Director Design & Construction

Job Summary

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.

Responsibilities

QUALIFICATIONS:

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

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversees alignment of branding with overall hotel design in partnership with executive leadership.
• Facilitates interactions between architects and contractors to ensure project consistency.
• 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.
• Identifies and solicits bids from contractors negotiates contracts and monitors construction progress.
• Provides support to develop the capital budget and tracks project progress.

Property Details

Aimbridge Hospitality is a leading, global hospitality company with a growing hotel portfolio representing more than 1,500 properties in 50 states and 23 countries. As a top hospitality employer, we are a great place to unlock your future, providing unparalleled opportunities for you to reach places in your career you might have never imagined were possible - more opportunities to help create memorable experiences, ways to succeed, and great people to inspire you. Aimbridge Hospitality is based in Plano, TX, with additional corporate offices in Atlanta, Calgary, Fargo, Puerto Rico, San Clemente, and Washington D.C. Aimbridge EMEA has offices in Birmingham and Glasgow, UK, and Amsterdam, the Netherlands; Aimbridge LatAm has offices in Monterrey, Mexico.

Company Overview

As the global leader in third-party hotel management, our growing portfolio represents over 1,550 hotels in all 50 states and 22 countries, from top international lodging brands to luxury hotels, destination resorts and lifestyle hotels. Our associates around the globe are passionate about serving our guests and driving exceptional results, and thrive in a culture where everyone is inspired to be the best. Join a world of possibility with Aimbridge Hospitality.

Benefits

After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following:

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• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401k Retirement Plan