Senior Manager, Project Management Global Design Luxury

• Deliver managed and franchised projects on schedule, within budget, and aligned with Marriott Luxury brand standards
• Manage renovation and new development projects from concept through opening, ensuring quality assurance and operational acceptability
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders including Fire Life Safety, MEP, Security, IT, F&B, Asset Management, Legal, Sustainability, and consultant teams
• Represent Marriott International’s interests with owners and developers, building strong relationships and driving preference and repeat business
• Support Development with feasibility reviews of plans and drawings for potential projects
• Provide overall direction to professional design teams regarding design strategy, brand standards, and operational requirements
• Make project-based decisions and act as an innovative problem solver in collaboration with Owners, Brand, Operations, and design teams
• Lead and communicate project and process details during internal and external kick-off meetings
• Support presentations for Continent Design Review and Hotel Development Committee approvals
• Review and comment on design drawings, construction documentation, and specifications to ensure brand compliance and operational alignment
• Review model guestrooms and inspect designs to ensure adherence to brand requirements
• Maintain punch and turnover processes in partnership with Marriott’s Openings Team
• Assess existing properties for conversion opportunities and prepare Property Improvement Plans (PIPs)
• Support renovation projects from scope definition and design brief development through final project sign-off
• Participate in value engineering processes to support budget adherence and project feasibility
• Partner with Global Design Accounting to manage projects within approved budgets
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality, budget, and timeline expectations
• Balance brand standards, guest expectations, owner priorities, and commercial considerations in decision-making
• Develop and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with owners, franchisees, and stakeholders
• Ensure consistent communication, collaboration, and alignment with regional teams and hotel leadership
• Act as a key point of contact throughout project lifecycles to support customer satisfaction and long-term partnerships
• Perform additional duties and special projects assigned by leadership
• Comply with Marriott International Regional Office policies and procedures

• Minimum 5 years of experience in hospitality architecture, design, and/or project management preferred
• Experience managing multiple projects within fast-paced environments
• Strong understanding of hotel design, renovation, and development processes
• Strong understanding of innovation and trends both within and outside the hospitality industry
• Excellent business acumen and commercial awareness
• Strong problem-solving and creative solution skills
• Ability to build strong working relationships across multiple stakeholder groups
• Excellent customer service and negotiation skills
• Strong organizational and time management capabilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to read and interpret architectural, engineering, and mechanical drawings
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with architectural software including Bluebeam, Adobe, and drawing review tools
• Ability to balance brand expectations, guest experience, owner priorities, and operational requirements
• Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Construction Management, or related discipline preferred, or equivalent industry experience
• Architecture, Interior Design, or Project Management accreditation preferred
• High proficiency in English required
• Approximately 60% business travel required
• At the time of application, applicants must have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom

additional language skills preferred