Hilton
Hilton
Hilton is an international hospitality and travel company operating and franchising hotels and resorts across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific. Its work spans accommodation, guest experiences, and related hospitality services, with career opportunities across hotel operations, corporate functions, and student and early-career programs. Hilton’s employer resources cover roles in multiple locations and are supported in several languages, making the company relevant to candidates exploring careers in global lodging and guest services.

Director of Architecture, Design and Construction – Lifestyle Hotels

Lead Hilton’s Lifestyle hotel architecture, design, and construction portfolio from initial vision through opening. Coordinate owners, developers, consultants, and internal teams across North America.

Description

  • Lead technical and construction activities throughout every stage of hotel development
  • Evaluate architectural and construction documentation against Hilton standards and project objectives
  • Shape decisions that improve design character, brand expression, operational results, and commercial value
  • Inspect project sites, assess emerging risks, and ensure issues are resolved quickly
  • Promote Lifestyle hotel experiences shaped by design, food and beverage, and cultural trends
  • Develop enduring owner relationships and reinforce Hilton’s role as a strategic partner
  • Collaborate with Development to support portfolio growth and identify suitable opportunities
  • Convert Brand vision into hotels that are culturally relevant and commercially effective
  • Work with AD&C Design to improve design standards, guest experience, and food and beverage offerings
  • Direct new developments, conversions, adaptive reuse, and brand change projects from pre-signing through opening
  • Define the project vision, delivery approach, milestones, and ownership expectations
  • Manage design and construction while balancing Brand vision, operational effectiveness, and commercial goals
  • Lead value-engineering efforts while protecting design standards and guest experience
  • Identify risks early, clear barriers, and accelerate critical decisions
  • Keep forecasts for starts, openings, milestones, and risks accurate and current
  • Maintain clear communication and ensure internal and external teams meet commitments for timing, actions, and quality
  • Travel throughout North America for owner discussions, design evaluations, site inspections, and hotel openings

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, design, construction, or a related discipline
  • At least seven years of demonstrated experience managing development projects involving design, construction, or renovations
  • At least seven years of experience reviewing and interpreting construction documents, including architectural and engineering plans
  • Hospitality experience in design, construction, or renovation, especially with Lifestyle-branded hotels
  • Ability to travel up to 40–50%
  • Professional licensure or credentials such as Architect, Engineer, NCIDQ Interior Designer, or PMP are beneficial
  • Strong presentation ability and skill in turning complex concepts into clear, persuasive narratives for senior leadership
  • Proficiency using AI tools
  • Experience with Bluebeam

Benefits

  • Up to 110 nights of discounted travel through the Go Hilton program, with room rates starting as low as $40 per night
  • Employee stock purchase plan offering Hilton shares at a 15% discount
  • Paid parental leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
  • Personalized concierge assistance for caregiving needs
  • Crisis Concierge support
  • Free counseling and assistance through the Employee Assistance Program for eligible Team Members
  • Generous paid time off
  • Health and welfare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Retirement plans
  • Hilton Annual Incentive Bonus Plan
  • Company long-term incentive plan

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