’ll Make a Difference by modernizing restaurants that enhance the customer and Family Member experience, Serve with Heart by building strong partnerships with stakeholders, vendors, and operators, Win as One through collaboration across Real Estate, Operations, Finance, and external partners, and Move Forward Boldly by identifying opportunities to improve processes, mitigate risks, and deliver projects that support Whataburger’s continued growth and success.\nDay-to-Day Ingredients - Responsibilities\nAs a Construction Projects Group Manager - Remodels, you will:\nLead a portfolio of remodel construction projects from planning through closeout.\nEnsure projects are delivered on scope, on schedule, and within budget.\nOversee design coordination, permitting, construction, and turnover activities.\nManage project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance.\nAnalyze project variances and implement corrective actions as needed.\nLead contract negotiations and oversee vendor performance.\nBuild and maintain strong relationships with contractors, consultants, and suppliers.\nIdentify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.\nProvide project updates, recommendations, and performance reporting to leadership.\nDrive consistency, standardization, and continuous improvement across project execution.\nPartner with cross-functional teams to align construction activities with business objectives.\nLead, coach, and develop project team members.\nManage team workload, performance, and resource allocation.\nEnsure compliance with company standards, policies, and safety requirements.\nPerform other duties as assigned.\nThe Sauce - Pay & Perks\nAs a Construction Projects Group Manager - Remodels, you will receive:\nCompetitive Weekly Pay\nBonus Program that scales up to 2.5X payout potential based on company results\n5 weeks PTO\nFlex Weeks\nPaid Corporate Holidays\nPaid Parental Leave*\n401(k) match $1/$1 up to 4%\nCompetitive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits*\nShort-term and Long-term Disability Benefits*\nOpportunities for Career Development and Growth\nWhataburger Family Foundation - Scholarship Program (dependents eligible) and Hardship Grant Assistance\nDiscounted Meals for You and a Guest\nWireless Service Discounts\nComputer & Software Discounts\nFitness / Gym Discounts\nAwards and recognition for all you do\nRetirement Celebration Program\nWhat You Bring to the Table - Required Experience\nAs a Construction Projects Group Manager - Remodels, you must have:\nBachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.\n8+ years of construction project management experience.\nExperience managing multiple concurrent construction projects and portfolios.\nStrong knowledge of project planning, budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.\nExperience leading contract negotiations and vendor management activities.\nDemonstrated ability to assess project risks and drive resolution strategies.\nStrong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.\nExperience presenting project updates and recommendations to leadership.\nAbility to lead teams and develop talent through coaching and performance management.\nStrong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills.\nProficiency with project management and financial reporting tools.\nAbility to travel as needed to project sites and business locations.\nExtra Toppings - Desired Experience\nAs a Construction Projects Group Manager - Remodels, we prefer you to have:\nExperience leading restaurant, retail, or multi-site remodel programs.\nExperience managing large-scale capital improvement projects.\nKnowledge of construction delivery methods, permitting, and code compliance processes.\nExperience supporting geographically distributed project portfolios.\nStrong background in process improvement and project standardization.\nExperience working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented organization.\nProfessional certifications such as PMP, CCM, or similar project management credentials.\nExperience mentoring and developing project management professionals.\nWhere & How You’ll Work\nThis role is based at the San Antonio Home Office, working on-site Monday through Thursday with remote flexibility on Fridays. In this role, you’ll have strong collaboration with leadership, across cross-functional teams, and with external partners to align capabilities with restaurant realities. The work environment is fast-paced and requires sound judgment, strategic thinking, and strong collaboration skills. Full-time availability is required, with occasional extended hours based on business needs, along with occasional travel to properties, project sites, and external meetings. Candidates must reside within commuting distance of the San Antonio Home Office.\nWhataburger is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, age, or other condition or status protected by law. Whataburger participates in the federal E-Verify Program. For more information go to www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. 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