Manager, Restaurant Design

• Produce accurate, brand-compliant restaurant floor plans for new builds,relocations, remodels, and operational modifications across the Canadian portfolio.

• Ensure all designs align with Subway brand standards, operational efficiency requirements, and equipment specifications.

• Apply and maintain brand design standards across all project types, including premium and food court locations.

• Manage a high-volume pipeline of concurrent design projects, ensuring timely delivery aligned with real estate, construction, and permitting timelines.

• Maintain clear tracking of project progress, design status, and documentation to support development reporting and coordination.

• Partner closely with Real Estate and Construction teams to support active deals, landlord submissions, lease negotiations, and permit applications.

• Provide design expertise during site evaluation and development planning to ensure layout feasibility and operational efficiency.

• Work directly with franchisees as a knowledgeable design partner, responding to design questions and resolving issues efficiently

• Through Cross-functional collaboration, support the acceleration of deal conversion, reduce franchisee escalations, and serve as a clear, accountable local partner for all stakeholders

• Coordinate with third-party architects, consultants, and offshore design partner to manage workflow and maintain design quality and consistency.

• Review drawings and design packages to ensure accuracy, brand compliance, and constructability

• Support Franchise Sales teams by developing site packages and insights to attract qualified operators to non-traditional growth channels.

• Support preparation and review of municipal permit submissions and landlord approval packages.

• Ensure designs meet Canadian building codes, accessibility standards, and regulatory requirements, including bilingual documentation and Quebec-specific compliance where applicable.

• Maintain organized project records and ensure all design files are properly stored and tracked in internal systems.

• Provide updates to leadership on design pipeline status, project progress, and risks impacting timelines or compliance.

• Bachelor’s Degree Architecture, Interior Design, Architectural Technology, or a related field required.
• Post-secondary education in Architecture, Interior Design, Architectural Technology

• 3-5 years’ experience in commercial or retail design experience, with restaurant, QSR, or food service experience strongly preferred

• Interpersonal, relationship-building and networking skills with a self-motivated attitude to work.

• Advanced Revit Expertise: Demonstrated hands-on experience with Autodesk Revit and a strong working knowledge of the platform. This includes the ability to modify wall types, place and adjust
• components, perform basic component creation and modeling, and apply or create materials.
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects with tight turnaround times.
• Strong working knowledge of Canadian building codes, accessibility standards, and permitting processes; familiarity with Quebec regulations is an asset.
• Highly organized and self-motivated with the ability to manage workload independently and prioritize effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and engage franchisees professionally.
• Ability to adapt quickly and manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced development environment.
• Language requirements: Fluent in English – French language a plus.

• Insurance Plans (Medical/Life)
• Pension/401K/RSP (country specific)
• Competitive Bonus
• Mobility Allowance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Holidays
• Volunteering time
• And Many More…..

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