Manager-Interior Design

JOB SUMMARY

The Interior Design Manager leads the interior design strategy and execution of multiple Marriot Select Brands new build / conversion projects across managed and franchised hotel projects, ensuring alignment with brand vision, operational requirements, and business objectives. Acts as a design authority, guiding concept development, evaluating design solutions, and influencing key design decisions with ownership groups and their representation. Oversees external consultants to deliver high-quality, innovative, and compliant design outcomes within established budgets and schedules. Serves as a trusted advisor to stakeholders by interpreting and adapting brand standards to diverse project conditions while maintaining brand integrity. Drives project governance, including consultant management, contract oversight, and post-approval change management, and ensures accurate project tracking and reporting.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience

Required

• Minimum 5 years' experience at a design firm for large commercial or hospitality projects.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office, scheduling, project & database mgmt. software (e.g., Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Adobe).
• Travel: 30%

Preferred

• 4-year undergraduate degree in interior design or related discipline.
• NCIDQ Certificate

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

• Manages all aspects of franchised or managed new construction, conversion and the interior design process for adherence to brand standards.
• Provides information, interpretation, and guidance to outside owner's design and construction teams for adapting Brand standards to specific projects.
• Provide design studies, sketch plans, creative talent, and imagination to projects as required.
• Supports internal stakeholders, owners, architects and other consultants to maintain quality, budget, and schedule.
• Delivers presentations to stakeholders across all organizational levels, including senior executives and ownership groups, to secure alignment and approval for proposed recommendations.
• Manages all projects through Oasis platform, providing timely accurate updates to support the business needs.
• Guides and supports the work of project team, while maintaining liaison with all appropriate divisions, departments and owners.
• Assists in the selection and management of interior design consultants., coordinates and implements work and projects as assigned.
• Develops and articulates conceptual design ideas, effectively presenting and selling plans to senior executives and property owners.
• Facilitates effective communication by managing inquiries, directing design-related questions, and ensuring alignment across cross-functional teams.
• Delivers precise, timely, and visually compelling reports and presentations that support design decisions and project milestones.
• Embraces mindset of continuous learning and improvement, seeking and adopting new processes, technology, and solutions for highest impact.
• Recommends design changes to address customer satisfaction data, operational concerns, brand initiatives, and development strategies.
• Develops Property Improvement Plans (PIPs) in partnership with internal stakeholders, ensuring clarity of scope, cost alignment, and brand intent.

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates.  We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

All positions offer a 401(k) plan, stock purchase plan, discounts at Marriott properties, commuter benefits, employee assistance plan, and childcare discounts. Benefits are subject to terms and conditions, which may include rules regarding eligibility, enrollment, waiting period, contribution, benefit limits, election changes, benefit exclusions, and others. Click here to learn more.

Full-time positions also offer coverage for medical, dental, vision, health care flexible spending account, dependent care flexible spending account, life insurance, disability insurance, accident insurance, adoption expense reimbursements, paid parental leave and educational assistance.

Washington Applicants Only: Employees will accrue paid sick leave, 0.077 PTO balance for every hour worked and be eligible to receive a minimum of 9 holidays annually.

Marriott HQ is committed to a hybrid work environment that enables associates to Be connected. Headquarters-based positions are considered hybrid, for candidates within a commuting distance to Bethesda, MD; candidates outside of commuting distance to Bethesda, MD will be considered for Remote positions.