Your Recipe for Impact — What You’ll Do

As a Senior Project Specialist, you’ll lead high-impact projects from concept to completion—delivering results that support Whataburger’s continued growth. In this role, you’ll Make a Difference by driving initiatives that improve performance, efficiency, and the overall guest experience. You’ll Serve with Heart by building strong relationships and ensuring stakeholders feel informed, supported, and aligned throughout every phase of a project. By collaborating across teams and breaking down silos, you’ll help the organization Win as One, creating momentum and shared success. Through proactive problem-solving, strategic thinking, and a focus on continuous improvement, you’ll help the business Move Forward Boldly, confidently navigating change and delivering meaningful outcomes.

Day-to-Day Ingredients — Responsibilities

As a Senior Project Specialist, you will:

• Lead end-to-end project execution, ensuring delivery on scope, timeline, and budget
• Develop and maintain project plans, proactively adjusting for risks and changes
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks while recommending solutions
• Drive cross-functional collaboration and alignment across stakeholders
• Serve as the primary point of contact for project communication and updates
• Monitor budgets and forecasts, implementing corrective actions when needed
• Lead change management efforts and evaluate impacts to scope, cost, and timelines
• Manage vendor performance to ensure quality and efficiency

The Sauce — Pay & Perks

As a Senior Project Specialist, you will receive:

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Bonus Program that scales up to 2.5X payout potential based on company results
• 5 weeks PTO
• Flex Weeks
• Paid Corporate Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave*
• 401(k) match $1/$1 up to 4%
• Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits*
• Short-term and Long-term Disability Benefits*
• Opportunities for Career Development and Growth
• Whataburger Family Foundation - Scholarship Program (dependents eligible) and Hardship Grant Assistance
• Discounted Meals for You and a Guest
• Wireless Service Discounts
• Computer & Software Discounts
• Fitness / Gym Discounts
• Awards and recognition for all you do
• Retirement Celebration Program

What You Bring to the Table — Required Experience

As aSenior Project Specialist, youmust have:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 4+ years of project management or related experience
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and align stakeholders
• Experience driving cross-functional initiatives and collaboration
• Ability to analyze data, identify risks, and implement effective solutions
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-through
• Proficiency with project management tools and reporting

Extra Toppings — Desired Experience

As a Senior Project Specialist, we prefer you to have:

• Project management certification (e.g., CAPM or similar)
• Experience managing vendors or external partners
• Background in process improvement or continuous improvement practices
• Experience in a fast-paced, multi-unit, or operations-driven environment
• Advanced data analysis and reporting skills
• Familiarity with change management frameworks and best practices

Where & How You’ll Work

This role is based at the San Antonio Home Office, working onsite Monday through Thursday with remote flexibility on Fridays. In this role, you’ll have strong collaboration with leadership, across cross-functional teams, and with external partners to align capabilities with restaurant realities. The work environment is fastpaced and requires sound judgment, strategic thinking, and strong collaboration skills. Fulltime availability is required, with occasional extended hours based on business needs, along with occasional travel to properties, project sites, and external meetings. Candidates must reside within commuting distance of the San Antonio Home Office.

*Eligibility rules may apply