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Principal Project Manager, Design Manager (Airport Lounge)

Capital One Hybrid senior full-time

Salary

$109,900 - $150,500 per year

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Description

We are seeking a Principal Project Manager, Design Manager (Airport Lounge) to join our Airport Design & Construction Team. As a Design Manager, you will be responsible for leading the design management of airport lounge projects, including innovative hospitality concepts, experiences, and branded environments driving execution and timelines.

The ideal candidate will have outstanding communication and partnership skills, with the ability to interact and communicate with multiple parties involved. You will report to the Airport Lounge Design & Construction Program Lead and interact with senior leadership within the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and management of Airport Lounge business development opportunities
  • Lead design pipeline for assigned projects
  • Drive cross-functional projects based on defined priorities
  • Demonstrate outstanding communication and partnership skills
  • Prioritize and manage multiple projects with competing deadlines
  • Leverage problem-solving skills to ensure project plans deliver on intent
  • Conduct regular meetings with the project team and document progress
  • Partner with project customers to provide strategic and tactical thought partnership
  • Forge relationships with key stakeholders to ensure delivery of commitments

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Interior Design
  • At least 5 years of experience in interior design or architecture within the hospitality industry
  • Proficiency in construction drawing, documentation, and oversight
  • Experience in construction administration and on-site project delivery presence
  • Ability to confidently and clearly communicate design ideas to the leadership team and cross-functional stakeholders
  • Understanding of construction means and methods, cost, and milestones

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in Architecture or Interior Design
  • NCIDQ or AIA certification
  • 3+ years of experience managing all phases of interior design from concept through construction administration

Salary: Chicago, IL: $109,900 - $125,400 per year McLean, VA: $120,800 - $137,900 per year New York, NY: $131,800 - $150,500 per year

Benefits: Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial, and other benefits that support your total well-being.

Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • NCIDQ
  • AIA certification
  • Master's degree in Architecture or Interior Design
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