Principal, Prototype Design Management

CULTIVATE A BETTER WORLD

Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast-food experience. Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants. We are changing the face of fast food, starting conversations, and directly supporting efforts to shift the future of farming and food. We hope you will join us as we continue to learn, evolve, and shape what comes next on our mission to make better food accessible to everyone.

THE OPPORTUNITY

As a Principal, Prototype Design Management you will collaborate with a team of internal and field Principals and external Contractors who all contribute to Chipotle’s Development Plan by supporting the Design and Construction functions across North America from to develop and maintain Chipotle’s new restaurant prototypical design standards and specifications. You will also work to ensure refresh, remodel and strategic initiative designs align with branding, account for technology innovations, and can be replicated across the globe on time and on-budget.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Ensure new restaurant prototypes, specifications, designs, innovations, refresh, and remodels are rolled-out on budget and meet departmental goals and completion dates.
• Evaluate and assess opportunities for improved cost efficiencies, as they relate to Architectural / Design / Engineering processes and procedures.
• Collaborate with other field-based Senior/Principal design and construction managers, Indirect Procurement, Ops Services, IT, Facilities, Safety / Asset Protection, and Food Safety Teams on all prototypical design deployment efforts.
• Support roll-out of special initiative projects impacting the restaurant environment and collaborate with necessary cross functional partners to complete.
• Review existing restaurant layouts and integrate specific initiative requirements (i.e. installation of new equipment or new brand design elements)
• Collaborate with Indirect Procurement, Ops Services, Facilities, IT, Safety / Asset Protection, Food Safety Teams to establish program scope and design methodology for implementation and execution of any new brand elements, equipment, and / or design practices and procedures.
• Educate and manage external support resources (Architects / Engineers) in executing various national roll-out programs (i.e. Dish Sanitizer installations).
• Collaborate with Chipotle COE Construction / Program Managers to educate and support program installation details and specifications.
• Partner with VP and Senior Director, Global Design & Innovation along with core Development Teams to ensure new concepts are appropriately translated into prototypical design documents to be distributed to the core Development Teams.
• Guide the team as a Design SME in deploying all aspects of in-restaurant guest experience and delivering the creative direction of the restaurant environment.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) from 4-year college or university preferred.
• 10+ years of Construction, Design, Development, and/or Project Management experience.
• 3+ years experience in leading small teams and/or supervisory experience.
• Be able to work independently.
• Strong people and negotiation skills.
• Ability to develop/maintain collaborative relationships with External Vendors & Partners.
• Ability to develop positive relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Have excellent influence.
• Be able to collaborate with Development Leadership Team.
• Be able to collaborate with Real Estate, Design, Construction, and Operations peers.
• Be able to research and compile information relative to new design elements.
• Be able to work within a fast-paced and high-growth environment.
• Proficiency in applicable project management programs (including Microsoft Office Suite).
• Light travel required.

PAY TRANSPARENCY

A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $114,000.00–$159,000.00. You are also eligible for annual cash bonuses and equity awards based upon performance and other factors. Actual compensation offered may vary depending on skill level, experience, and/or education. Chipotle offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k, sick leave, vacation time, and much more. Visit https://jobs.chipotle.com/benefits for more details.

WHO WE ARE

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) is cultivating a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically cooked, real food with wholesome ingredients without artificial colors, flavors or preservatives. Chipotle has restaurants in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France and Germany and is the only restaurant company of its size that owns and operates all its restaurants in North America and Europe. With employees passionate about providing a great guest experience, Chipotle is a longtime leader and innovator in the food industry. Chipotle is committed to making its food more accessible to everyone while continuing to be a brand with a demonstrated purpose as it leads the way in digital, technology and sustainable business practices. For more information or to place an order online, visit WWW.CHIPOTLE.COM

Chipotle Mexican Grill is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. As a people-first company rooted in values, our purpose extends beyond serving nutritious food using real ingredients. It means hiring world-class individuals and fostering a culture that champions diversity, ensures equity, and celebrates inclusion. All qualified applicants, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.  

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