Sr Development Manager

Overview

Peetniks are passionate and authentic, learners and doers, committed to the pursuit of better. The only thing we love more than coffee is our people. As the Sr. Development Manager, you will lead the strategic growth and portfolio management of Peet’s Coffee. You will oversee the critical phases of our real estate lifecycle focused on design and construction. You will ensure our coffee bars are designed and built to support our brand and business goals, while extending your expertise to support our franchise and international partners.

• Project & Program Management — End-to-end project management for a diverse pipeline of capital projects, ranging from new drive thru builds to major remodels and refresh initiatives.
• Rollout Strategy — Oversee high-volume, fleet-wide rollout programs (eg equipment upgrades). You will manage vendor partnerships to ensure turnkey execution (survey, delivery, install, haul-away) across dispersed geographies.
• Operational Partnership — Coordinate closely with Store Operations to minimize disruption.
• Field Oversight — Conduct regular site visits to enforce quality control, manage General Contractors, and solve field conditions in real-time.

• Manage External Partners — Serve as the primary point of contact for external architecture firms. You will define the Scope of Work, manage design schedules, and drive permit expediting.
• The Design Gatekeeper — You are the first and last line of defense on plans. You must review and redline architectural drawings to ensure operational functionality, brand consistency, and cost-efficiency.
• Landlord Coordination — Partner with the Real Estate Manager to produce exhibits for Landlord Consents and ensure lease compliance during the build.

• Direct Procurement — Responsible for the direct ordering, tracking, and logistics coordination of all Owner-Furnished Items OFI, including equipment packages, lighting, and furniture. You must manage lead times to ensure just-in-time delivery to the job site.
• Bidding & Negotiation — Lead the GC bidding process, level bids, and negotiate contracts to ensure optimal value.
• Budget Ownership — Manage the project Cap Ex budget. Track change orders, approve pay applications, and provide monthly cash flow forecasting to Finance.

• Experience:
  
  7-10+ years of experience in Retail/Restaurant Construction or Store Development.
• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• The Hybrid Skill Set:
  You are a Project Manager who understands design. You can navigate a set of construction documents CDs fluently and spot a missed scope item before it becomes a change order.
• Technical Proficiency:
  • Proficiency in Excel and Smartsheet
• Volume
  
  Experience:
  
  Proven ability to manage multiple active construction sites simultaneously (not just one big project at a time).
• Franchise Knowledge:
  Experience working in a franchised environment is a plus.

Additional note:
This description outlines the role’s essential functions but may evolve with business needs.

• Recharge Time – Paid vacation, holidays, and sick days.
• Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Future You – 401(k) plan with generous match program to help you save.
• Peace of Mind – Life insurance, disability, and options for HSAs and FSAs.
• Everyday Perks – Free coffee, fresh baked goods, and discounts.
• Growth & Support – Career development and an Employee Assistance Program when you need it.

The target annual base salary range for this position is 149k – 180k. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including the applicant’s qualifications, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education, certifications or licenses, other legitimate non-discriminatory business factors, and the geographic location of the role. In addition to base pay, individuals in this position may also be eligible to earn bonuses.

At Peet’s, we believe in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome qualified applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, genetic information, uniform service, veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local ordinances.