Senior Architect

California Burrito; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,440,000 - 1,760,000; Full time

Job summary

California Burrito, a fast-growing QSR, seeks a Senior Retail Architect to translate brand layouts into precise 2D and 3D store drawings for upcoming and existing outlets.

You will collaborate with the Projects Head, coordinate with site teams, vendors, and contractors, and ensure designs meet operations, lighting, and equipment requirements.

The role requires 4–7 years of relevant experience, proficiency in AutoCAD, and willingness to travel to project sites across India.

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

Store layout planning

Project coordination

AutoCAD

Communication

Travel flexibility

Education

Architecture degree (Bachelor/Master) or Diploma

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:

We are looking for a Senior Retail Architect who has experience in preparing the drawings,store layout & plans for our upcoming & existing stores. You will work directly with the Projects Head. The role requires strong architectural fundamentals, attention to detail and the ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality retail environments for one of India’s fastest growing QSR brands.

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

SALARY:

Upto 16LPA (Depending upon your overall experience and Interview)