Interior Architects-posted 4 months ago
Senior
Los Angeles, CA
501-1,000 employees
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

The Hospitality Project Manager is responsible for the procurement, planning, staffing, coordination, and administration of hotel design and architecture projects. This role requires a deep understanding of hospitality design, project execution, and collaboration with clients, consultants, and internal teams to deliver high-quality hotel environments.

  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the hotel and hospitality sector.
  • Develop strong relationships with hotel developers, operators, and key stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with the Contracts Administrator to prepare and issue proposals/contracts.
  • Lead presentations and pitch meetings for potential hospitality projects.
  • Develop detailed work plans and scopes of work, including assembling the project team, fee structures, and schedules specific to hotel projects.
  • Oversee the full project lifecycle, ensuring adherence to the design concept, brand standards, and client expectations.
  • Manage project profitability, staff utilization, and coordinate with the Finance Team for invoicing and collections.
  • Work closely with the Managing Director(s) and Finance Manager to address profitability, staffing, and accounts receivable concerns.
  • Ensure compliance with local building codes, accessibility regulations, and hotel brand standards.
  • Lead and oversee design development, from conceptualization to execution, ensuring alignment with the client's vision and the hotel's operational needs.
  • Coordinate work performed internally and externally by consultants, ensuring seamless integration of architectural, interior, and engineering elements.
  • Establish and manage the project team, budget, and schedule while ensuring timely completion of deliverables.
  • Monitor contracts and adjust scope based on client requests or additional service requirements.
  • Provide leadership and mentorship to project teams, overseeing productivity and quality of work.
  • Assign tasks and coordinate with Project/Design Managers for optimal team utilization.
  • Deliver constructive feedback and guidance to junior staff.
  • Degree in Architecture or Interior Architecture, with a strong focus on hospitality design.
  • 10+ years of experience managing hotel design and architecture projects at various scales.
  • Professional licensure and/or accreditation preferred (e.g., AIA, NCARB, NCIDQ, LEED, WELL).
  • Proven ability to manage luxury and boutique hotel projects, from concept to completion.
  • Strong client relationship management skills and experience working with hotel operators, developers, and brands.
  • Extensive knowledge of hospitality-focused materials, furnishings, and construction methods.
  • Deep understanding of hotel brand standards, guest experience considerations, and operational efficiency in hotel design.
  • Expertise in building systems, codes, and EMEA-specific hospitality regulations.
  • Strong contract negotiation skills with consultants, vendors, and contractors.
  • Ability to resolve complex contract and administration issues within hospitality design parameters.
  • Advanced MS Office Suite skills.
  • Proficiency in Revit and Adobe Creative Suite for design documentation and presentations.
  • Strong presentation and communication skills, with experience leading client meetings and consultant coordination.
  • Ability to lead and mentor multi-disciplinary teams in a fast-paced hotel design environment.
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