Senior Manager, Interior Design

Posting Date Mar 06, 2018
Job Number 18000KQS
Job Category Global Design
Location Marriott International HQ, Bethesda, Maryland
Brand Corporate
Schedule Full-time
Relocation? No
Position Type Management

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Marriott International is the world’s largest hotel company, with more brands, more hotels and more opportunities for associates to grow and succeed.  We believe a great career is a journey of discovery and exploration.  So, we ask, where will your journey take you?

Provides and manages all aspects of franchised, managed or corporate interior design services for new construction, renovation and conversion projects for Lifestyle hotel brands.  Has a strategic goal focus.

• Manages the complete design process and documentation package for interior design of a hotel project brand image of excellence in quality of design and aesthetic appeal. 
• Responsible to review and authorize payment for work orders.
• Solicits proposals, negotiates contracts and monitors performance.
• Makes recommendations for development or improvement of processes.
• Reviews and approves mock-up rooms.
• Performs final implementation (punch list) review to ensure compliance with brand concepts and standards.
• Conducts and leads onsite reviews, surveys and meetings with Operations and Owners.
• Assists Design Director in managing project budget, schedule and personnel requirements.
• Represents the division, both internally and externally, in interior design issues.
• Mentors design team members to facilitate professional growth.

Key Skills/Requirements:

• Minimum 8 years experience in the design field, preferably in the hospitality design industry
• Knowledgeable about innovation & trends both in & outside of industry
• 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., Microsoft Project, AutoCad, Bluebeam, Adobe)

• 4-year degree from an accredited interior design program preferred, or equivalent work experience within the industry 
• NCIDQ certificate preferred.