Design Manager

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Job Description For Design Manager

JOB SUMMARY

An exceptional story is a foundation of good design. We curate the design of Marriott's Brands by combining storytelling with the essence of our Brands. Candidates should be able to combine a creative mindset with strategic thinking and can engage with owners/project managers, multiple disciplines, and internal stakeholders. The primary focus of the position is our Non-Luxury Brands, and their respective variances (residences, resorts, etc). Other brands may be required based on market conditions and workload drivers. At the project level, a successful Manager of Interior Design provides design guidance via daily participation in the project processes and via formal reviews through the lens of each brand and ensures that design standards are adhered to both programmatically and for quality. Candidates will work on both franchised and managed deals with internal and external stakeholders fostering relationships that permit great solutions. Work occurs in an atmosphere of collaboration where the expectation is to add value to create great product. This is a unique opportunity to position yourself throughout the CALA Region. .

EXPECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
• Intermittently functions as project manager, guiding work of team, while coordinating with architects, contractors and other stakeholders to ensure projects are completed timely.
• Participates in establishing direction of brand design, ensuring elements align with brand standards and aesthetic.
• Selects, trains, and manages interior design consultants as necessary.
• Develops and maintains liaison with all appropriate divisions, departments, and owners.
• Monitors the interior design project budget, managing schedules and resources effectively while maintaining quality standards.
• Serves as content leader on projects, providing updates internally, utilizing company tools and systems to track and report status.
• Develops and articulates conceptual design ideas, effectively presenting and selling plans to senior executives and property owners.
• Stays updated with the latest trends and technologies to develop and incorporate innovative concepts and solutions to designs.
• Gathers and provides field input to product development group.
• Travel anticipated: 25%-35% CANDIDATE PROFILE Key Skills/Requirements:
• Knowledgeable about innovation & trends both in & outside of industry
• Strong business acumen
• Problem solving & creative solution skills
• Ability to build strong working relationships
• Customer service skills
• Ability to negotiate and be flexible when appropriate
• Strong organizational skills
• Strategic thinking relative to the business
• Strong written & verbal communications skills
• Strong project management skills.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, engineering and mechanical drawings
• Knowledge of FF&E specifications
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office, scheduling, project & database mgmt. software (e.g., Microsoft Project, AutoCad, Bluebeam, Adobe).

Education/Experience:
• 4-year degree in Architecture or related design discipline preferred
• Minimum 5 years progressive experience in architecture at a design firm for large commercial or hospitality projects.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Interior Design license preferred.
• Minimum requirement of 2 years in the Hospitality sector.
• Bi literate in English/Spanish is required, Portuguese speaking a plus

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.

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