Retail Design & Construction Lead

KFC; Dubai; On-site; AED 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

KFC UAE is seeking a passionate Design & Construction Manager to lead design and construction across diverse restaurant formats. You will review architectural drawings, coordinate with franchise partners and internal teams, and ensure brand standards and operational efficiency are met.

The role requires a hands-on, detail-oriented professional with strong AutoCAD skills, excellent communication, and experience delivering high-visibility, multi-market projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture, Interior Design or a related field.
• 7+ years of relevant experience in retail, QSR, F&B or hospitality design and construction.
• Strong technical knowledge of architectural drawings, interior detailing, construction methods, materials and finishes.
• Excellent AutoCAD skills and proficiency in design, presentation.
• Solid understanding of retail planning, customer experience and operational efficiency.
• Experience working with international brands or franchise organizations is an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills and fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve restaurant layouts, architectural drawings, interior designs and technical details, ensuring alignment with KFC's brand standards.
• Work across different retail formats, including malls, food courts, high streets, standalone restaurants and drive-thrus.
• Balance great design with operational efficiency, customer experience and commercial needs.
• Bring fresh thinking and practical ideas to continuously improve our restaurants.
• Support projects from early design stages through construction and store opening.
• Work closely with franchise partners, architects, consultants and construction teams to ensure quality execution.
• Identify potential design and construction challenges early and develop smart, practical solutions.
• Support cost optimization and value engineering without compromising quality or brand identity.

Skills

Communication skills

Fluency in English

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

KFC UAE is seeking a passionate Design & Construction Manager to lead design and construction across diverse restaurant formats. You will review architectural drawings, coordinate with franchise partners and internal teams, and ensure brand standards and operational efficiency are met.

The role requires a hands-on, detail-oriented professional with strong AutoCAD skills, excellent communication, and experience delivering high-visibility, multi-market projects.