Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
401(k) Plan
Paid Time Off
Training opportunities
Job Description
AVI is a well-established company specializing in food service design and construction project management. Known for its comprehensive approach to planning and delivering functional and efficient foodservice facilities, AVI caters to a diverse range of commercial, institutional, and hospitality environments. They focus on integrating architectural innovation, operational needs, and compliance standards to create spaces that meet the unique demands of foodservice operations. AVI’s reputation is built on delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget while fostering a family-oriented company culture that values the growth and development of its team members.
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Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- 5+ years of experience in project management
- Minimum 3 years experience in food service venues or commercial kitchen design or construction
- Experience working in hospitality healthcare education or corporate dining environments preferred
- Proficiency in architectural and MEP drawings interpretation
- Knowledge of building codes health safety regulations ADA compliance and food safety
- Familiarity with commercial foodservice equipment and kitchen workflows
- Skilled in project management tools
- Strong organizational leadership and communication skills
- Ability to travel to job sites in various states
- Capability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Willingness to undertake extended walking or standing at project sites
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in architecture construction management engineering hospitality management or related field preferred
- 5+ years of project management experience with at least 3 years in food service venues or commercial kitchen design or construction
- Experience in hospitality healthcare education or corporate dining environments preferred
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting architectural and MEP drawings
- Knowledge of building codes health and safety regulations ADA compliance and food safety requirements
- Familiarity with commercial foodservice equipment and kitchen workflows
- Skilled in project management tools such as Microsoft Project Smartsheet Procore
- Strong organizational leadership and communication skills
Job Duties
- Manage end-to-end food service design and construction projects including scheduling budgeting and quality control
- Serve as primary liaison between internal stakeholders and external partners
- Coordinate and monitor project milestones to ensure timely delivery within budget
- Review and approve project specifications architectural drawings and food service equipment layouts
- Collaborate with architects kitchen designers and culinary operations teams to create efficient and ergonomic foodservice layouts
- Ensure designs meet operational needs code compliance sustainability standards and brand aesthetics
- Evaluate workflow storage prep service lines and dishwashing areas to optimize labor and product flow
- Review and select food service equipment based on functionality performance and cost-effectiveness
- Conduct site visits to assess progress ensure compliance with plans and address issues
- Oversee installation of foodservice equipment and utilities coordination
- Manage change orders punch lists and final project closeouts
- Ensure all construction complies with local state and federal regulations
- Work with purchasing and culinary teams to specify and procure foodservice equipment and materials
- Develop and manage project budgets track expenditures and ensure cost control
- Negotiate with vendors and contractors to achieve favorable terms and project efficiency
- Lead regular project meetings with stakeholders to provide updates gather feedback and resolve issues
- Prepare and present project reports to executive management
- Support post-occupancy evaluations to ensure performance expectations are met
- Coordinate various projects from planning phase through completion
- Balance work from office environment and job sites
- Travel as needed to visit job sites in various states
- Manage multiple disciplines and meet tight timelines while exceeding client expectations
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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