Brandon Duffy
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Dynamic construction leader with extensive experience at Taco Bell, driving successful QSR development projects. Expert in due diligence, entitlements, and strategic planning. I excel in project management, regulatory compliance, team collaboration, ensuring timely delivery, and quality standards. Proven track record in optimizing site performance and fostering strategic partnerships for growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Development and Construction
Southpaw CO
Woodbridge, CT
08.2023 - 12.2025
- Oversaw QSR-focused construction and development initiatives for Taco Bell across multiple markets, including Atlanta, Washington DC, Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, and Louisiana.
- Led multi-market Taco Bell QSR development projects across multiple regions, providing executive oversight from site selection through construction completion.
- Managed entitlement, zoning, and permitting processes, coordinating with municipalities, and regulatory agencies. Directed design teams and consultants to deliver brand-compliant, operationally efficient site and building designs. Partnered closely with operations teams to optimize drive-thru performance, kitchen workflow, and guest experience.
- Acted as the primary liaison with Taco Bell corporate and franchise stakeholders to ensure that development obligations, schedules, and quality standards were achieved.
Owner/Operater
Blackhawk KC
Kansas City, MO
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Founded and led a QSR-focused development and construction firm, supporting Taco Bell–branded projects.
- Directed full-cycle development activities, including site feasibility, entitlements, design management, construction oversight, and turnover.
- Developed strategic partnerships with architects, engineers, contractors, and municipal agencies to support growth.
Director of Construction
First Street Development
Kansas City, MO
08.2019 - 03.2023
- Oversaw QSR and commercial development projects across multiple states, with a strong emphasis on Taco Bell site development.
- Conducted due diligence and feasibility analyses, including site inspections, title reviews, and environmental assessments.
- Managed entitlement processes, site planning, permitting, and Planning & Zoning (P&Z) hearings.
- Led construction execution, including design coordination, bidding, contractor selection, contract administration, and closeout.
Project Manager
Blackhawk Developers
Las Vegas, NV
03.2016 - 08.2019
- Prepared detailed project estimates, budgets, and quantity takeoffs for competitive bidding.
- Negotiated subcontractor agreements and managed change orders to control costs and scope.
- Developed and maintained project schedules, overseeing subcontractors and self-performed crews to ensure timely delivery.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hayward High School
Hayward, WI05-1999
Skills
- Project management
- Construction oversight
- Site feasibility analysis
- Entitlement processes
- Due diligence process
- Design coordination
- Budget management
- Regulatory compliance
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Strategic planning
- Attention to detail
- Negotiation skills
- Development tracking system design
- Team leadership
- Value engineering
- Strategic partnerships
- Risk assessment
Certification
Class A General Contracting License
Project List
Project list available upon request.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Director of Development and Construction
Southpaw CO
08.2023 - 12.2025
Owner/Operater
Blackhawk KC
03.2023 - 12.2023
Director of Construction
First Street Development
08.2019 - 03.2023
Project Manager
Blackhawk Developers
03.2016 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
Hayward High School