Responsible for ensuring accurate civil engineering and architectural detailing, effective & efficient layouts and all functional requirements are incorporated into the preparation and management of innovative, operationally sound, and cost-effective site plan designs for both brands. Utilizes new restaurant prototypes for site-adapted new restaurant projects, that are consistent with the brand image, development objectives, and all applicable building codes & requirements.
KEY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversees and manages internal resources and external consultants as needed in the preparation, maintenance, review, and implementation of proposed and site-adapted new restaurant site plan designs for all company & franchise new restaurant projects for both brands. Ensures effective and efficient integration of architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), and site planning details into the proposed plans.
Uses Lucernex project management system to monitor and track the development status of assigned new restaurant projects to effectively support the Development Department’s workload. Provides ongoing support and oversight of all assigned design and architectural work product. Ensures the proper application & integration of site, civil, landscaping, architectural, structural, and MEP disciplines as needed into the site-related construction documents for all applicable projects in the pipeline.
Partners with cross-functional departments including but not limited to: Construction, Ops Services, Marketing, IT, Asset Protection, Facility Services and Supply Chain and ensures alignment as needed for the design and maintenance of site design specifications and details.
Secures, evaluates, implements, and reports on feedback from internal cross-functional, outside consultants and contractors, and franchise development teams to improve cost-efficiencies, streamline permitting schedules, and refine and improve the building designs as needed. Manages prototype, plan maintenance, and design updates as needed in support of workload objectives. Prepares plans for utilization of space that are consistent with building codes, available resources and funds. Assesses requirements, develops plans, solicits cost estimates or budgetary quotations when applicable, and maintains accurate building plans.
Manages the on-boarding and training of new Company & Franchise consultants in line with the current process and design standards. Provides clear, concise, and effective communication materials to facilitate accurate execution of development initiatives; both internally and with franchisees and their consultants. Researches and stays current on industry trends, design principles, practices, and processes; identifies, proposes, and implements process improvements.
Manage project workflow processes in a timely manner to review, comment, and approve conceptual designs and construction documents as prepared by external resources. Interprets and clarifies both internal and external inquiries relating to restaurant designs and specifications.
Participates in departmental strategic planning and in the development and execution of department policies and procedures. Maintains effective communication with all team members, contractors, franchisees, vendors, and consultants.
Collaborates with internal team members and cross-functional departments like Construction, Equipment Purchasing, Facility Services, and Ops Services to evaluate, value-engineer, detail, and select materials, fixtures, furnishings and equipment in support of the brand objectives. Ensures that value engineering efforts do not compromise the design’s communication of the brand image or the operational functionality.
Performs other related duties, tasks and responsibilities as required, assigned and directed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, and/or Architecture or related field. Engineering or Architectural license preferred.
Experience: 7+ years civil engineering, architectural & construction document preparation experience in multi-unit restaurant or retail program design at the corporate level. Must have a minimum of 5 years experience in QSR restaurant site plan design. Working knowledge of computer graphic rendering and 3D visualization modeling preferred. Field construction or project management experience preferred.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Advanced knowledge of current property development and building code requirements and construction methods related to site planning and site design as well as an in-depth understanding of the coordination and assembly of construction documents, structural and MEP systems, and understanding of restaurant food service layout and operational components
Software proficiency with AutoCAD 8 or higher specializing in site plan design including Auto Turn software
Proficient knowledge of personal computers and Microsoft Office 365 (i.e., Word, Excel)
3D Studio Max & VRay or similar, Revit BIM, Sketch-Up or similar experience preferred
Lucernex project management software experience preferred
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with attention-to-detail
Demonstrates integrity and ethical behavior
Physical Requirements:
Ability to speak/hear clearly in person and on the telephone. Ability to operate a computer keyboard. Ability to travel approximately 10% - 20% of time.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:
Jack in the Box, Inc. and its affiliates will make reasonable accommodations to allow a qualified individual with a disability to enjoy equal employment opportunities and to perform the essential functions of the job. This position description should be applied accordingly. This description of duties is not intended to be all-inclusive or to limit management’s discretion to assign other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
Jack in the Box Inc. offers a competitive salary and Total Rewards package that includes: medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Life and Disability Plans, 401(k) plan with company match, Legal Plan, Pet Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, and Employee Assistance Program.
Our culture is fun and innovative – ‘Work Happy’ with us!
The range for this position is $113,100 - $161,100 and is based on an employee located at our corporate headquarters in San Diego. If the candidate is hired in a different city to work remote, we will apply a geographic pay differential based on the cost of labor in the market in which the employee resides.