Senior Project Manager

The Gettys Group • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

The Senior Project Manager (SPM) will lead the design, coordination, and execution of hospitality interior design projects from concept through completion. This role requires exceptional leadership skills, deep knowledge of hospitality design standards, and the ability to balance creative vision with technical precision, budget discipline, and client expectations. This position requires strong leadership skills, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for delivering outstanding design solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or related field (NCIDQ certification preferred).
• 10+ years of professional interior design experience with a minimum of 5 years in a project management role, ideally in hospitality.
• Proven experience managing luxury and/or branded hotel projects from concept through installation.
• Strong knowledge of hospitality design trends, operational requirements, and brand standards.
• Expertise in project budgeting, scheduling, and contract administration.
• Proficiency AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and Deltek Vantagepoint (preferred).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel for site visits, client meetings, and installations as required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary client contact and project lead on multiple hospitality projects, ensuring design excellence and successful delivery.
• Define project scope, schedule, and budget in collaboration with leadership and clients.
• Facilitate all phases of design: concept, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration.
• Guide and inspire the project team, providing clear creative direction while ensuring adherence to brand and operational requirements.
• Collaborate with internal teams, external consultants, vendors, and contractors to achieve project goals.
• Oversee selection and specification of FF&E, finishes, and materials aligned with the design intent and budget.
• Ensure quality and accuracy of drawings, schedules, and specifications.
• Manage project budgets, monitor costs, and identify value-engineering opportunities when needed.
• Track and maintain project schedules, anticipating and resolving potential delays.
• Lead client presentations and progress meetings.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring repeat business and positive referrals.
• Coordinate with hotel brand representatives to ensure compliance with brand standards.
• Mentor junior designers and project managers, fostering a collaborative, high-performance studio culture.
• Share best practices and support the growth of The Gettys Group’s design process and reputation.

Benefits

• Quality healthcare plan available on the first of the month following 60-days of employment
• Company paid basic Life insurance, as well as short and long-term disability
• Paid time off plus 14 paid holidays, flex-Friday scheduling in the summer months
• 401k match after 1-year
• Dog-friendly office setting
• Remote Fridays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees