Director, Design Services – Hospitality Projects

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Dubai; On-site; AED 450,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual complimentary Hyatt stays

Friends and family hotel rates

Flexible work arrangements

Learning and development opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Hyatt Hotels Corporation in Dubai seeks a Project Director of Design Services to lead full-service hotel projects across new builds, conversions and renovations. You will manage multidisciplinary teams through planning, design, construction and post-opening review, aligning with Hyatt standards and brand requirements.

You will guide consultants, coordinate with owners and internal teams, and ensure quality and timely delivery while fostering a culture of collaboration across cultures and regions.

Qualifications

• Degree in Architecture or Interior Design from an accredited institution.
• At least 10 years of experience in architectural or interior design with strong project management skills.
• Experience leading internal multidisciplinary teams in hospitality development and managing external consultants.
• Ability to guide complex projects, balance stakeholder priorities and translate design requirements into practical solutions.
• Excellent written and spoken English with strong presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from concept to opening, establishing plans and overseeing budgets.
• Shape early project planning with Development Group and preliminary reviews.
• Bring Hyatt design standards to life by advising on requirements and brand alignment.
• Coordinate with owners, designers, consultants and Hyatt specialists to deliver coordinated solutions.
• Monitor progress, reports and on-site quality, escalating deviations and recommending actions.
• Champion continuous improvement through prototype programs and post-opening follow-up.

Skills

Architecture

Project Leadership

Team Leadership

English Proficiency

Education

Architecture or Interior Design degree

10+ years in hospitality design

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Project

Job description

Hyatt Hotels Corporation in Dubai seeks a Project Director of Design Services to lead full-service hotel projects across new builds, conversions and renovations. You will manage multidisciplinary teams through planning, design, construction and post-opening review, aligning with Hyatt standards and brand requirements.

You will guide consultants, coordinate with owners and internal teams, and ensure quality and timely delivery while fostering a culture of collaboration across cultures and regions.