Senior Manager Architecture & Engineering

Overview

The Senior Manager, Architecture & Engineering leads architectural and design execution for new store development, ensuring alignment with prototype standards, rollout schedules, and cross‑functional requirements. This role partners closely with Real Estate, Construction, Legal, and Format teams to deliver scalable, compliant, and cost‑effective store designs.

This position reports into the Sprouts Store Support Office in Phoenix, AZ.

• Provide oversight of Architecture Project Managers (APMs) and the Design Team to support the projected new store rollout plan, inclusive of schedule and cost
• Coordinate with Real Estate, Construction, and Legal during the pre‑design phase, including evaluation of site conditions and Lease Outline Drawing (LOD)
• Communicate requests for due diligence and ensure alignment with Format on required feasibility plans; support coordination with landlord teams
• Enforce the Fixture Planning Process and ensure conformance with approved prototype and design standards
• Facilitate approval and escalation of non‑standard design conditions to the Format Team as required
• Support Real Estate and Legal with Exhibit C template language related to utilities, design standards, and prototype references, including site‑specific adjustments
• Perform final review and approval of lease exhibits and signage packages, escalating issues when necessary
• Oversee external architects and engineers, including onboarding and workload assignment
• Maintain accountability for design budgets on a per‑project basis and approve consultant task orders
• Facilitate prototype changes through change errata, field directives, and implementation matrices

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field required
• Professional licensure (Registered Architect or Professional Engineer) preferred
• 8–12+ years of experience in retail, grocery, or multi‑site commercial development
• Demonstrated experience managing prototype‑driven programs and large‑scale store rollouts
• Strong working knowledge of fixture planning, signage, lease exhibits, and design standards
• Proven ability to manage consultants, contracts, schedules, and project‑level budgets
• Excellent cross‑functional communication skills with the ability to escalate and resolve issues effectively
• Experience working in fast‑paced, growth‑oriented construction or development organizations

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience:
  • Within the real estate organization of a retailer or similar organization, or
  • Within a professional design/architecture firm, with demonstrated experience on retail or similar projects
• Able to manage multiple priorities to adhere to tight timelines in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to effectively manage third‑party professional partner teams and collaborate with internal stakeholder teams to achieve desired results
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Blue Beam Revu (or similar redlining tools); working knowledge of AutoCAD a plus
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills required - Ability to communicate with Developers, Real Estate, and Construction personnel through hand sketches, computer‑assisted mark‑ups or AutoCAD to translate design principles into unique and varied store locations
• Highly knowledgeable of industry trends (furniture and finishes), building codes, including ADA and compliance issues
• An energetic multitasker who can balance priorities while constantly paying attention to detail
• A strong problem solver and decision maker, even in an autonomous work environment

• Competitive pay
• Sick time plan that you can use to support you or your immediate family's health
• Vacation accrual plan
• Opportunities for career growth
• 15% discount for you and one other family member in your household on all purchases made at Sprouts
• Flexible schedules
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(K) Retirement savings plan with a generous company match
• Company paid life insurance
• Contests and appreciation events throughout the year full of prizes, food and fun!

• Eligibility requirements may apply for the following benefits:
• Bonus based on company…