Marriott's Global Design US & Canada luxury studio needs a Luxury Design Director to manage new build, conversion, and renovation projects for their luxury brands, ensuring extraordinary designs and experiences while maintaining brand standards and fostering strong industry relationships.
Requirements
- Ten or more years’ progressive experience in architecture and/or project management.
- Four or more years’ experience on hospitality projects, preferably in the luxury segment.
- Architectural or Interior Design licensure/accreditation
- Strong project management skills, proven ability to build and maintain strong working relationships.
Responsibilities
- Lead the pre-design, design and construction process from feasibility through to opening on multiple complex luxury new build, conversion and renovation projects.
- Guide external owners and design team consultants with a focus on educating, influencing, and demonstrating the value of achieving on-strategy, exceptional designs and experiences.
- Review architecture and design submittals for quality, function, and brand standards compliance.
- Manage the technical services and project management process and scope within budget.
- Present design work and updates to senior stakeholders for awareness and approvals.
- Maintain accurate and current project reporting in all Marriott and Global Design systems.
- Liaise with owners’ Project Management teams during the construction phase to confirm successful execution of expected quality and scope and adherence to expected opening schedule; resolve or escalate deviations.
Other
- Manage new build, conversion, and renovation projects for all Marriott luxury brands across the United States and Canada.
- Mentor junior team members, engage in the hospitality design industry, seek out innovative design concepts and products, and foster strong relationships in the luxury ownership, consultant, and vendor communities.
- Partner with Development to sell/influence owners/franchisees using Marriott expertise and technical design capabilities to successfully win deals and gain new business opportunities.
- Execute complex feasibility requests working closely with development and ownership teams.
- Create PIP’s (Property Improvement Plans) working closely with all internal and external stakeholders.
- Travel: 20-40%
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Project Management or related discipline.
