Design & Construction Director, Essentials

Design & Construction Director

Hyatt Hotels Corporation seeks an enthusiastic Design & Construction Director to join our Essentials Portfolio team. In this role, you will be collaborating closely with the broader Franchise Organization team where you'll be instrumental in continuing to make Hyatt a leading hospitality company. You'll be part of an organization that is passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion, is committed to nurturing curiosity and new skills, and building connections across the organization with stakeholders, colleagues, and guests.

At Hyatt, we believe in the power of belonging and creating a culture of care, where our colleagues become family. Since 1957, our colleagues and our guests have been at the heart of our business and helped Hyatt become one of the best, and fastest growing hospitality brands in the world. Our transformative growth and the addition of new hotels, brands and business lines can open the door for exciting career and growth opportunities to our colleagues.

As we continue to grow, we never lose sight of what's most important : People. We turn trips into journeys, encounters into experiences and jobs into careers.

This is an exciting time to be at Hyatt. We are growing rapidly and are looking for passionate changemakers to be a part of our journey. The hospitality industry is resilient and continues to offer dynamic opportunities for upward mobility, and Hyatt is no exception.

What sets us apart is our purpose-to care for people so they can be their best. Every business decision is made through the lens of our purpose, and it informs how we have and will continue to support each other as members of the Hyatt family. Our care for our colleagues is the key to our success. We're proud to have earned a place on Fortune's prestigious 100 Best Companies to Work For list for the last ten years. This recognition is a testament to the tremendous way our Hyatt family continues to come together to care for one another, our commitment to a culture of inclusivity, empathy and respect, and making sure everyone feels like they belong.

We're proud to offer exceptional corporate benefits which include :

Annual allotment of free hotel stays at Hyatt hotels globally

Flexible work schedule

Work-life benefits including wellbeing initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace subscription, and a discount at the on-site fitness center

A global family assistance policy with paid time off following the birth or adoption of a child as well as financial assistance for adoption

Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match

As our ideal candidate, you understand the power and purpose of our culture of care, and embody our core values of Empathy, Inclusion, Integrity, Experimentation, Respect and Wellbeing. You enjoy working with others, are results driven and are looking for a variety of opportunities to develop personally and professionally.

The Director of Design & Construction will oversee assigned hotel projects as the brand expert for Hyatt. Using established standards and guidelines to advise owners and consultants through active listening and thoughtful communication. Additionally, this team member will influence and carry out forward thinking initiatives and evolving brand updates relating to the role's responsibilities.

Lead project reviews and dialogue to assist architects, contractors, and other outside consultants throughout the design & construction process.

Be fully knowledgeable and conversant on Hyatt's established brand components, design documents and technical standards.

Ensure adherence of standards are met in all phases of the project cycle through hotel opening.

Liaise and interface with hotel project team in a collaborative, team-focused manner.

Conduct strategic and valuable site visits both in person and virtually to oversee the construction process and guide projects successfully.

Help determine in collaboration with internal development teams appropriate opportunities, boundaries, and flexibility for projects to be successful.

Be knowledgeable and continue to learn about best practices, industry standards and new products as it relates to hotel design & construction.

Assist in revising, maintaining, and evolving prototypical documentation, standards, and processes.

Work in a cross-functional manner with internal teams to understand managed and franchised hotel design and operations holistically.

Experience Required :

10 years with long tenure working for or with hotel brands focusing on design and / or construction.

Bachelor's degree in architecture, construction management, engineering, interior architecture or related field required.

Experience Preferred :

Construction certifications and / or architecture license.

Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Blubeam Revu, Autodesk AutoCAD, Smartsheet

Ability to travel throughout the Americas approximately 30-40%.

Must understand architectural drawings / specifications and have familiarity with ADA / IBC regulations.

Knowledge of various building @types, MEP systems, construction planning processes and cost methods.

Management, people leadership or mentor experience is valued.

The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and / or assigned as necessary.

We welcome you :

Research shows that individuals tend to apply to jobs, only if they meet all the listed job qualifications. Unsure if you check every box, but feeling inspired to enhance your career? Apply. We'd love to consider your unique experiences and how you could make Hyatt even better.

The salary range for this position is $108,500 to $145,000. This position is also eligible to earn incentive awards and an annual bonus. The final pay rate / salary offered to the successful candidate will depend on experience, skill level and other qualifications for the role, as well as the location of the performance of work. Pay for the successful candidate will meet local requirements, including the minimum local wage rate.

We value our relationships with recruitment partners and require that agencies contact us first before submitting any candidates. Hyatt will not be responsible for any fees and obligations associated with unsolicited submissions unless a formal agreement is in place.

Primary Location : US-IL-Chicago

Organization : Hyatt Corporate

Pay Basis : Yearly

Job Level : Full-time

Job : Architecture / Design / Technical Services

Req ID : CHI014982

Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.