Project Director Interior Design (m/f/d) at Hyatt Regional Offices

at Hyatt Hotels & Resorts
Published September 19, 2024
Location Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Category Chefs / F&B / Housekeeping / Hospitality  
Job Type Full-time  
Responsibilities Provide design guidance and ensure compliance with Hyatt Standards Responsible for the review of Mock Up Rooms, developing the report and ensuring the prototype room incorporates all required changes  Review drawings, plans, specifications, and material samples for the entire hotel to ensure that the approved interior designs have been incorporated and provide advice on specifications for interior furnishings and fixtures  Research and maintain a database of new interior design products, FF&E, materials and suppliers Collaborate with Hyatt Design Services group to ensure brand initiatives are developed and implemented fit with the guidelines Research and pre-qualify, and maintain a database of Interior Design Firms specializing in hospitality projects Assist Project Directors as required for development of Prototype Area Programs (PAP) maximizing efficiencies and implementation into preliminary Architectural Reviews  Demonstrate a commitment to Hyatt core values
Industry Hospitality

Description

About the Company:

Hyatt Hotels & Resorts, a global hospitality company founded in 1957 by Jay Pritzker, is renowned for its commitment to personalized service and high-quality guest experiences. Headquartered in Chicago, Hyatt's diverse portfolio includes over 1,000 properties across more than 60 countries, featuring luxury, lifestyle, and resort brands such as Park Hyatt, Andaz, Grand Hyatt, and Hyatt Regency. Known for their innovative approach, Hyatt hotels prioritize wellness, sustainability, and local cultural integration, offering guests unique and immersive experiences. With a strong focus on community engagement and responsible business practices, Hyatt continues to be a leader in the global hospitality industry, providing exceptional stays that cater to both business and leisure travelers.

At Hyatt, there’s a home for every stage of your career.

We nurture curiosity, helping you to learn new skills that support your personal and professional development. Chart your own journey by venturing into new roles, different brands and international opportunities. Here, doors are meant to be opened and horizons expanded.

 

Job Summary: For the Design Services team based in EAME, we are looking for a Project Director Interior Design. In this role, you will be responsible for the execution and delivery of Hyatt Design Standards and Brand Experience for all Hyatt brands. This is a highly collaborative role, functioning across multiple disciplines. You will support the management of multi-national, multi-disciplined project teams by supervising the planning, design and operational review of all aspects of the Interior Design of hotels across all Hyatt brands including Full and Select Service, new build, take-over/conversions, franchise hotels and renovations. You will be responsible for leading the Interior Design throughout all phases of the projects.

This role can be based in Zurich, Paris, Palma, Dubai, London or Mainz and will report to the RVP Design Services.

 

Requirements:

  • Multiple years of Interior Design experience working on Hospitality Projects
  • Degree or Diploma in Architecture / Interior Design
  • Proficiency with AutoCAD, Adobe and Microsoft Office
  • Experience of working with respect for local cultures
  • Ability to flex and adapt solutions to changing needs and environment
  • Ability to travel internationally at least 50% of the time

 

Responsibilities:

  • Provide design guidance and ensure compliance with Hyatt Standards
  • Responsible for the review of Mock Up Rooms, developing the report and ensuring the prototype room incorporates all required changes
  • Review drawings, plans, specifications, and material samples for the entire hotel to ensure that the approved interior designs have been incorporated and provide advice on specifications for interior furnishings and fixtures
  • Research and maintain a database of new interior design products, FF&E, materials and suppliers
  • Collaborate with Hyatt Design Services group to ensure brand initiatives are developed and implemented fit with the guidelines
  • Research and pre-qualify, and maintain a database of Interior Design Firms specializing in hospitality projects
  • Assist Project Directors as required for development of Prototype Area Programs (PAP) maximizing efficiencies and implementation into preliminary Architectural Reviews
  • Demonstrate a commitment to Hyatt core values

Required Skills:

Required Education: Bachelor's Degree or Diploma

Work Hours: 8 Hours a Day

Experience in Months: 24

 

At Hyatt, we open doors, we welcome you and we care. With that we offer a great range of benefits, including

  •  Long term career growth opportunities
  •  12 complimentary nights (per year) in other Hyatt properties around the world as well as colleague rates and discounts
  •  Hybrid Working/Homeoffice
  •  And a company that truly cares

 

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