Development Project Coordinator

Description

Development Project Coordinator – Detroit

Because We Invest in YOU!

At 7 Brew, it's more than coffee—it's about brewing smiles one cup at a time. Built on kindness, connection, and community, every guest interaction is a chance to make someone's day brighter.

Brewtopia, an energetic and passionate 7 Brew franchise group, is proud to bring the bold, people-first energy of 7 Brew to Cleveland, Detroit, and beyond. With proven success in quick-service operations, we're driven by operational excellence, authentic connection, and a fun, high-energy drive-thru experience that stands out from the crowd.

We're looking for a Development Project Coordinator to support the planning, coordination, and successful execution of new stand builds, remodels, and special initiatives across Brewtopia's growing footprint. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, proactive, and enjoys keeping projects moving by coordinating timelines, communicating updates, and supporting cross-functional teams.

Our Impossible Goal is bold: 200 7 Brew stands and $500M in revenue by 2028.

To make that happen, we're assembling a world-class team that thrives on speed, collaboration, and relentless execution.

YOUR MISSION

As Development Project Coordinator, you'll support the Development Project Manager in delivering new restaurant developments from site acquisition through grand opening. You'll coordinate consultants, municipalities, contractors, utilities, and internal teams to ensure projects remain on schedule, documentation is accurate, and critical milestones are achieved. This role is the backbone of the Development team, ensuring nothing falls through the cracks while driving projects toward successful completion.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Development Coordination

• Assist Development Project Managers with multiple development projects from due diligence through grand opening.
• Coordinate project schedules, critical path timelines, and milestone tracking.
• Monitor entitlement, permitting, utility, and construction activities to identify schedule risks.
• Coordinate with architects, civil engineers, MEP consultants, geotechnical engineers, surveyors, and municipalities.
• Track permit submissions, review comments, revisions, and approval timelines.
• Maintain accurate project documentation within Procore and other project management systems.
• Ensure drawings, revisions, RFIs, and addenda are properly distributed and tracked.

Project Administration

• Prepare project reports and executive updates.
• Schedule project meetings and distribute meeting minutes with action items.
• Coordinate vendor onboarding, contracts, insurance certificates, and purchase orders.
• Assist with budget tracking, invoice approvals, and consultant contracts.
• Maintain project files and ensure documentation is audit-ready.

Cross Functional Coordination

• Coordinate activities between Development, Construction, Operations, Facilities, Marketing, and Training.
• Support grand opening readiness by ensuring all departments receive timely project information.
• Build relationships with landlords, municipalities, utility companies, consultants, and contractors.

Process Improvement

• Help develop and maintain Development SOPs.
• Improve project tracking systems and reporting tools.
• Assist with implementing best practices across all development projects.
• Identify opportunities to improve communication and efficiency throughout the project lifecycle.

Culture & Teamwork

• Represent Brewtopia's people-first culture through professionalism, collaboration, and integrity.
• Bring a positive, solution-oriented mindset to every project.
• Help cultivate kindness while supporting one of the fastest-growing franchise organizations in the industry.

Requirements

WHO YOU ARE

• 3+ years supporting commercial development, construction, real estate development, or multi-site retail projects.
• Experience with municipalities, permitting, consultants, or commercial construction preferred.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills; Procore and project management software preferred.
• Self-starter with strong attention to detail and follow-through.

CAREER PATH

This position is ideal for someone looking to build a long-term career in commercial real estate development. Successful candidates will have opportunities to grow into Assistant Development Project Manager and Development Project Manager roles as Brewtopia continues its rapid expansion.

WHAT YOU'LL GET

• Competitive Salary: $60K-$75K (commensurate with experience)
• Performance Bonus Opportunity
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance with company contribution
• 401(k) with company match
• Car and Cell Phone Allowance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Opportunities for growth and advancement within a rapidly scaling, values-driven brand
• The opportunity to help build one of the fastest-growing and most exciting brands in the QSR industry