Construction Specialist - Reinvestment Team
About the job
- At least 7 years of experience in construction project management, commercial construction, or retail fit-out.
- A professional designation from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, Chartered Institute of Building, or Association for Project Management.
- Experience leading project teams to deliver high-quality construction projects on time and within budget.
- Experience developing direct project manager reports.
- Strong financial cost-management capability.
- Experience managing multidisciplinary professional teams.
- Computer literacy, including sophisticated Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills.
- Ability to work autonomously and with a high degree of autonomy.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships and influence key decision-makers.
- Ability to be organised, analytical, and proactive in problem solving.
- Ability to work to strict deadlines.
- Ability to assimilate information quickly and handle challenging or complicated situations.
- Strong communication skills.
- Experience working in a fast-paced and changing environment.
- Ability to encourage energy and commitment in others.
- Manage the full lifecycle of Restaurant NEXT reinvestment construction projects.
- Undertake and manage stakeholder engagement with franchisees, crew, designers, quantity surveyors, contractors, and corporate departments such as information technology and finance.
- Coordinate and supervise all aspects of detailed design.
- Understand and challenge project costs to obtain best value for franchisees.
- Monitor and communicate project programmes to ensure delivery.
- Work with the supply chain and contractors to ensure project delivery.
- Obtain financial approval for project expenditure.
- Supervise, challenge, and report variances in project expenditure.
- Undertake site inspections, site meetings, and defect-identification inspections.
- Support the engagement of principal designers to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Assist with ensuring compliance with company standards, policies, and specifications.
- Undertake major maintenance and ad-hoc project work in existing restaurants.
- Experience with project-management software.
- Curiosity, collaboration, and commitment to continuous improvement.
- Willingness to learn new skills.
About the company
McDonald’s operates a global network of fast-food restaurants offering burgers, fries, and other items, serving customers quickly and affordably. It uses a mix of company-owned and franchised locations, with revenue coming from store sales, franchise fees and royalties, and income from owning and leasing real estate. It relies on digital ordering, third-party delivery, and a rewards program to boost convenience and loyalty, plus family-friendly amenities. Its goal is to lead the quick-service restaurant space by delivering scale, a strong brand, and a broad digital ecosystem, while expanding through franchising and real estate.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Chicago, Illinois
Founded
1955
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q2 2026 global comparable sales rose 1.3%, with systemwide sales up 5%.
- September 23, 2026 NEXT support adds $8.5 billion through 2036 for franchisee upgrades.
- The media network pilot spans 450 restaurants and targets a billion-dollar advertising business.
What critics are saying
- U.S. traffic fell as weak guest counts persisted in Q2 2026.
- Franchisees face at least $1.2 million remodels and four-year payback pressure through 2030.
- NLRB charges, wage suits, and Quarter Pounder litigation threaten brand trust and costs.
What makes McDonald's unique
- McDonald’s owns prime real estate and collects royalties from franchised restaurants globally.
- The McDonald’s > NEXT plan standardizes restaurant design, tech, and training across markets.
- Its loyalty base and 450-restaurant media-network pilot create unmatched first-party customer monetization.
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Benefits
401(k) Company Match
401(k) Retirement Plan
Performance Bonus
Long Term Incentive
Company News
Domino's Pizza has held its quarterly dividend flat at $1.99 since February, yielding approximately 2.7%, while McDonald's raised its payout to $1.93, yielding about 3%. Domino's reported 0.1% US same-store sales growth in the second quarter, down from 3.4% a year earlier. Order counts rose but average ticket prices fell. The company's stockholders' equity stands at negative $3.98 billion due to debt and buybacks, whilst cash dropped 39.6% to $164.8 million. McDonald's posted 1.3% global comparable sales growth, though US restaurant traffic declined. The company paid approximately $1.3 billion in dividends in the second quarter alone. Domino's next dividend decision in February will signal whether the pause is temporary or indicates deeper concerns about its financial position.
