Job Description

We're looking for a lead construction project manager to join our team here at Starbucks UK. A place where you're valued, challenged, and inspired. Where your voice is brewed into everything we do. At Starbucks, we're all about you.


As part of this role, you'll be responsible for planning, development, implementation and financial oversight for all construction projects within the UK. You'll be developing and maintaining the highest standards of excellence in delivering the Starbucks experience in our stores. As the lead construction project manager you'll lead the construction team in shaping the processes to ensure all projects are completed effectively, efficiently, in budget and in line with our brand standards and guidelines.




We'll look to you to bring your proven experience of leadership skills in a fast-paced, multisite retail or hospitality business. Your proven experience in project management ideally in a company owned and franchise environment is key for this role. It's critical you have an understanding and knowledge of the latest CM regulations with experience in technical requirements and strong commercial acumen. Ideally, you'll have a degree (or equivalent) in a construction related discipline or HNC level in construction.




The best part about this role is that no two days are ever the same! Working as our lead construction project manager, you'll get involved in:




Leading construction and supporting the operational goals through our planning and strategy meetings for the markets, ensuring we follow the right governance structures for all new projects. Leading and outlining the construction processes and practices to ensure that programmes are aligned with company business goals and objectives Driving Innovation to reduce building and operating costs and improve overall efficiency Managing and monitoring effective project costs within budget guidelines. Ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget and to a high standard, making sure that we're communicating project status to all key stakeholders accurately and on time. Owning the permitting and approval phase of the development process and ensuring all correct approvals have been received prior to initiating possession or construction phase When delivering the construction phase, you'll be involved in liaising with the wider team to take possession from landlords/developers, taking ownership for the General Contractor's and supplier performance during the construction phase, overseeing ordering and tracking of materials and equipment. Ensuring all projects being delivered in compliance with current Building Regulations and CDM requirements. Including further areas such as Asbestos, Structural Requirements and DDA Supporting the LEED project team by tracking and submitting all construction-allocated LEED documents within the timeline provided Ensuring the support centre is legally compliant with HSE statutory requirements


In return, we'll offer you a competitive salary and benefits that include:




Car allowance Up to 10% bonus scheme 25 days holiday a year (plus Bank Holidays) Bean stock options for all partners (own part of Starbucks!) Flexible benefits - in addition to the benefits listed here we'll also provide you with an additional 4% to allow you to select the benefits that suit you Life assurance and private medical insurance for yourself Comprehensive training (including coffee knowledge!) and access to Starbucks Global Academy (our online learning platform to help continuously develop yourself) Free bag of coffee each week and a 30% partner discounts on food, beverages, and merchandise Discounts with local and national retailers (cell phones, gym memberships, entertainment tickets, hotels, etc.) through Perks at Work platform Subscription to Headspace Home Sweet Loan (Interest-free loans that can be paid back over 12 months to help pay your rental deposit) A free 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme available to you and your family



So, if you're looking for a new opportunity, with us you'll be welcomed, you'll be challenged, you'll be inspired. Here you'll be heard. Because here, you're a part of it all. Here you belong.


Starbucks is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All applicants and partners will be treated fairly, without regard to race, religion, sex, nationality, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity and expression.

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