Job Description Lead- Projects & Design

Grade: General Manager/ Sr. General Manager

Location: Mumbai

Function: Projects

About the Company:

The company is the largest premium bakery and patisserie brand in India headquartered in Mumbai.

About the role:

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.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Execution:

- 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.

Vendor & Contractor Management:

- 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.

Budget & Cost Control:

- 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.

Site Management:

- 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.

Team Leadership:

- 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.

Qualifications:

- Bachelors degree in Civil/ Mech/Elec engineering or B.Arch

- PMP or equivalent project management certification is preferred.

Desired Candidate Profile:

- 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.