Senior Manager - Interior Design Luxury, CALA

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Manager Interior Design provides and manages all aspects of franchised managed or corporate interior design services for new construction renovation and conversion projects across Luxury brands in the Caribbean and Latin America and has a strategic goal focus.

SCOPE

The Senior Manager Interior Design is responsible for multiple Marriott Luxury Brands new-build and renovation projects throughout the CALA region.
Location requirements: Florida Washington D.C. Tri-state area.
Language Requirements: English Spanish (preferred).
Travel Requirements: 40% business travel required.

EXPECTED CONTRIBUTION

Global Design / Interior Design Leadership:
Manages the complete design process and documentation package for interior design of a hotel project commensurate with the hotel brand image of excellence in quality of design and aesthetic appeal gaining the trust and respect of both internal and external customers.
Reviews and comment on interior design drawings and specifications submitted by Interior Design consultants within the time constraints ensuring that the designs are brand compliant and on strategy for all areas of existing and new development hotel projects.
Provide overall direction to professional design teams as to the design strategy of new and acquired properties while establishing brand standards and operational acceptability within reasonable financial constraints.

CANDIDATE PROFILE - KEY TALENTS AND EXPERIENCE DESIRED

REQUIRED:
Minimum 10 years experience in the design field in total preferably in the Luxury hospitality design industry.
Experience with new builds conversions and renovation projects.
Strong background in FF&E selection and specification.
Completed experience in large-scale hotels & resorts project execution.
In-depth knowledge of lodging development design and construction and ability to take a leadership role in the development of site planning due diligence design execution and construction management.

PREFERRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledgeable about innovation & trends both in & outside of industry with a focus upon Luxury design
Strong business acumen
Problem solving & creative solution skills
Ability to build & maintain strong working relationships
Customer service focus
Ability to negotiate and be flexible when appropriate
Strong organizational skills & ability to manage multiple priorities & resources
Expert written & verbal communications skills
Team-oriented
Multi-task oriented
Strong project management skills
Strong presentation skills
Sales orientation
Understands architecture documents and contract documents
Knowledge of FF&E specification software
Proficient in using Microsoft Office scheduling project & database mgmt. software (e.g.: AutoCad Bluebeam Adobe)

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION:
Baccalaureate degree in a relevant field (architecture interior design construction/project management).
Professional accreditation and/or association membership preferred.

Florida Applicants Only: The salary range for this position is $98400 to $149500 annually.

Washington DC Applicants Only: The salary range for this position is $108300 to $164400 annually.

Marriott offers a bonus program comprehensive health care benefits 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match employee stock purchase plan at 15% discount accrued paid time off (including sick leave where applicable) life insurance group disability insurance travel discounts adoption assistance paid parental leave health savings account (except for positions based out of or performed in Hawaii) flexible spending accounts tuition assistance pre-tax commuter benefits other life and work wellness benefits and may include other incentives such as stock awards and deferred compensation plans. Benefits and incentive compensation may be subject to generally applicable eligibility waiting period contribution and other requirements and conditions.

The compensation and benefits information is provided as of the date of this posting. Marriott reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits at any time with or without notice subject to applicable law.

At Marriott International we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture talent and experiences of our are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis including disability veteran status or other basis protected by applicable law.