Senior Manager Design Management, Select & Midscale Europe

• Deliver franchised and managed projects on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with Marriott brand standards
• Manage renovation, conversion, and new development projects from concept through completion, ensuring quality assurance and operational acceptability
• Represent Marriott International's interests with owners and developers, building strong relationships and supporting long-term portfolio growth
• Support Development teams with feasibility reviews of plans and drawings for potential projects
• Provide direction to design teams regarding brand standards, operational requirements, and project objectives
• Act as an innovative problem solver, balancing owner expectations, brand requirements, and operational needs
• Lead project kick-off meetings and communicate project scope, timelines, and requirements to stakeholders
• Collaborate with owners, consultants, and internal teams to prepare presentations for Continent Design Review approvals
• Review design documentation, construction drawings, and specifications to ensure compliance with brand standards and project objectives
• Conduct model guestroom reviews and site inspections to validate design execution and quality standards
• Manage punch-list and turnover processes in partnership with Marriott's Openings teams
• Assess existing properties for conversion opportunities and develop Property Improvement Plans (PIPs)
• Support renovation projects through design brief development, detailed reviews, and final project approvals
• Participate in value engineering initiatives to maintain project feasibility while protecting brand integrity and guest experience
• Partner with Global Design Accounting to manage projects within approved budgets
• Monitor multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring adherence to budget, schedule, and quality expectations
• Balance owner priorities, brand standards, guest expectations, and commercial considerations throughout project delivery
• Develop and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with owners, franchisees, consultants, and internal stakeholders
• Foster collaboration across Development, Brand, Operations, and regional leadership teams
• Serve as a key point of contact throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring clear communication and stakeholder alignment
• Support owner satisfaction through proactive engagement and effective issue resolution

• Minimum 7 years of professional experience, preferably within the hospitality industry
• Experience managing design, renovation, conversion, or development projects across multiple properties
• Experience working with hotel operators, ownership groups, or hospitality development organizations preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Construction Management, or a related discipline required, or equivalent industry experience
• Master's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or Project Management preferred
• Professional architecture, interior design, or project management accreditation preferred
• Strong understanding of hospitality design, development, and renovation processes
• Knowledge of industry innovation and emerging trends
• Strong business acumen and commercial awareness
• Excellent problem-solving and creative thinking skills
• Ability to build strong working relationships across diverse stakeholder groups
• Strong customer service orientation and stakeholder management capabilities
• Effective negotiation and influencing skills
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, engineering, and mechanical drawings
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with design software such as Bluebeam, Adobe, and CAD viewing platforms
• Ability to balance guest experience, owner expectations, brand standards, and financial considerations when making decisions
• High proficiency in English required
• Fluency in Polish

Additional eastern European language skills