McDonald's is testing a new advertising business called the McDonald's Media Network that could generate $1 billion in revenue. The fast-food chain plans to sell ad space on menu boards, kiosk screens, and its mobile app across its restaurants. The pilot programme currently covers 450 company-owned US restaurants. Global Chief Marketing Officer Morgan Flatley said the venture would generate revenue "with little in the way of additional cost, no operational complexity, and no disruption to our customer experience." McDonald's serves over 70 million customers daily and has nearly 220 million active loyalty members. The commerce media advertising segment is expected to surpass $100 billion in the US by 2028. The company reported total sales of over $7 billion last quarter.
McDonald's stock has fallen to a four-year low, trading nearly 30% below its March record high. The decline accelerated after the company's investor day on 23 September, when shares dropped 5%. The company announced plans to spend $8.5 billion supporting franchisees through 2036, with $5 billion allocated by 2030. McDonald's also pushed back its goal of reaching 50,000 restaurants to 2028, citing cautious consumers and higher building costs. Warren Buffett previously called selling McDonald's shares "a very big mistake" after Berkshire Hathaway divested its $1.4 billion stake in 1998. The company has raised its dividend for 50 consecutive years, now yielding near 3%. Analysts maintain a "moderate buy" rating with a mean price target suggesting 32% upside, though several firms reduced targets following the investor day.
McDonald's in Brighouse transformed as restaurant reopens. Brighouse McDonald's reopens its doors (Image: Supplied) A McDonald's restaurant has reopened to customers after a redesign. The Brighouse branch, owned by Yorkshire franchisee Pritpal Singh, is one of 13 McDonald's outlets he operates across the region. Mr Singh said: "I'm really glad we've been able to give our Brighouse restaurant a fresh new feel and it's exciting to welcome everyone back and see the place looking better than ever. "The dining area feels more contemporary and modern and these changes are set to make things simpler for both customers and staff." The refurbishment is part of McDonald's reimaging programme, which aims to improve customer experience through updated layouts and new technology. The redesigned restaurant now features a more comfortable and relaxed dining area. It also offers better integration of digital ordering channels, including the McDonald's app, alongside traditional walk-in service. The changes are designed to meet consumer demand for greater speed, efficiency and choice. Read More: The improvements are expected to benefit both customers and staff by streamlining the ordering process and making better use of internal space. The refreshed environment aims to support a more enjoyable and efficient dining experience for all. More Stories
McDonald's UK & Ireland appoints Danielle Harris as chief people officer. McDonald's UK & Ireland has appointed Danielle Harris as its new chief people officer, effective from 1 October 2026. Harris will lead the fast food giant's people strategy across its UK and Ireland operations, with responsibility for talent, engagement and workforce development. She has spent more than 12 years within the McDonald's system and most recently served as vice president, global people partner for corporate functions. During her time with the business, Harris has also held roles including US segment talent lead, Atlanta field people officer and global talent strategy leader. She previously led the people strategy across more than 1,500 McDonald's restaurants in the southeastern United States, working with franchisees and field leaders on talent, engagement and business performance. Harris said: "I am thrilled to be joining the UK & Ireland business. McDonald's success is built on the incredible people who power its restaurants, offices and franchise businesses every day. "Having already met many talented colleagues across the market, I am excited to build on the strong culture that is already in place." She added that she had been particularly encouraged by the company's recent work experience programme and its focus on development and career opportunities. McDonald's UK & Ireland chief executive Lauren Schultz said Harris's leadership experience, franchisee relationships and people expertise made her well placed to lead the company's strategy in the market. "I am delighted to welcome Danielle to the business and know she will build on the strong foundations already in place, while helping us continue to attract, develop and support the talented people who are at the heart of our success," Schultz said. Harris succeeds James Thorne, who will move into a senior leadership role within McDonald's global people team in the US. Thorne will lead the people pillar of the company's McDonald's > NEXT strategy, focusing on hospitality and strengthening the experience of more than two million restaurant crew worldwide.