Design Manager at Accor

Accor; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

All Heartists program

Hotel discounts

Accor Academy

Hybrid work

Global career opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Accor in Madrid is seeking a Design Manager to lead hotel design projects across Iberia and beyond. Based in Madrid, you will drive feasibility, concept design, and construction documentation, ensuring brand standards and operational goals are met.

You will collaborate with owners, architects, interior designers, and operators to deliver outstanding hospitality experiences. The role requires 8+ years in hospitality design and project management, fluency in English and Spanish, and proficiency in

Formación

• Degree in Architecture or Interior Design.
• 8+ years in hospitality design and project management, ideally within an international hospitality company.
• Experience managing client relationships throughout design and construction.
• Experience across all project phases from feasibility to hotel opening.
• Proficient in CAD, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign), and 2D/3D design software.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills; able to manage multiple projects.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.

Responsabilidades

• Manage hotel design projects from feasibility through construction and opening.
• Collaborate with owners, architects, interior designers, consultants, and PMs to ensure brand and budget alignment.
• Review layouts, design concepts, technical docs, FF&E specs, and proposals, giving recommendations.
• Prepare design briefs, technical reports, meeting minutes, and client presentations.
• Coordinate with Development, Operations, Marketing, and Technical Services to deliver projects.
• Travel regularly across Iberia and Europe for site visits and pre-opening inspections.

Conocimientos

Architectural design

Project management

Client relations

Cross-functional collaboration

CAD

Adobe InDesign

2D/3D design software

English and Spanish fluency

Educación

Architecture or Interior Design degree

Herramientas

CAD software

Adobe Creative Suite

2D/3D modeling tools

Descripción del empleo

Design Manager at Accor in Madrid, MD, ES

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

Company Description

Join the Accor Group, an ecosystem of over 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations. With us, your personality is valued, your opportunities for growth know no boundaries. Every action you take can have a positive and memorable impact on the experience of our customers, your colleagues, and also, on the planet, contributing to pioneering the art of responsible hospitality. Become a Heartist®, and let your heart guide you into a world where life pulses with passion. #WeAreHeartists To discover the life that awaits you at Accor, visit https://careers.accor.com/

Job Description

Based in Madrid and reporting to the Vice President Design & Technical Services, you will play a key role in shaping the future of Accor's hotel portfolio across Iberia, Greece, Malta, the UK, DACH, and the Nordics. As Design Manager, you will support the delivery of new hotel developments, renovations, and rebranding projects, ensuring every project reflects Accor's brand standards while meeting operational, technical, and commercial objectives. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams and external partners, you will contribute to every stage of the project lifecycle—from feasibility through hotel opening—helping create exceptional hospitality experiences.

What will you do?

Manage hotel design projects from feasibility through construction, pre-opening, and hotel opening. Collaborate with owners, architects, interior designers, consultants, and project managers to ensure projects meet Accor's brand standards, operational requirements, and budget objectives. Review architectural layouts, design concepts, technical documentation, FF&E specifications, and consultants' proposals, providing recommendations throughout each project phase. Prepare design briefs, technical reports, meeting minutes, and project recommendations for clients and internal stakeholders. Work closely with Development, Operations, Marketing, Technical Services, and other internal teams to ensure projects are delivered successfully. Build strong relationships with owners and project teams, acting as a trusted advisor throughout the design and construction process. Stay up to date with hospitality design trends, technological innovations, and Accor brand standards to continuously enhance project quality. Travel regularly across Iberia and other European countries to attend workshops, site visits, sample room reviews, and pre-opening inspections.

Qualifications

We're looking for someone who:

• Holds a degree in Architecture or Interior Design.
• Brings 8+ years of experience in hospitality design and project management, ideally within an international hospitality company.
• Has experience managing client relationships throughout the design and construction process.
• Has worked across all project phases, from feasibility and concept design to construction documentation and hotel opening.
• Demonstrates excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Is proficient in CAD, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign), and 2D/3D design software.
• Builds strong relationships and communicates effectively with internal stakeholders, owners, consultants, and external partners.
• Thrives in an international, fast-paced, and collaborative environment.
• Is fluent in English and Spanish.

What's in there for you?

• Unique opportunity to develop your career with worldwide hospitality leaders.
• Participation in our All Heartists® employee program, offering reduced rates on hotel stays and travel offers.
• Package of benefits and perks of working for Accor, including discounts for hotels worldwide, and much more.
• Work in a multinational and collaborative environment.
• Hybrid way of working.
• Talent development opportunities and access to our Accor Academy learning platform.
• Opportunities to grow within the region or internationally across the Accor network.
• Participate in ESG initiatives and contribute to our ambition to pioneer responsible hospitality.

Ready to make an impact? If you're passionate about design, architecture, and creating inspiring hotel experiences, we'd love to hear from you. Join us and help shape the future of Accor's Economy brands across the Mediterranean & North Africa. #WeAreHeartists #HospitalityIsAWorkOfHeart