Construction Project Group Manager - Remodels

Whataburger isn’t just a fast-food burger chain it is where bold leadership starts — and where potential doesn’t just grow, it heats up. 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.

Since 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.

As 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.

In 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.

As a Construction Projects Group Manager - Remodels, you will:

• →Lead a portfolio of remodel construction projects from planning through closeout.
• →Ensure projects are delivered on scope, on schedule, and within budget.
• →Oversee design coordination, permitting, construction, and turnover activities.
• →Manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance.
• →Analyze project variances and implement corrective actions as needed.
• →Lead contract negotiations and oversee vendor performance.
• →Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, consultants, and suppliers.
• →Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• →Provide project updates, recommendations, and performance reporting to leadership.
• →Drive consistency, standardization, and continuous improvement across project execution.
• →Partner with cross-functional teams to align construction activities with business objectives.
• →Lead, coach, and develop project team members.
• →Manage team workload, performance, and resource allocation.
• →Ensure compliance with company standards, policies, and safety requirements.
• →Perform other duties as assigned.

As a Construction Projects Group Manager - Remodels, you must have: 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 8+ years of construction project management experience.
• Experience managing multiple concurrent construction projects and portfolios.
• Strong knowledge of project planning, budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Experience leading contract negotiations and vendor management activities.
• Demonstrated ability to assess project risks and drive resolution strategies.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience presenting project updates and recommendations to leadership.
• Ability to lead teams and develop talent through coaching and performance management.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with project management and financial reporting tools.
• Ability to travel as needed to project sites and business locations.

As a Construction Projects Group Manager - Remodels, we prefer you to have: 

• Experience leading restaurant, retail, or multi-site remodel programs.
• Experience managing large-scale capital improvement projects.
• Knowledge of construction delivery methods, permitting, and code compliance processes.
• Experience supporting geographically distributed project portfolios.
• Strong background in process improvement and project standardization.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented organization.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, CCM, or similar project management credentials.
• Experience mentoring and developing project management professionals.

This 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.

Whataburger 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. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

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