Hyatt · 4 hours ago
Director of Design & Planning, Renovations - Classics and Luxury ( Chicago - Hybrid Opportunity)
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$120K/yr - $150K/yr
9+ years expHyatt Hotels Corporation seeks an enthusiastic Director of Design & Planning, Renovations to join our Classics Design team. In this role, you will be collaborating closely with the broader Design & Construction team to oversee design and approval of renovation projects throughout the Americas region.
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Responsibilities
Lead hotel renovation design projects across the Americas, ensuring brand compliance, ROI, and project alignment
Collaborate with brand leaders and creative directors to evolve and implement brand direction
Translate project insights into brand standards and provide design input for continuous improvement
Serve as primary contact with owners, operators, architects, designers, consultants, and contractors
Guide project teams through design phases, from concept to completion, ensuring adherence to brand standards
Review and approve design submissions, providing timely feedback and direction
Prioritize project goals to balance budget, scope, and client needs
Support and interpret regional/local brand adaptations, while maintaining clarity of brand identity
Track project progress against timelines, budgets, and construction milestones
Mentor and oversee design managers, providing leadership and project guidance
Assist with CapEx planning, reporting, and design data tracking
Qualification
Required
9+ years of experience in architectural or design field, with strong familiarity with all phases of the design & development process
Preferred
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Interior Design/Architecture, or foreign equivalent
Experience with Bluebeam Revu, Adobe Creative Suite, and AutoCAD
Benefits
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
Company
Hyatt
Hyatt is a global hospitality company with widely recognized, industry leading brands and a tradition of innovation.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.45B2025-11-17Post Ipo Debt· $400M
2025-03-17Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2024-11-18Post Ipo Debt· $150M
Leadership Team
Mark Hoplamazian
President & CEO
Peter Sears
Executive VP & Group President - Americas
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