Vice President Design & Technical Services MEAIT
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About the Role
Ennismore is a global collective of entrepreneurial and founder-built hospitality brands, creating some of the world's most exciting hotels, restaurants, res.
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Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of Hotel Consultancy Services Agreements and Technical Services Agreements across multiple development projects throughout the region
- Manage the regional Design & Technical Services team, departmental budget and P&L performance
- Partner with Global Brand Design, F&B, Wellness and other specialist teams to bring each brand's vision to life
- Develop comprehensive project briefs including spatial planning, programming, design direction and overall guest experience concepts
- Review and optimise layouts and space planning for both new build and refurbishment projects
- Recommend, evaluate and approve external design consultants and project partners
- Guide and influence design outcomes across architecture, interior design and related disciplines
- Coordinate the integration of Ennismore standards, specifications and technical requirements
- Support development teams with feasibility reviews, area scheduling, budgeting, property improvement plans and design presentations
- Review and approve design documentation throughout the project lifecycle
- Lead mock up review and approval processes
- Support projects through construction, testing, commissioning, defect inspections and final handover ahead of opening
Requirements
- Minimum 10 years experience in a senior role managing D&TS team at luxury level for International hospitality operators specializing in Hospitality Project Design/Construction
- Proven Experience in Full End to End Project Design Delivery along with understanding of high end Food & Beverage delivery sequence & wellness high level knowledge
- Masters or Bachelor's degree in architecture or Engineering related field
- Experience in dealing with Owners, Operators, International and Local Design & Technical Consultants
- Experience with Project Management, Drafting Software and Design Review Software packages preferred
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Company Description
- Ennismore is a global collective of entrepreneurial and founder built hospitality brands, creating some of the world's most exciting hotels, restaurants, resorts and lifestyle destinations. As part of Accor, Ennismore combines the agility of a lifestyle company with the scale and strength of a globa
Job Description
- As VP, Design & Technical Services MEAIT, you will lead the design and technical development of our growing portfolio across the Middle East, Africa, India and Turkey, ensuring every project reflects the unique vision, creativity and operational excellence that define Ennismore.
What You'll Do
- Lead the delivery of Hotel Consultancy Services Agreements (HCSA) and Technical Services Agreements (TSA) across multiple development projects throughout the region.
- Manage the regional Design & Technical Services team, departmental budget and P&L performance.
- Partner with Global Brand Design, F&B, Wellness and other specialist teams to bring each brand's vision to life.
- Develop comprehensive project briefs, including spatial planning, programming, design direction and overall guest experience concepts.
- Review and optimise layouts and space planning for both new build and refurbishment projects to maximise operational efficiency and guest experience.
- Recommend, evaluate and approve external design consultants and project partners.
- Guide and influence design outcomes across architecture, interior design and related disciplines.
- Coordinate the integration of Ennismore standards, specifications and technical requirements, including construction, MEP, OS&E and specialist equipment.
- Support development teams with feasibility reviews, area scheduling, budgeting, property improvement plans and design presentations.
- Review and approve design documentation throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring alignment with brand, operational and technical standards.
- Lead mock up review and approval processes, providing recommendations on materials, workmanship and construction quality.
- Support projects through construction, testing, commissioning, defect inspections and final handover ahead of opening.
Qualifications
- Minimum 10 years experience in a senior role managing D&TS team at luxury level for International hospitality operators specializing in Hospitality Project Design /Construction
- Proven Experience in Full End to End Project Design Delivery along with understanding of high end Food & Beverage delivery sequence & wellness high level knowledge.
- Masters or Bachelor's degree in architecture or Engineering related field
- Experience in dealing with Owners, Operators, International and Local Design & Technical Consultants
- Experience with Project Management, Drafting Software and Design Review Software packages preferred
What's in it for you
- The opportunity to join an innovative, fast growing, international group that's committed to not just building new hotels but building a global brand.
- The chance to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding.
- Become part of a team that's very passionate about creating great hospitality experiences and exploring new locations at every opportunity.
- A competitive package and plenty of opportunity for development.
About Accor
- We are much more than a world leader. We are 240,000 hoteliers with the same shared passion for welcoming.
- We take care of millions of guests in our 4,100 addresses and on our digital platforms.
- Our brands include Raffles, Fairmont, Sofitel, MGallery, Grand Mercure, Pullman, Swissôtel, Novotel, Suite Novotel, Mercure, Thalassa sea & spa, Adagio, ibis, ibis Styles, ibis budget, HotelF1.
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