Design Manager, Americas

The Opportunity

We are looking for a passionate design professional to join the Hyatt Lifestyle Group based at our New York City Lifestyle Creative Hub. Join our dynamic Lifestyle team and help shape the future of hospitality design. In this role, you will support creative development and project execution across Hyatt’s lifestyle portfolio to deliver on our promise of distinctive, high-performing hospitality.

Who We Are

At Hyatt, our ambition is bold : to be the most responsive, most innovative, and best-performing company in hospitality. Within that vision, The Lifestyle Group stands apart—anchored in design that resonates, cultural relevance that inspires, and guest experiences that cannot be found anywhere else.

The Lifestyle Group is more than a collection of hotels—it’s a movement within hospitality. We are building an organization that is more agile, more accountable, and more inspiring, anchored by our commitment to colleagues, guests, and owners alike. Here, you’ll help write the next chapter of hospitality—one defined by cultural relevance, brand integrity, and transformative experiences.

Why Now?

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.

How We Care for Our People

Our purpose sets us apart—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

Work-life benefits including well-being initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace subscription

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

Who You Are

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 Well-being. You enjoy working with others, are results-driven, and are looking for a variety of opportunities to develop personally and professionally.

The Role

The ideal candidate will bring a blend of design sensibility, organizational acumen, and strong collaboration skills to assist in the creative development and coordination of hotel projects from concept through execution.

Key Responsibilities

Champion brand design by ensuring alignment with Hyatt’s lifestyle DNA and aspirations.

Collaborate with the Department and Business Development Team to prepare program and blocking diagrams for new projects.

Represent the Lifestyle team in project kick-offs, design workshops, and consultant meetings.

Maintain brand design standards, toolkits, and style guides for internal and external partners.

Support the broader Design Department and its leadership by aiding in project management efforts, coordinating with project consultants, and handling tasks such as drafting, design development, and creating presentations to ensure effective project communication.

Assist in preparing scopes of work, RFPs, project schedules, and pitch decks for new builds or renovations.

Contribute to the development of design presentations, mood boards, materials palettes, and project narratives.

Manage internal project timelines and milestones; coordinate with other departments (e.g., business development, marketing, nightlife) to meet deadlines.

Ensure proactive and professional communication across all project touchpoints.

Maintain accurate reporting and documentation of active, pending, and completed projects.

Organize and manage the flow of new project information for global team accessibility.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Professional degree in Architecture or Interior Design.

Minimum 6+ years of post-graduate experience in architecture and interiors; hospitality experience preferred.

Strong understanding of construction and design documentation.

Excellent space planning and organizational skills.

Experience managing presentations, design proposals, renovations, and / or construction projects.

Creative drive with attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Flexibility to shift focus while maintaining progress on multiple assignments.

Ability to manage long-term and short-term projects simultaneously.

Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Suite, and other design tools.

Strong communication and presentation skills.

Willingness to travel nationally and internationally as needed.

Ability to effectively communicate creative concepts.

Positive attitude and enjoyment of creative challenges.

Preferred Attributes

Passion for hospitality, lifestyle, and experiential design.

Curiosity and initiative in exploring design innovation, sustainability, and wellness.

Familiarity with project coordination processes and documentation.

Collaborative, enthusiastic team player with a solution-oriented mindset.

The salary range for this position is $100,510 - $111,090.

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 local minimum wage rate

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.

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.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status