Hyatt Corporate Office, Chicago

The Opportunity

Hyatt seeks an enthusiastic Director of Design and Construction to join our new Hyatt Studios group consisting of cross-functional field professionals who love what they do. In this role, you will be collaborating closely with the broader Franchise Organization team where you’ll be instrumental in continuing to make Hyatt a leading hospitality company. You will be part of a team passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion, committed to nurturing curiosity and new skills and building connections with stakeholders, colleagues, and guests across the organization.

Who We Are

At Hyatt, we believe in the power of belonging and creating a culture of care, where our colleagues become family. Since 1957, our colleagues and guests have been at the heart of our business and helped Hyatt become one of the world's best and fastest-growing hospitality brands. Our transformative growth and the addition of new hotels, brands, and business lines can open the door for exciting career and growth opportunities for our colleagues.

As we continue to grow, we never lose sight of what’s most important: People. We turn trips into journeys, encounters into experiences, and jobs into careers.

Why Now?

This is an exciting time to be at Hyatt. We are growing rapidly and are looking for passionate changemakers to be a part of our journey. The hospitality industry is resilient and continues to offer dynamic opportunities for upward mobility, and Hyatt is no exception.

How We Care for Our People

Our purpose sets us apart—to care for people so they can be their best. Every business decision is made through the lens of our purpose, and it informs how we have and will continue to support each other as members of the Hyatt family. Our care for our colleagues is the key to our success. We’re proud to have earned a place on Fortune’s prestigious 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for the last ten years. This recognition is a testament to how our Hyatt family continues to come together to care for one another, our commitment to a culture of inclusivity, empathy, and respect, and making sure everyone feels like they belong.

We’re proud to offer exceptional corporate benefits which include:

•Annual allotment of free hotel stays at Hyatt hotels globally

•Flexible work schedules

•Work-life benefits including well-being 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

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Our success is underpinned by our diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture and we are committed to diversity across the board—from whom we hire and develop, the organizations we support, and whom we buy from and work with.

Being part of Hyatt means always having space to be you. Our global teams are a mosaic of cultures, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities, and identities. We constantly strive to reflect the world we care for with teams that achieve and grow together. To learn more about our commitments to DE&I, please visit the Why Hyatt section of the Hyatt career page.

Who You Are

As our ideal candidate, you understand the power and purpose of our Culture of Care and embody our core values of Empathy, Inclusion, Integrity, Experimentation, Respect, and Well-being. You enjoy working with others, are results-driven, and seek various opportunities to develop personally and professionally.

The Role

The Director of Design & Construction will oversee assigned hotel projects as the brand expert for Hyatt. Using established standards and guidelines to advise owners and consultants through active listening and thoughtful communication. Additionally, this team member will influence and carry out forward-thinking initiatives and evolving brand updates relating to the role's responsibilities.

•Lead project reviews and dialogue to assist architects, contractors, and other outside consultants throughout the design & construction process.

•Be fully knowledgeable and conversant on Hyatt's established brand components, design documents, and technical standards.

•Ensure adherence to standards is met in all phases of the project cycle through hotel opening.

•Liaise and interface with the hotel project team in a collaborative, team-focused manner.

•Conduct strategic and valuable site visits both in person and virtually to oversee the construction process and guide projects successfully.

•Help determine in collaboration with internal development teams appropriate opportunities, boundaries, and flexibility for projects to be successful.

•Be knowledgeable and continue to learn about best practices, industry standards, and new products as they relate to hotel design & construction.

•Assist in revising, maintaining, and evolving prototypical documentation, standards, and processes.

•Work in a cross-functional manner with internal teams to understand managed and franchised hotel design and operations holistically.

Qualifications

Experience Required:

•10+ years with long tenure working for or with hotel brands focusing on design and/or construction.

•Bachelor’s degree in architecture, construction management, engineering, interior architecture, or related field required.

Experience Preferred:

•Construction certifications and/or architecture license.

•Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Blubeam Revu, Autodesk AutoCAD, Smartsheet.

Additional Comments:

•Ability to travel throughout the Americas approximately 20-30%.

•Must understand architectural drawings/specifications and have familiarity with ADA/IBC regulations.

•Knowledge of various building types, MEP systems, construction planning processes, and cost methods.

•Management, people leadership, or mentor experience is valued.

The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all-encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.

We welcome you:

Research shows that women, people of color, and other historically excluded groups, tend to apply to jobs, only if they meet all the listed job qualifications. Unsure if you check every box, but feeling inspired to enhance your career? Apply. We’d love to consider your unique experiences and how you could make Hyatt even better.