THE OPPORTUNITY

Fransmart is a franchise development company specializing in identifying and scaling emerging restaurant and retail brands into national and global chains, with a track record of growing concepts like Five Guys, QDOBA, and The Halal Guys from a handful of units into powerhouse franchises. One of our newest, and fastest growing brands, HB Protein Smoothies is in full-scale national growth mode — targeting 2–3 new franchise locations every month. We're looking for a seasoned Project Manager who has done this before: managed complex franchise build-outs end-to-end, earned franchisee trust, and built the systems that make rapid scaling actually work.

This isn't a coordination role. You'll be the operational authority on every store that opens — the person franchisees rely on, the one who removes obstacles before they become delays, and the executive who gives our CEO real-time confidence in the pipeline. If you've scaled a franchise system and want to own the build-out function at a fast-moving brand, this is your role.

WHAT YOU'LL OWN

End-to-end project ownership. Manage timelines, budgets, milestones, and contractor relationships across multiple simultaneous locations — from lease execution through grand opening.
Franchisee partnership and authority. Serve as the primary corporate contact on all development matters. You have the authority to make build-out decisions, approve preferred vendors, and escalate when local choices risk brand standards or timelines.
Real estate strategy and site acquisition. Project manage market planning, trade area analysis, and site identification across the franchise network — managing broker relationships, conducting site tours, negotiating LOIs and lease terms, and shepherding proposed locations through corporate approval.
Scalable systems and playbooks. Build and maintain standardized build-out playbooks, pre-approved vendor rosters, and preferred contractor networks that reduce ramp time for every new franchisee.
Value engineering. Drive cost savings — especially through second-generation and retrofit locations — without compromising brand standards. Demonstrate measurable cost reductions over time.
Pipeline visibility. Deliver real-time, accurate reporting to the CEO on opening dates, risks, spend, and store-by-store status. No surprises.
Bottleneck removal. Proactively identify and resolve delays across permitting, design approvals, contractor scheduling, and equipment procurement.
Network intelligence. Capture and share best practices, lessons learned, and preferred vendors across the franchise network to compound efficiency over time.
Travel. Site visits and key meetings as needed (30–50% national travel).

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Required

Must have 5+ years managing franchise store build-outs — not just project management generally
Demonstrated experience scaling a multi-unit franchise system (10+ simultaneous locations)
Hands-on knowledge of real estate, design, permitting, construction, and equipment procurement
Track record of delivering on time and under budget with documented results
Strong franchisee relationship skills — you know how to be a trusted partner, not a corporate obstacle
Proficiency with project management tools (Smartsheet, Asana, MS Project, or equivalent)
Proven experience working alongside commercial real estate professionals — including tenant reps, landlords, and site selection teams.
Demonstrated ability to manage and coordinate architects, contractors, and subcontractors on behalf of both the franchisor and franchisees, ensuring brand standards, timelines, and budgets are upheld across all parties.
Willingness to travel 30–50% nationally

Strongly Preferred

Experience with second-generation and retrofit build-outs
Prior experience building or formalizing playbooks, vendor programs, or build-out standards for a franchise brand
Familiarity with QSR or smoothie/beverage concept build-out requirements
PMP or equivalent certification
Based in or willing to relocate near Scottsdale, AZ

WHY THIS ROLE

HB Protein Smoothies is a brand on a trajectory — and the person who builds the operational infrastructure for our national expansion will have a direct, visible impact on where this company goes. You won't be managing a process that someone else designed. You'll be building it.

Pay: $95,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Do you have experience in QSR, fast casual, or beverage/smoothie franchise concepts?
Have you managed 10+ simultaneous franchise locations in development at the same time?

Work Location: In person

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