"Alerted.org

Responsibilities include managing all on-site PIP renovation / conversion design and construction activities to ensure compliance or non-compliance with franchise License Agreement, including conformance with any associated PIP, Plan Review and FF&E submittals, and brand standards, including life safety and ADA requirements. Provide design, construction expertise and assistance to IHG franchisees and their assigned design team members through all phases of their PIP projects, including working out design / construction solutions as project field conditions arise, thus ensuring timely and successful completion of projects while promoting Great Hotels Guests Love.

May lead and review the work of less experienced staff by providing mentoring, technical guidance and/or training in daily activities. From time to time provide feedback to management and brand on product related issues / recommendations for improvements.

Your day to day

+ Property Improvement Plan (PIP) projects – Conduct PIP renovation inspections and product assessments using the Brand Master Plan PIP Strategy for existing and conversion hotels seeking IHG franchise licensing or re-licensing. Perform comprehensive property walkthroughs to evaluate design relevance, product condition, and compliance with brand standards, life safety requirements, and building codes. Develop detailed PIP narrative documents outlining renovation requirements to improve GuestView scores and revenue performance. Lead onsite design reviews and manage PIP execution with ownership throughout a 12–24 month renovation period to ensure timely completion and full compliance with approved plans, brand standards, and codes.

+ Conversion projects – Conduct multiple progress visits, referencing Plan Review documents and correspondence, for hotels entering the IHG system through the New Hotel Opening Program (NHOP). Meet with ownership during renovations to set project expectations, assess readiness, resolve field issues, and ensure compliance with PIP and Plan requirements, brand and life safety standards, building codes, and ADA.

+ Proactively partner with the mid-scale Development team and owners prior to Franchise Approval Committee (FAC) review to align on scope, design issues, and renovation timelines, improving FAC approval success and timely license execution for new builds and PIP conversions.

+ Serve as the first‑level PIP appeal contact for waiver and timeline extension requests, negotiating scope and completion schedules. Assess project progress and recommend PIP default for non‑compliant or delayed hotels when necessary, while developing viable strategies to bring properties into timely PIP compliance.

+ Consult with franchisees, design professionals and hotel owners to assist in the development of construction schedules for Property Improvement Plan (PIP) hotel projects. Review site plans to ensure compliance with applicable laws, company regulations and brand standards, and comment on required changes or improvements to such plans.

+ Effectively manage an assigned territory by evaluating and tracking progress all ongoing PIP project field activities, prepare written reports and/or summaries for management as needed.

+ As part of the License Agreement documentation trail, provide timely written follow-up (reports, letters and emails) associated with all site visits and other forms of communication or agreements with Licensee and their assign representatives.

+ Owner Relations – Build strong franchisee/owner relationships by providing reasonable support, addressing design, construction, and PIP waiver requests, and offering practical design solutions, including recommending qualified design professionals when needed.

What we need from you

+ Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Design, Construction Management, or a relevant field of work, or an equivalent combination of education and work related experience. NCIDQ, AIA or ASID certifications preferred. CAD training and familiarity with CAD systems also preferred.

+ 5 to 7+ years progressive work-related experience in design and/or architecture, with demonstrated technical proficiency related to the position. Previous experience in the hotel industry or similar desired. Project Management skills.

+ Project management experience in organizing, planning and executing complex, large-scale projects from conception through implementation.

+ Communicate effectively—verbally and in writing—with PCs, architects, designers, and contractors, clearly conveying project requirements. Prepare thorough plan reviews that clearly document Brand standards and life safety requirements in response to project submittals.

+ Demonstrate knowledge of brand standards and full understanding of the differences in the various brand standards; a clear understanding of ADA requirements and Company Life Safety Requirements.

+ Ability to read architectural, mechanical, plumbing, sprinkler, and electrical drawings, and produce comprehensive technical PIP renovation documents incorporated into franchise License Agreements. Stay current on construction trends, codes, and design through ongoing professional education.

+ Demonstrate ability to effectively prioritize project details and manage time usage to track active renovation, conversion and new development properties, and to determine if plans have been submitted in a timely manner.

**Travel** – 75%

Location** – Remote: **Candidate must reside in a major US city near a major airport. Preference for one of the following locations: Texas; Portland, OR, Seattle, WA, Denver, CO or Atlanta, GA.

**The salary range for this role is $74,000.00 to $105,000.00** . This role is also eligible for bonus pay (as applicable). We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401K, and other benefits to employees.

\#LI-YM1

At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we work together to deliver True Hospitality for Good on a global scale. With corporate offices and over 6,000 hotel destinations worldwide, a career at IHG is the perfect way to broaden your horizons. You’ll experience our unique culture and brilliant colleagues who will support and inspire you. With a host of corporate opportunities to choose from, wherever you are on your career journey, and whatever you want to achieve there’s Room for You at IHG.

Over recent years, we’ve transformed our company. We have bold ambitions to drive performance and maintain our relentless focus on growth in order to be the hotel company of choice that guests & owners love.

We are a hospitality business at our core and value connections and being together helps us foster a unique sense of belonging that also supports productivity. That’s why here at IHG, we give our colleagues flexibility and balance – working in a hybrid way, blending office and remote working collectively. We recognise that every role is different, that’s why leaders work with teams to determine how and when they collaborate.

We provide a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life. These include impressive room discounts across our many properties, recharge days and volunteering days throughout the year. Through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace. We offer a unique and inclusive culture, where there is always Room for You to belong, grow and make a difference.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable laws. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.

**Important information** :

+ The salary range listed is the lowest to highest pay scale we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.

+ No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until it is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or other form of compensation allocable to a particular employee remain in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

+ If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process, please click here .

+ IHG does not accept applications, inquiries, or unsolicited CVs/resumes from staffing or recruiting agencies. Please click here for our agency policy.

+ If you are a resident of or applying to a job opening in the State of Washington, please click here to read about applicable benefits.

At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individual's, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.