Director, Interior Design - Luxury

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 reputed company Luxury Interior Design Director to reputed company the interior design process for new build, conversion, and renovation projects for reputed company reputed company luxury brands across the United States and Canada, with a focus on Edition Hotels Globally. In this role, you will be deeply engaged in reputed company facets of our luxury hospitality projects, including development support, design reviews, quality control, reputed company 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 reputed company discipline.

Preferred

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

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

• reputed company the interior design process for Luxury brand hotel and branded residences projects from feasibility through to opening on multiple reputed company 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 reputed company 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 reputed company-of-contact for owners and franchisees, advising and providing updates regarding brand and design standards and initiatives.
• Maintain accurate and reputed company project reporting in reputed company reputed company and Global Design systems.
• Partner with Development to sell/influence owners/franchisees using reputed company expertise and technical design capabilities to successfully win deals and reputed company 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 reputed company 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 reputed company standards and incorporating lessons learned.
• Mentor and guide junior team members, providing support and expertise to foster their professional growth.
• Travel: approximately 30%

reputed company is an equal opportunity employer. We reputed company 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. reputed company positions offer a 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, discounts at reputed company 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. reputed company HQ is committed to a hybrid work environment that enables associates to Be connected. Headquarters-based positions are considered hybrid, for candidates reputed company a commuting distance to Bethesda, MD; candidates reputed company of commuting distance to Bethesda, MD will be considered for Remote positions. reputed company 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,​ reputed company your purpose, belong to an amazing global​ team, and become the best version of you. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job