Specialist, Architecture, Design & Construction Turkey

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts; Fatih; On-site; TRY 1,487,000 - 2,480,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel franchising company is seeking a Specialist, Architecture, Design & Construction in Istanbul, Turkey. The role involves assisting with site assessments for hotel projects, ensuring quality design reviews, and managing relationships with business partners. Candidates should possess a degree in Interior Design or Architecture, and fluency in English and Turkish is essential. This full-time position offers a dynamic environment in the hospitality industry.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited institution in a related field.
• Post-qualification experience in a design firm or large commercial business.
• Fluency in English and Turkish is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist AD&C team with architectural site plans and project assessment.
• Work closely with internal teams for hotel joinings.
• Deliver services according to AD&C Technical Service Agreement.

Skills

Problem solving

Clear communication

Conceptual design

Reading architectural drawings

Evaluating information

Reporting and project management

Cultural awareness

Technical skills

Interpersonal skills

Architectural software

Education

Degree in Interior Design, Architecture or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is now seeking a Specialist, Architecture, Design & Construction Turkey to join our team in Istanbul, Turkey.

Job Summary

The successful applicant will be responsible for assisting AD&C team with reviewing less complicated architectural site plans or site assessments for potential franchised or managed new construction and conversion projects resulting in the completion of a Property Report for each proposed hotel opening or refurbishment.

They will work closely with Internal Teams in the process of new hotels joining the WHR systems and will continually report progress internally via Salesforce.

Where appropriate they will assist in delivering and documenting services in accordance with the AD&C Technical Service Agreement (TSA). These services may include, but not be limited to, assisting with design reviews, accompanied meetings and site visits, mock-up room inspections and the referral to AD&C Management for sign-off of completed hotels or refurbishment projects.

In performing their duties the incumbent will be expected to develop strong relationships with Business Partners, external suppliers and consultants whilst protecting WHR’s brands and products. The role will be predominately desk based however will involve some travel throughout Turkey and potentially the MEA / Eastern European regions.

Abilities / Key Competencies / Skills

• Make decisions or solve problems by using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and proposes creative quality solutions.
• Communicate information and ideas clearly and concisely, verbally, in drawings and in writing.
• Conceptual design and freehand sketching ability.
• The ability to read and understand information presented in drawings and architectural sketches or diagrams.
• Evaluate information against a set of standards and criteria.
• Read, interpret and apply laws and regulations, policies and procedures with respect for differences in culture and legislation in different territories.
• Reporting and project management skills of the highest quality.
• The ability to anticipate, course-correct and avoid potential problems or obstacles.
• Excellent oral & written communications skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Good understanding of architectural design, particularly in the hotel industry.
• Good technical and project management skills.
• Computer skills: including experience of architectural software such as AutoCAD, word processing, spreadsheet, database, project planning and scheduling to a professional level of competence.

Experience / Certificates / Education

• Degree in Interior Design , Architecture or related construction or design discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Post-qualification experience at design firm or in-house in large commercial or hospitality business.
• Fluency in English and Turkish essential,
• Additional Russian language is desirable.
• Proven experience in project management and delivery of complex projects and work-streams.
• Experience in a brand led environment

Company Overview:

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is the world’s largest hotel franchising company by the number of properties with approximately 9,200 hotels across over 95 countries on six continents. Through our network of approximately 872,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveler, Wyndham commands a leading presence in the hospitality industry. Headquartered in Parsippany, N.J. with offices around the world in London, Shanghai, Buenos Aires, Dubai and more, Wyndham employs more than 2,000 corporate team members worldwide who are dedicated to the Company’s mission of making hotel travel possible for all. Supporting thousands of franchisees and a growing global portfolio of 24 hotel brands—think household names like Wyndham, La Quinta, Ramada, Days Inn and Super 8—Wyndham team members are a widespread group of individuals with diverse interests and backgrounds. Our unique Count on Me culture, commitment to flexibility and core values of Integrity, Accountability, Inclusivity, Caring and Fun are just part of what continues to make Wyndham an award-winning best place to work.

Job Location: WHG Turkiye,Buyukdere Caddesi, Bahar Sokak, River Plaza D: 48,Istanbul,Istanbul 34394
Employment Status: Full-time

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