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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

The VP, Design & Construction - Center of Excellence will lead and oversee all aspects of global restaurant design and ensure designs support top-level business objectives. This role will lead, influence and work across all business verticals to ensure designs align with branding, account for technology innovations, and can be replicated across the globe. This is a unique and exciting opportunity to join a rapidly expanding organization while leading a team in one of the highest visibility verticals within the business.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Leads and oversees the Center of Excellence (COE), the CCC Development Lab and manages all internal COE Design & Construction staff (Global)

• Accountable to ensure all restaurant designs adhere to and celebrate design principles and are appropriately branded (Global)

• Leads and establishes special and strategic initiatives impacting the restaurant environment and collaborates with the necessary interdisciplinary partners to complete these projects

• Lead through influence with Design & Const staff to source, select, and evaluate all new materials, furniture, fixtures, lighting, and equipment vendors to be consistent with the brand standards

• Select outside services that ensure accomplishment of the company objectives and Center of Excellence goals

• Responsible for the overall Design & Const functions, including Design & Const relationships with all external consultants, general contractors, and design vendors (Global)

• Lead through influence with Development field teams to ensure new concepts are appropriately translated into roll-out packages (Global)

• Lead team to influence all aspects of in-restaurant guest experience and the creative direction and execution of the restaurant environment (Global)

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Architecture, or Civil Engineering or related field required.

• Master's degree in Design, Architecture, or Civil Engineering or related field required.

• Architectural licensure preferred, but not required.

• 15+ years of leadership, progressive experience and field knowledge in Architecture, Construction, Engineering, Restaurant and/or Retail Design.

• 8+ years of supervisory experience in Design and/or Construction.

• Proficiency in applicable design tools (Revit/AutoCAD, Sketchup, Adobe CC Suite, Hand Sketching).

• Demonstrate an understanding and hold experience in restaurant operations, finance, and marketing.

• Proven leadership skills and a history of managing high-functioning creative design teams.

• Ability to influence and work cross-functionally with all departments in order to deliver positive outcomes and business results. Be able to work independently on all aspects of restaurant design, development & deployment. Be able to evaluate components of project costs relative to architecture & design.

• Effective communication and advanced project management skills. Have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Have solid planning, collaboration and decision-making skills.

PAY TRANSPARENCY

A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range for this position is $275,000-$325,000. 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

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 committed to fair employment practices at all levels of the organization without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. As a values-driven, people-first company, we are committed to fostering a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and have the opportunity to realize their full potential. All qualified applicants, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.    

Qualified applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or certain state or local laws. Please contact ADAaccommodations@chipotle.com if you need an accommodation due to a disability to complete an application, job interview, and/or to otherwise participate in the hiring process. This email does not respond to non-accommodations related requests.