Senior Associate, Global Cruise Design

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Caribbean Group in Miami seeks a Sr. Associate, Architectural and Design to lead architectural work for newbuilds, revitalizations or refurbishments. You will guide design, review drawings with external firms, and propose innovative solutions in collaboration with senior leadership.

The role requires strong design credentials, large-project experience, and travel up to 15%. You will ensure brand and design standards are applied, contribute to cost control, and provide project reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design or Architecture; cruise ship experience preferred.
• 5+ years design industry experience; 2+ years managing large projects.
• Knowledge of brand and design standards; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure design intent is clear and aligns with brand voice.
• Apply brand and drawing standards across projects and reviews.
• Coordinate with sponsors/clients; attend meetings and provide recommendations.
• Support shop drawing reviews, yard coordination, and inspections.
• Stay current on industry trends and drive collaborative solutions.

Skills

AutoCAD

Excel

PowerPoint

Photoshop

SketchUp

Microsoft Project

Education

Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Excel

Job description

Royal Caribbean Group in Miami seeks a Sr. Associate, Architectural and Design to lead architectural work for newbuilds, revitalizations or refurbishments. You will guide design, review drawings with external firms, and propose innovative solutions in collaboration with senior leadership.

The role requires strong design credentials, large-project experience, and travel up to 15%. You will ensure brand and design standards are applied, contribute to cost control, and provide project reporting.