Hospitality Design Lead: Concept to Build Venues

Signature Hospitality Group; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Bonus program

Personal development

In-venue induction

Interstate travel

Discounts on food & drink

Job summary

Signature Hospitality Group is seeking a Design Manager to shape creative design solutions for hospitality environments across brands. Based at the Southbank Support Office, you’ll lead venues from concept through construction, balancing bold ideas with brand, budget and operational needs.

With 6+ years in hospitality or experiential design, you’ll translate concepts into buildable solutions, mentor a creative studio, and collaborate with Property, Construction and Operations teams.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive design experience in hospitality, architectural or experiential design.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design or a related field.
• Expertise in concepting, ideation, colour theory, typography and spatial design.
• Strong capabilities in Revit/Autodesk, Adobe Suite and Enscape or similar rendering software.
• Translate design intent into practical, buildable solutions and provide value management options.
• Proven track record of managing ambiguity, juggling multiple projects and collaborating effectively throughout the creative process.
• Excellent communication skills, including facilitating meetings and presenting confidently to senior management.
• A current driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead venue design from concept through to documentation, creating spaces that capture each brand’s personality and deliver memorable guest experiences.
• Produce high-quality drawings, 3D models, renders and presentations using Revit, Adobe Suite and Enscape that clearly communicate design intent.
• Select and specify on-brand materials, finishes, lighting and FF&E that are durable, functional and easy to maintain.
• Review design documentation and conduct site visits to ensure construction meets brand standards, specifications and quality expectations.
• Partner with Property, Construction, Operations and Marketing, as well as consultants, contractors and suppliers, to deliver cohesive venues.
• Develop environmental branding, graphics and signage across our venues, and mentor junior team members within a creative studio culture.

Skills

Design experience

Concepting

Ideation

Color theory

Typography

Spatial design

Communication

Team collaboration

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Architecture or Interior Design

Tools

Revit/Autodesk

Adobe Suite

Enscape

Job description

Signature Hospitality Group is seeking a Design Manager to shape creative design solutions for hospitality environments across brands. Based at the Southbank Support Office, you’ll lead venues from concept through construction, balancing bold ideas with brand, budget and operational needs.

With 6+ years in hospitality or experiential design, you’ll translate concepts into buildable solutions, mentor a creative studio, and collaborate with Property, Construction and Operations teams.