This role is based at one of our corporate offices in McLean, VA, New York, NY or Remote
This is your chance to be part of an in-house Architecture, Design & Construction team that delivers exceptional properties that delight our guests, reward our partners, and reflect the unique cultures of their geographical locations!
Lifestyle hotels are shaped by more than great design, they capture the character of their destinations, create meaningful connections and deliver experiences guests want to return to. This is an opportunity for a commercially astute, design-literate hospitality project leader to help bring these distinctive hotels to life across North America as part of Hilton's in-house Architecture, Design & Construction (AD&C) team.
As Director, Architecture Design & Construction - Lifestyle, reporting to the Senior Director of Architecture, Design & Construction – Lifestyle, you will shape Hilton's next generation of Lifestyle hotels across North America. You will lead projects from early vision through opening, working with owners, developers, Brand and consultants to elevate design and delivery.
You will bring strong project management experience, Lifestyle expertise across hospitality, design and F&B, and the confidence to lead and influence. Success requires urgency and a proactive mindset: anticipating challenges, removing obstacles and getting things done.
What you'll do during a typical day:
- Provide technical and construction leadership across all development phases.
- Review design and construction documents for alignment with Hilton requirements and project ambitions.
- Influence decisions to strengthen design, brand expression, operational performance and commercial value.
- Conduct site inspections, identify risks and drive prompt resolution.
- Champion Lifestyle experiences informed by design, F&B, and cultural trends.
- Travel 40–50% for owner meetings, design reviews, site inspections and openings across North America.
How you'll collaborate with others:
- Strengthen an inclusive, high-performing AD&C culture by sharing knowledge, supporting colleagues and raising the bar.
- Build long-term trust with owners, positioning Hilton as a strategic partner of choice.
- Partner with Development to support growth and secure the right projects.
- Translate Brand vision into culturally relevant and commercially successful hotels.
- Partner with AD&C Design to elevate design quality, guest experience and food and beverage.
- Unite internal teams around shared priorities, driving decisions and successful openings.
Projects you'll take ownership of:
- Take full ownership of developments, conversions, adaptive-reuse projects and brand changes, serving as Hilton's project lead from pre-signing through opening.
- Establish project vision, delivery strategy, milestones and accountabilities.
- Oversee design and construction, balancing Brand vision, operational efficiency and commercial priorities.
- Guide value engineering without compromising design quality or guest experience.
- Anticipate risks, remove obstacles and drive decisions with urgency.
- Maintain disciplined, accurate reporting of forecast starts, openings, milestones and risks.
- Drive consistent communication and hold internal and external teams accountable for actions, timelines and quality.
- Continuously elevate delivery and the finished product, creating distinctive Lifestyle hotels that perform for guests, owners and Hilton.
You have these minimum qualifications:
- BA/BS/Bachelor'sDegree in Architecture, Engineering, Design, Construction or a related field
- Seven (7) years of proven experience managing development projects, including design, construction or renovations.
- Seven (7) years of experience reading and interpreting construction documents, including architectural and engineering plans.
- Design, construction or renovation experience in hospitality, particularly Lifestyle-branded hotels
- Willing to travel up to 40 - 50%
It would be useful if you have:
- Professional licenses or certifications such as Architect, Engineer, Interior Designer (NCIDQ) or Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Excellent presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex ideas into clear, compelling narratives for senior leaders.
- Proficiency with AI tools, with the ability to use AI effectively to enhance productivity, communication, presentations and project delivery.
- Experience with Bluebeam.
How We'll Help You Thrive
At Hilton, the hospitality we're known for doesn't end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members' wellbeing, supporting you through all of life's moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including*:
- Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
- Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
- Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
- Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
- Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
- Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous paid time off (PTO) – Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most
- Health & welfare benefits – From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered
- Financial security for your future – Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what's next
*Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member's location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.
Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits package to support their mental and physical well-being, so they can Thrive personally and professionally. The pay range for this role is $110,000 – $145,000 and is determined based on applicable and specialized experience and location. Subject to plan terms and conditions, you will be eligible to participate in the Hilton Annual Incentive (Bonus) Plan, and the Company's long-term incentive plan, consistent with other team members at the same level and/or position within the Company.
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About UsSkills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Design, Construction, or a related field
- Seven years of experience managing development projects, including design, construction, or renovations
- Seven years of experience reading and interpreting construction documents, including architectural and engineering plans
- Design, construction, or renovation experience in hospitality, particularly Lifestyle-branded hotels
- Willingness to travel up to 40–50%
- Professional license or certification such as Architect, Engineer, NCIDQ Interior Designer, or PMP
- Excellent presentation skills and ability to communicate complex ideas to senior leaders
- Proficiency with AI tools
- Experience with Bluebeam
Hilton Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Go Hilton provides heavily discounted hotel stays for team members and extends access to family and friends, with up to 110 discounted nights and rates as low as $40 in some cases. Additional wellbeing resources include an Employee Assistance Program, mental-health support, caregiving resources, and programs like Thrive and sabbaticals.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) is offered with a company match of 100% on the first 3% of eligible pay plus 50% on the next 2%. This structure provides meaningful employer support for long‑term savings.
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Parental & Family Support — New parents receive 4 weeks of fully paid parental leave, with birthing parents receiving an additional 8 weeks for a total of 12 weeks. Support extends to adoption assistance up to $10,000 per eligible child and resources for caregiving.
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Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 22 world-class brands comprising nearly 7,300 properties and more than 1.1 million rooms, in 123 countries and territories. Dedicated to fulfilling its founding vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality, Hilton has welcomed more than 3 billion guests in its more than 100-year history, earned a top spot on Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For list and been recognized as a global leader on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for six consecutive years. Hilton has introduced several industry-leading technology enhancements to improve the guest experience, including Digital Key Share, automated complimentary room upgrades and the ability to book confirmed connecting rooms. Through the award-winning guest loyalty program Hilton Honors, the more than 165 million members who book directly with Hilton can earn Points for hotel stays and experiences money can't buy. With the free Hilton Honors app, guests can book their stay, select their room, check in, unlock their door with a Digital Key and check out, all from their smartphone. Visit stories.hilton.com for more information, and connect with Hilton on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.
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