Director, Architecture & Design - Luxury Brands

Director of Architecture & Design - Luxury BrandsJob DescriptionOur Architecture & Design Department delivers truly exceptional properties that delight our guests, reward our partners, and reflect the unique cultures of their geographical locations. With design and construction professionals across 16 locations, we have the advantages of a global presence as well as the benefits of local resources, skills, and expertise.What will I be doing?

Read the overview of this opportunity to understand what skills, including and relevant soft skills and software package proficiencies, are required.You will support the Senior Director of Design, Luxury Brands who oversees the luxury Brands and the Senior Vice President, Global Design Services with strategic portfolio growth initiatives among developing Luxury & Lifestyle Brands.You will focus on the elevation of Luxury Brand design through successful project deliveries within these respective Luxury Brand portfolios. The Design Director will be responsible for supporting GDS Luxury Team colleagues, collaborating with A&C, Brand, Operations (includes F&B, Spa / Fitness / Wellness, MEP, IT, etc.), Development, and Technical Services teams for new LXR Brand and CAPEX initiatives for the estates. The Director will manage LXR specific new development and due diligence acquisition / PIP efforts, in addition to long range planning for CAPEX initiatives, all while building new and maintaining current CAPEX tools, GDS Design Initiatives, Brand Narratives and Design & Construction Standards. The Design Director will be responsible for North American Region (USA & Canada) Luxury Brand projects which are critical for Design, Brand, Operations and Technical assessments to achieve GDS approvals for projects being conversions, renovations and new construction.As the Design Director, you will work proactively and collaboratively with both internal and third party business partners such as Owners, Operators (both Corporate and Franchise), Developers, and Design and Technical consultants to promote our benefited approach relative to programming, planning and operational efficiencies. The Design Director will provide strategic recommendations to improve the inherent value of the hotel asset through elevated design, product quality and timely delivery, being mindful of Owner budgets and schedules. These objectives should be seen as part of ongoing training for continued professional development. GDS Initiatives and project specific work will require moderate business travel.More specifically, you will : Project Evaluations, PIP Development & Design : Drive Luxury Brand alignment, including program, budget, planning and design due diligence initiatives, providing mentorship to our key partners including internal Brand, Operations and Development teams, in concert with third party owners, architects, design and technical consultants.GDS Direct Support / CAPEX Planning & Execution : Drive the evolution and maintenance of the Operations CAPEX planning initiative and all respective Luxury CAPEX projects, Luxury Brand Design Narratives, D&C Standards, Key Brand Attributes, specific design initiatives, communication tools, etc.Document Review / Process & Project Management : Independently review and assess properties and project documents, including design presentations, FF&E and GC drawings and / or specification submittals for compliance with GDS and Brand standards.Project and Document Tracking : Receive digital and hard copy submittals and manage the process of accurate log maintenance, design review, safe record storage on or off site and potential return to owners and design consultants.Presentation Support : Assist with presentation preparations to senior executives and outside constituencies.What are we looking for?We believe the success in this role will demonstrate itself through the following attributes and skills : Ability to successfully communicate in both oral and written forms and graphically by developing diagrams and documenting reviews (e.g. Bluebeam, loose hand sketches, etc.)Interpersonal communicators and networkers who will positively influence partners to communicate effectively at all levels and who can share relevant information in a clear, professional and concise mannerCollaborative and organized teammate who can build positive relationships and trust with direct reports and the greater teamStrong project management, organizational, communication and collaborative skills, including the ability to handle details through to completion, ensure project objectives are met and projects are successfully delivered in a Luxury commensurate, quality mannerWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; (Outlook, Excel, Word and Power Point)Minimum Qualifications : To fulfill this role successfully, you must possess the following minimum qualifications and experience : BA / BS Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or Interior ArchitectureTen (10) years of experience working within the Hospitality Design Industry within the Luxury sectorExperience working with Bluebeam and Adobe Suite (Acrobat Pro, Photoshop, inDesign, Illustrator)Experience and detailed knowledge with Luxury caliber hotel and resort architecture, interior design, and FF&E technical specification writing and evaluationsGeneral knowledge of accessibility, building codes and technical requirements as it relates to hospitality architecture and design industryAbility to travel 40%Preferred Qualifications : Fifteen (15) years of experience working in the Hospitality Design Industry, and within the Luxury sector; experience would ideally include hotel, corporate and / or owner positionsCurrent Licensed ArchitectCurrent Registered Interior DesignerEOE / AA / Disabled / VeteransQualified professionals please forward resume along with compensation requirements to Robert Martin - Engineering Group Manager rmartin@pailingroup.com

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