NRO Implementation Specialist

Chipotle•Columbus, OH

22h•Onsite

About The Position

As an Implementation Specialist, you will directly support a region in delivering New Restaurant Openings (NROs). Implementation Specialists are key members of the Development Center of Excellence (COE). Implementation Specialists contribute to Chipotle’s Development Plan by supporting the Design and Construction functions in their respective regions from Site Assessment Request to Grand Opening during the Development process.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
3-5+ years of Construction, Design, Development, and/or Project Management experience.
Be able to work independently.
Strong people and negotiation skills.
Ability to develop/maintain collaborative relationships with Development peers.
Ability to develop positive relationships at all levels of the organization.
Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Be able to collaborate with Real Estate, Design, Construction, and Operations peers.
Be able to research and compile information relative to new design elements.
Be able to work within a fast-paced and high-growth environment.
Proficiency in applicable project management programs (including Microsoft Office Suite).
Light travel required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) from 4-year college or university preferred.

Responsibilities

Drive execution of new restaurant openings by partnering cross-functionally to align on key milestones, proactively identify risks, and influence teams to deliver against critical timelines.
Develop and manage project cost estimates, financial projections, and equipment procurement, ensuring all required equipment is ordered and delivered on time to support construction schedules.
Collaborate with Design and Construction teams to actively manage project timelines, mitigate risks, and minimize delays related to materials, utilities, and other critical path dependencies.
Lead cross-functional project reviews with internal teams and external partners, driving accountability to milestones, surfacing risks, and ensuring alignment to regional performance goals.
Analyze project performance trends (e.g., opening timelines, construction start milestones, delay drivers) and translate insights into actionable recommendations to improve speed and consistency of delivery.
Identify, address, and escalate systemic issues impacting development timelines; lead or support the implementation of process improvements and track effectiveness over time.
Act as a key connector across Real Estate, Design, Construction, and vendor partners, ensuring seamless handoffs and continuity throughout the development lifecycle.
Influence stakeholders at multiple levels, including leadership, by providing clear visibility into project health, risks, and opportunities to improve outcomes.
Contribute directly to project execution, including participation in site visits and key milestone discussions, to ensure high-quality restaurant openings.