Remote Design Manager – Italy & Europe Hotels

InterContinental Hotels Group; Milano; Remote; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

InterContinental Hotels Group in Milano seeks a Manager Design, Europe to support hotel development projects in Italy and across Europe, coordinating with Development, Engineering and Interior Design to shape brand-aligned solutions from feasibility to handover.

You will lead design activities for new builds, conversions, acquisitions and refurbishments, balancing brand standards with guest experience, ROI and operational efficiency, while guiding vendor teams and owners through deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Architecture, Construction, Project Management or a related discipline.
• Fluent in Italian and English.
• Experience in international branded hotel design, construction or project management.
• Knowledge of architectural design, construction principles and applicable Italian laws and regulations relevant to hotel development.
• Ability to manage multiple project activities from concept through to completion while maintaining quality, programme and commercial discipline.
• Strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with owners, developers, consultants and internal stakeholders.
• Cultural awareness and the ability to work effectively within cross-functional and international teams.
• Project management capability and proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Understanding of FF&E specifications, project expenditure tracking and alignment with owner and business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the regional Development team to assess the viability of projects for management or franchising under an IHG brand, supporting design strategies that contribute to signings and long-term asset performance.
• Work closely with Engineering and Interior Design to develop practical, innovative and brand-aligned design solutions, helping to resolve project challenges effectively.
• Partner with senior Design colleagues to align design initiatives with owner investment objectives, brand vision and project requirements, and support the presentation of design concepts at key stages of the project lifecycle.
• Manage the review of potential hotel projects in line with IHG Brand Standards and design guidelines, covering concept and detailed design, documentation, inspections and pre-opening readiness.
• Support owners throughout the project lifecycle under the Technical Services Agreement, helping to maintain timely progress, clear decisions and effective communication on cost, resources, programme and brand compliance.
• Work closely with Brand Safety, Engineering, Interior Design and wider internal teams on matters affecting new build, conversion and refurbishment projects to maintain consistency in standards and delivery quality.
• Provide market and project feedback to brand teams on emerging trends and recurring challenges to support the ongoing development of brand standards, design guides and requirements.
• Prepare project reports, maintain deliverables schedules and provide accurate updates on progress, risks and compliance with agreed deadlines.
• Identify and support process improvements that enhance quality, efficiency and stakeholder experience.

Skills

Project management

Design leadership

Brand standards

Team collaboration

Cross-functional work

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Architecture, Construction, Project Management or a related discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

InterContinental Hotels Group in Milano seeks a Manager Design, Europe to support hotel development projects in Italy and across Europe, coordinating with Development, Engineering and Interior Design to shape brand-aligned solutions from feasibility to handover.

You will lead design activities for new builds, conversions, acquisitions and refurbishments, balancing brand standards with guest experience, ROI and operational efficiency, while guiding vendor teams and owners through deadlines.