Hospitality Studio Leader: Design & Delivery

NELSON Worldwide, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

NELSON Worldwide, LLC is seeking a Studio Leader for our Hospitality Practice in Chicago. The role oversees studio operations, leads the design process, coordinates with clients and consultants, and ensures successful project delivery from design through construction.

The candidate will mentor team members, manage budgets and staffing, and maintain high standards of quality and client satisfaction across multiple projects within the studio.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Deltek Vantagepoint software.
• Strong MS Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Understanding of financial management concepts and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Organize and prioritize tasks to meet timeframes.
• Lead by example and foster a positive studio environment.
• Communicate effectively with clients, consultants and contractors.
• Provide talent development and performance feedback.
• Oversee staffing and project lead performance and workloads.
• Ensure QA/QC adherence to Nelson protocol and deliverables.
• Support project budgets, proposals, and profitability.

Skills

Deltek Vantagepoint

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Financial management

Leadership

Communication (verbal & written)

Project coordination

Permitting knowledge

Sustainability standards (LEED/Well/E/

Job description

NELSON Worldwide, LLC is seeking a Studio Leader for our Hospitality Practice in Chicago. The role oversees studio operations, leads the design process, coordinates with clients and consultants, and ensures successful project delivery from design through construction.

The candidate will mentor team members, manage budgets and staffing, and maintain high standards of quality and client satisfaction across multiple projects within the studio.