• FLEX Senior Manager, Design Management

    Marriott (Bethesda, MD)


    Additional Information

    **Job Number** 25136028

    **Job Category** Global Design

    **Location** Marriott International HQ, 7750 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, Maryland, United States, 20814VIEW ON MAP (https://www.google.com/maps?q=Marriott%20International%20HQ%2C%207750%20Wisconsin%20Avenue%2C%20Bethesda%2C%20Maryland%2C%20United%20States%2C%2020814)

    **Schedule** Full Time

    **Located Remotely?** Y

    **Position Type** Management

     

    This is a temporary position.

     

    The Senior Manager Design New Build plays a key role in bringing brands and experiences to life. This role is a key partner to owners, franchisees, and project teams in providing design guidance and solutions that will maximize impact on hotel performance and guest experience. This role works on conversion and renovation projects across the US & Canada providing Property Improvement Plan (PIP) reports, and technical design reviews to ensure brand integrity and design standards.

    CANDIDATE PROFILE

    Education and Experience

    Required

    Education/Experience:

    • 6+ years’ experience in the design field, preferably in the hospitality design industry

    • An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered

    • Proficient in Microsoft Office, scheduling, project and database management software (e.g., AutoCad, Revit, Bluebeam, Adobe Suite).

    Preferred

    • 4-year degree from an accredited interior design program preferred

    • NCIDQ certificate preferred.

    CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

    • Leads conversion scope site visits and prepares Property Improvement Plans (PIPs).

    • Provides technical reviews of drawings and other submittals for franchised or managed projects to ensure conformance with brand design standards.

    • Manages project communication to owners, franchisees, internal project stakeholders and disciplines.

    • Provides design information, interpretation, and guidance to outside owners and their consultants, as well as internal design and construction staff, for adapting brand standards to specific projects.

    • Influences owners/franchisees through business, design, and brand expertise to gain compliance with brand requirements.

    • Escalates deviations from brand and design requirements to senior leadership for review and approval.

    • Tracks and maintains project data and milestones utilizing a database tool.

    • Communicates and coordinates with internal disciplines to ensure the integration of relevant input in project reviews.

    • Recommends design changes to address customer satisfaction data, operational concerns, brand initiatives, and development strategies.

    • Embraces a mindset of continuous learning and improvement, seeking and adopting new processes, technology, and solutions for highest impact.

     

    Travel 25%

     

    The pay range for this position is $47.30 to $71.88 per hour.

     

    **Washington Applicants Only:** Employees will accrue 0.0334 PTO balance for every hour worked and eligible to receive minimum of 9 holidays annually.

     

    FLEX opportunities 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, 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.

     

    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.

     

    The application deadline for this position is 27 days after the date of this posting, August 20, 2025.

     

    _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._

     

    Marriott International is the world’s largest hotel company, with more brands, more hotels and more opportunities for associates to grow and succeed. **Be** where you can do your best work,​ **begin** your purpose, **belong** to an amazing global​ team, and **become** the best version of you.