Aimbridge Corporate - Director Design & Construction

Aimbridge Hospitality LLC; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Design & Construction to lead hotel design and construction projects. This pivotal role involves strategic planning, team leadership, and ensuring project consistency through collaboration with architects and contractors. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management and contract negotiation, with a focus on aligning branding with hotel designs. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and excellence in the hospitality industry, where your leadership will shape the future of hotel development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least 8 years of experience required.
• Extensive experience in related fields or departments is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee hotel design alignment with branding and executive leadership.
• Facilitate interactions between architects and contractors.

Skills

Project Management

Strategic Planning

Team Leadership

Contract Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Aimbridge Corporate - Director Design & Construction Address 5301 Headquarters Drive, Plano, TX, 75024

Job Description

The Director Design & Construction is responsible for all operations associated with the planning of hotel designs or layouts, and the construction of new or remodeled hotels, in partnership with the SVP Design & Construction. Management-level associates are expected to work as much of each workday as is necessary to complete their job responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Typically requires a bachelor's degree and at least 8 years of experience, including some prior management experience.
2. Has extensive experience with the concepts and principles of one or more related fields or departments.
3. Leads and directs the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination.
4. Supervision is often provided through a team of subordinate managers.
5. Contributes to strategic planning, direction, and goal setting for the department or function in collaboration with senior management.
6. Establishes departmental policies, practices, and procedures that have a significant impact on the organization.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Oversees alignment of branding with overall hotel design, in partnership with executive leadership.
2. Facilitates interactions between architects and contractors to ensure project consistency.
3. Defines metrics to be used in the analysis of historical sales trends and the development of sales forecasts; establishes procedures for translating data findings into customized store configurations, models, or mock-ups.
4. Identifies and solicits bids from contractors, negotiates contracts, and monitors construction progress.
5. Provides support to develop the capital budget and tracks project progress.