head of projects

Reports To: Chief Operating Officer (COO) or President/Managing Director

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.

• Licensed Professional (CE/ME/EE/Architect) preferred.

• Certifications in Project Management (PMP/PMI), Facilities Management, or Construction Management are advantageous.

Experience:

• 8–10 years of proven experience in construction management, facilities management, or engineering within the F&B, retail, or hospitality sectors.

• 3–5 years in a leadership capacity managing multiple projects and technical teams.

• Extensive experience handling multi-site, nationwide projects.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and negotiation.

• Leadership excellence with proven team management and mentoring skills.

• Proficient in AutoCAD, MS Project, and other project management tools.

• Knowledge of local building codes, permits, and safety regulations.

• Analytical mindset with high attention to detail.

• Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.

• • Ability to balance technical rigor with practical operational insights.

Job Summary

The Head of Project and Facilities is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing all construction, renovation, expansion, and maintenance initiatives across Samgyupsalamat locations in the Philippines. This leader will manage the full project lifecycle—from site evaluation and design coordination to construction, turnover, and ongoing preventive maintenance—ensuring all branches meet the company's quality standards, operational efficiency, and brand aesthetics. The role involves managing a team of architects, engineers, and maintenance professionals, and coordinating with external contractors, suppliers, mall administrators, and regulatory bodies.

Key Responsibilities

A. Construction & Expansion

• Lead and manage all phases of store construction, renovation, and expansion projects nationwide.

• Develop detailed project plans, budgets, timelines, and construction schedules in collaboration with internal teams and third-party contractors.

• Review and approve design layouts, technical drawings, and material specifications aligned with brand standards.

• Conduct site inspections and evaluations for potential new locations, providing operational and structural feasibility reports.

• Ensure all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget, maintaining safety and quality standards.

• Foster strong partnerships with contractors, suppliers, and property management teams.

B. Facilities & Maintenance

• Oversee preventive maintenance and repair programs for all company-owned branches, commissaries, and offices.

• Develop and implement standardized maintenance protocols, SLAs, and performance metrics.

• Monitor key equipment's performance and document maintenance logs (e.g., refrigeration, HVAC, exhaust, gas lines, kitchen machinery).

• Ensure minimal downtime through prompt resolution of technical issues.

• Lead sustainability initiatives and energy efficiency programs across store locations.

C. Design & Space Planning

-Lead the architectural and layout design strategy for all new and renovated stores, ensuring that each site delivers operational efficiency, customer comfort, and brand consistency.

-Work closely with Operations, Marketing, and Culinary teams to translate brand and service standards into functional design layouts that optimize workflow, table configuration, ventilation, and overall customer experience.

-Oversee the development and periodic refinement of store prototypes and design guidelines to support scalability and adaptability across various site formats (mall-based, stand-alone, and provincial locations).

-Review and approve architectural drawings, renderings, and material finishes to ensure alignment with brand aesthetics and construction feasibility.

-Evaluate post-opening store performance and recommend design improvements based on operational feedback and customer insights.

-Champion innovation in design and sustainability, incorporating new materials, energy-efficient systems, and cost-effective solutions without compromising brand standards.

D. Franchise Support & Store Development Oversight

-Serve as the key point of accountability for ensuring all franchise store projects comply with Samgyupsalamat's design, construction, and facilities standards.

-Oversee the end-to-end technical support process for franchise openings, coordinating with internal teams (Design, Supply Chain, and Franchise Operations) to ensure smooth execution and alignment with brand timelines.

-Ensure that franchise partners receive proper guidance on layout design, store construction, and the Store Equipment and Supplies (SES) ordering process, through assigned project coordinators or approved vendors.

-Monitor and validate that all equipment, fixtures, and materials procured by franchise partners meet brand specifications, safety, and quality standards.

-Establish and maintain governance over franchise store readiness, including project tracking, milestone reporting, and turnover approval.

-Provide management reports summarizing franchise project progress, compliance gaps, and improvement recommendations to the COO and Franchise Division.

E. Leadership & Administration

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of architects, engineers, maintenance technicians, and site supervisors.

• Establish departmental KPIs; monitor project progress and maintenance efficiency.

• Oversee procurement, inventory, and management of construction and maintenance supplies.

• Prepare regular reports for senior management covering project statuses, facilities performance, and capital expenditures.

• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety, regulatory, and environmental standards.