Expansion Lead

Own the buildout of LAP's store network across Germany – from raw space to keys-in-hand handover, on time and on budget. You'll lead fit-out projects end-to-end, tender and hold contractors accountable on programme, quality and cost, and turn every opening into a sharper template for the next one.

What you'll do

• Own fit-out projects end-to-end: site assessment, contractor management, timeline and budget through to keys-in-hand handover to Operations.
• Be on site. Read the drawings. Spot the problem before it becomes a three-week delay.
• Tender and manage general contractors, subcontractors and suppliers to hold them accountable on programme, quality and budget.
• Conduct technical site assessments (structural condition, floor loads) and produce clear go/no-go recommendations.
• Own the capex budget per store: build the cost plan, track it live, and flag deviations before they land.
• Benchmark cost per square metre across projects and drive the build cost down opening by opening.
• Turn every buildout into a better template for the next one: document what worked, cut what didn't.
• Keep existing locations performing: manage ad-hoc requests, coordinate technicians and prevent downtime before it happens.

What you'll need

• 3–5 years of real, hands-on experience in construction project management, retail fit-out or a closely related field.
• The ability to read architectural drawings and technical specs – and the judgement to know when something doesn't add up.
• Proven experience managing contractors on site, and the instinct to keep a programme on track when it starts to slip.
• Organised enough to run multiple projects simultaneously; decisive enough to make calls without being chased.
• Willingness to travel ~30–50% and spend real time on construction sites across Germany.
• Fluent German (C1+) and solid English.
• Driver's licence.

Nice to have

• Background in F&B, hospitality, architecture, civil engineering or real estate.
• Comfortable with Asana, Notion or MS Project; curious about AI and automation.

What they offer

• Full-time, permanent contract; start immediately or by arrangement.
• Berlin HQ with regular on-site presence across Frankfurt, Cologne, Düsseldorf, Munich and Hamburg.
• Direct access to the founding team and short decision paths.
• Join a team building the future of accessible specialty coffee with top-tier investor backing.