Lead Architect

California Burrito; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

California Burrito is seeking a Lead/Manager – Retail Architect to shape the physical footprint of its fast-growing QSR brand in India. You will drive design, layouts, and high-quality store concepts for new and existing locations, coordinating with executives and ops teams to ensure execution aligns with approved drawings.

Ideal candidates bring 4–7 years in architectural design for retail or café environments, strong AutoCAD skills, and the ability to translate concepts into practical

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, or a Diploma in Architecture.
• 4–7 years of experience in architectural design, preferably in retail, commercial, or interior projects.
• Experience in café, QSR, restaurant, retail or commercial interior projects is a must.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is essential; knowledge of SketchUp, Revit or Photoshop is an advantage.
• Good understanding of café/QSR layouts, kitchen planning, furniture, and electrical, plumbing and civil requirements.
• Ability to translate concepts into practical, execution-ready drawings.
• Strong coordination, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate 2D and 3D store layouts, including seating, kitchen, counter, storage and service areas.
• Prepare detailed floor plans, elevations, working drawings and project layouts.
• Coordinate with site executives, vendors, contractors and store teams on lighting, materials and other elements.
• Conduct site visits, take measurements, and ensure execution aligns with approved drawings and layouts.
• Prepare concept designs, space planning and detailed design documentation.
• Prepare as-built drawings and update layouts based on site requirements.
• Support material planning, BOQ preparation and project documentation.
• Review drawings and make modifications based on operational, design and execution requirements.
• Assist the Site Executive with project timelines, quality checks and on-ground execution.
• Support the CEO on 2D/3D store concept development.

Skills

Architectural design

Retail experience

Project coordination

Concept design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Master's degree in Architecture

Diploma in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Revit

Photoshop

Job description

California Burrito is a fast-growing QSR chain with 2500+ employees across 140+ locations across Bengaluru, NCR, Hyderabad, Chennai and Pune. We started in 2012 with a simple belief: no compromise, just real ingredients. Since then, we’ve been serving honestly good Mexican food while building a more wholesome, sustainable way to do fast food, including growing our own fresh ingredients. Our mission is to become India’s most recognised name in Mexican cuisine while setting the standard for quality, speed and friendly hospitality. And how we get there matters just as much. We stay Open & Honest, Strive for Excellence, believe in Freedom with Ownership, and focus on Growing Every Day.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

As our Lead/Manager – Retail Architect, you will shape the physical footprint of one of India’s fastest-growing QSR brands. Reporting directly to the Projects Head and working closely with the CEO and Ops team, you will lead design, layout, and execute high-quality store concepts for both new and existing locations. We are looking for a detail-driven architect with retail experience , strong architectural fundamentals and top-tier execution capabilities.

WHAT WILL YOU OWN?

Create accurate 2D and 3D store layouts, including seating, kitchen, counter, storage and service areas. Prepare detailed floor plans, elevations, working drawings and project layouts. Coordinate with site executives, vendors, contractors and store teams on lighting, materials and other elements Conduct site visits, take measurements, and ensure execution aligns with approved drawings and layouts Prepare concept designs, space planning and detailed design documentation Prepare as-built drawings and update layouts based on site requirements Support material planning, BOQ preparation and project documentation Review drawings and make modifications based on operational, design and execution requirements Assist the Site Executive with project timelines, quality checks and on-ground execution Support the CEO on 2D/3D store concept development.

WHAT WILL HELP YOU SUCCEED?

You’re self-driven and naturally take initiative. You’re comfortable figuring things out, taking challenges head-on and owning what happens next. You have the ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment and work across teams and stakeholders. You think entrepreneurially, move with intent and don’t need to be told every next step. You can bring people along, step up when something needs leadership and stay open to being challenged yourself.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, or a Diploma in Architecture
• 4–7 years of experience in architectural design, preferably in retail, commercial, or interior projects.
• Experience in café, QSR, restaurant, retail or commercial interior projects is a must
• Proficiency in AutoCAD is essential; knowledge of SketchUp, Revit or Photoshop is an advantage
• Good understanding of café/QSR layouts, kitchen planning, furniture, and electrical, plumbing and civil requirements
• Ability to translate concepts into practical, execution-ready drawings
• Strong coordination, communication and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required