Hospitality Design Manager: Lead Projects & Mentor Team

Gindesigns, LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

gin design group in Houston, Texas, seeks a Design Manager to lead hospitality interior projects from concept to completion on site. You will guide creative direction, coordinate with clients, architects, artisans, and consultants, and ensure brand standards are met within schedules and budgets.

The role emphasizes mentoring junior designers, developing design presentations, and managing documentation and construction administration.

Qualifications

• 5–8+ years of professional interior design experience in hospitality projects.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Interior Design or Architecture.
• Proven project management with schedules, budgets, and teams.
• Strong CAD and documentation skills across programming through construction documents.
• Experience mentoring designers and coordinating with clients and contractors.
• Knowledge of hospitality standards, finishes, millwork, lighting, and codes.

Responsibilities

• Lead project design from concept through construction documentation.
• Manage schedules, budgets, and milestones across multiple projects.
• Direct client meetings, presenting design concepts and updates.
• Mentor junior designers and coordinate with external consultants.
• Oversee site visits, reviews, and construction administration.

Skills

Project leadership

Team mentorship

Client coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Interior Design or Architecture

Tools

Revit

SketchUp

InDesign

Photoshop

Job description

gin design group in Houston, Texas, seeks a Design Manager to lead hospitality interior projects from concept to completion on site. You will guide creative direction, coordinate with clients, architects, artisans, and consultants, and ensure brand standards are met within schedules and budgets.

The role emphasizes mentoring junior designers, developing design presentations, and managing documentation and construction administration.