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Director, Interior Design - Luxury

Marriott International HQ
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JOB SUMMARY
 
The Global Design US & Canada luxury studio is a team of passionate storytellers, designers, and architects who bring our luxury brands to life through extraordinary designs and experiences. On this team, you will work on premier destinations and best-in-class luxury hospitality brands alongside creative professionals committed to excellence.

We are seeking an experienced Luxury Interior Design Director to lead the interior design process for new build, conversion, and renovation projects for all Marriott luxury brands across the United States and Canada, with a focus on Edition Hotels Globally. In this role, you will be deeply engaged in all facets of our luxury hospitality projects, including development support, design reviews, quality control, owner relations, consultant relations, internal coordination, construction observation, opening support, and ongoing renovation design management. You will also 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.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience

Required
•    10 or more years progressive experience in design, preferably in the hospitality design industry.
•    4-year degree from an accredited university in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or related discipline.

Preferred
•    Five or more years of experience in luxury design.
•    Interior Design licensure/accreditation 
•    Advanced degree in relevant discipline. 
    

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

•    Lead the interior design process for Luxury brand hotel and branded residences projects from feasibility through to opening on multiple complex new build, conversion, and renovation projects in coordination with the Luxury Creative Directors. 
•    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 design submittals for quality, function, and brand standards compliance.
•    Manage the technical services and project management process and scope within budget. Continually assess and seek process improvement for effectiveness and maximum impact. 
•    Present design work and updates to senior stakeholders for awareness and approvals.
•    Act as point-of-contact for owners and franchisees, advising and providing updates regarding brand and design standards and initiatives.
•    Maintain accurate and current project reporting in all Marriott and Global Design systems. 
•    Partner with Development to sell/influence owners/franchisees using Marriott expertise and technical design capabilities to successfully win deals and gain new business opportunities. 
•    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. 
•    Create Property Improvement Plans (PIPs) working closely with all internal and external stakeholders.
•    Partner with Brand & Global Design Strategies to guide innovative and cost-effective solutions to drive business needs in support of strategic growth goals, while also ensuring design integrity standards and incorporating lessons learned.
•    Mentor and guide junior team members, providing support and expertise to foster their professional growth.
•    Travel: approximately 30%

 

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.

All positions offer a 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, discounts at Marriott properties, commuter benefits, employee assistance plan, and childcare discounts.  Benefits are subject to terms and conditions, which may include rules regarding eligibility, enrollment, waiting period, contribution, benefit limits, election changes, benefit exclusions, and others. Click here to learn more.

Full-time positions also offer coverage for medical, dental, vision, health care flexible spending account, dependent care flexible spending account, life insurance, disability insurance, accident insurance, adoption expense reimbursements, paid parental leave and educational assistance. 

Washington Applicants Only: Employees will accrue paid sick leave, 0.077 PTO balance for every hour worked and be eligible to receive a minimum of 9 holidays annually.

Marriott HQ is committed to a hybrid work environment that enables associates to Be connected.  Headquarters-based positions are considered hybrid, for candidates within a commuting distance to Bethesda, MD; candidates outside of commuting distance to Bethesda, MD will be considered for Remote positions.

Marriott International is the world’s largest hotel company, with more brands, more hotels and more opportunities for associates to grow and succeed. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global​ team, and become the best version of you.