Design Manager — Luxury Hospitality Design

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Chicago, IL is seeking a Design Manager with a strong track record in high-end hospitality design to lead complex projects from concept through completion. You will collaborate with project management, brand teams, architects, and artisans to ensure design integrity, budget control, and timely delivery while driving sophisticated millwork and FF&E coordination.

The role requires 10+ years of experience, a professional degree in Interior Design or Architecture,

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Interior Design or Architecture required.
• 10+ years of high-end hospitality design experience.
• Expert knowledge of FF&E procurement, budgeting and installation coordination.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with project management, brand, architects and stakeholders to maintain design schedules.
• Navigate complex design details including millwork, finishes, bespoke furniture and installation sequences.
• Monitor and control FF&E budgets, provide cost analysis and value engineering input.
• Develop concepts that reflect brand standards and elevate guest experience in luxury settings.
• Coordinate with vendors and consultants to ensure design vision and operational requirements.

Skills

Design leadership

High-end hospitality design

Project coordination

Budget management

Communication

Millwork detailing

Education

Professional degree in Interior Design or Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

InDesign

Job description

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Chicago, IL is seeking a Design Manager with a strong track record in high-end hospitality design to lead complex projects from concept through completion. You will collaborate with project management, brand teams, architects, and artisans to ensure design integrity, budget control, and timely delivery while driving sophisticated millwork and FF&E coordination.

The role requires 10+ years of experience, a professional degree in Interior Design or Architecture,