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The company is a largest premium bakery with a strong presence across India. Backed by a reputed private equity investor, the company has established itself as a market leader through its commitment to exceptional product quality, customer experience, and continuous innovation.
As Lead - Projects & Design, you will spearhead the complete lifecycle of retail and hospitality fit-out projects across India. You will be responsible for translating brand concepts into physical outlets, managing large-scale budgets, and ensuring timely handover of high-end, fully functional, and legally compliant dining/QSR spaces.
Lead end-to-end execution of interior fit-out projects from concept approval till handover.
Develop project schedules, milestones, and execution plans.
Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and according to quality standards.
Manage simultaneous rollout of multiple F&B outlets across various locations.
Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
Support the Supply Chain team to:
Identify, evaluate, and onboard contractors and suppliers.
Negotiate contracts, rates, and delivery schedules.
Monitor contractor performance, productivity, and quality.
Ensure timely procurement of materials and equipment.
Prepare project budgets and monitor actual expenses.
Review BOQs, estimates, and billing certifications.
Implement cost optimization without compromising quality.
Track project financials and report cost variances.
Conduct regular site inspections and progress reviews.
Monitor execution quality and adherence to specifications.
Ensure proper documentation, site records, and project reporting.
Drive timely completion of snagging and final handover.
Lead and mentor Project Managers, Site Engineers, and support staff.
Define KPIs and monitor team performance.
Build a high-performance project execution team.
Promote continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Bachelor's degree in Civil / Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or B.Arch.
PMP or equivalent Project Management certification is preferred.
15–18 years of experience in interior fit-out project management.
At least 8–10 years in leadership roles managing QSR/F&B interior projects.
Proven experience delivering restaurants, cafés, quick-service restaurants (QSRs), food courts, cloud kitchens, and hospitality projects.
Experience managing multi-location rollouts is essential.
Comfortable working hands-on in a fast-paced environment.
Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.