Job description
Our client, a growing fast casual restaurant, needs a contract Design Manager, with a background in interior store architecture/design, and strong PM skills, to join their team immediately. Contract duration will be around 4 weeks to start, with potential to extend; 40 hours per week, completely remote (Chicago or NY preferred).RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Oversee design process of new restaurant pipeline to ensure a seamless transition from new deal, to design, to construction.
- Assist Real Estate and Development teams in the evaluation of prospective locations, including:
- Preparing test fits/3D models
- Performing or coordinating Code analysis to flag potential permitting issues
- Reviewing and assessing existing building conditions and/or Landlord-provided base building drawings
- Providing design-related feedback on Landlord Work Letter.
- Coordinate due diligence efforts during pre-design phase to develop sufficient and accurate information necessary to complete design.
- Prepare design kick-off package to introduce team members to project.
- Review design documents to ensure Cava’s design standards/requirements are accurately reflected.
- Assist with reviews of contractor shop drawings or responses to design questions (RFIs).
- Coordinate with facilities and operations to help monitor ongoing needs of existing restaurants providing input where needed.
- Maintain detailed files for all projects in with Cava filing standards.
- Provide input into corporate decisions regarding store design and branding strategy.
- Develop relationships with qualified design vendors in new markets that Cava may be expanding.
Requirements:
- 3-5+ years retail design experience
- Strong Project Management Skills
- Bachelors degree, Architecture or similar
- Basic AutoCAD experience
- Ability to manage a high volume of projects at once
- Highly motivated and organized
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