Construction Design Manager – Retail Projects Lead

McDonald's; Greater London; Presencial; GBP 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

McDonalds is seeking a Design Manager within the UK&I Construction team to lead design management for new builds, refurbishments and estates projects. You will work with external Architects and internal stakeholders to deliver compliant, efficient designs that align with business needs.

The role requires 5+ years in design management in retail construction, strong coordination, and excellent communication. You will ensure regulatory compliance, manage multiple projects, and help maintain design

Formación

• 5+ years of experience in a design management role, ideally within the retail construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, design coordination, and project lifecycle management.
• Demonstrable strong space planning skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organisational ability.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Familiarity with the Building and Welfare Regulations.
• Ability to influence and build strong relationships across the business including senior management.
• Diploma or equivalent qualification in construction related design.
• Membership of a relevant professional institute is desirable.

Responsabilidades

• Working with external Architects, develop and continuously improve new DT thru designs according to business needs.
• Collaborate with the acquisition and project management teams to find the most efficient design solution to bespoke new build projects.
• Working alongside Restaurant Services, manage the Design Working Group process to review and approve all bespoke new build and reimage projects.
• Communicate all new guidance to the Project Management teams including monthly presentations.
• Interpret Global Design Studio standards ready to implement in UK&I.
• Work hand in hand with the UK&I Procurement Manager to ensure the availability of all furniture elements
• Visit existing restaurants, converted restaurants and new restaurants to critique work and ensure compliance.
• Ongoing management of the external Architects. Facilitate design meetings and workshops with internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain documentation and ensure accurate version control of all design materials.
• Ensure compliance with Building and Welfare Regulations.
• Work cross functionally with the Restaurant Services, National Operations, Development, Marketing, Technology, Security, Hygiene and Environment
• Carry out competitor visits to understand threats and opportunities.

Conocimientos

Design management

Construction processes

Space planning

Communication

Project multitasking

Building regs

Influence skills

Diploma in construction

Professional membership

Educación

Diploma in construction design

Descripción del empleo

McDonalds is seeking a Design Manager within the UK&I Construction team to lead design management for new builds, refurbishments and estates projects. You will work with external Architects and internal stakeholders to deliver compliant, efficient designs that align with business needs.

The role requires 5+ years in design management in retail construction, strong coordination, and excellent communication. You will ensure regulatory compliance, manage multiple projects, and help maintain design