Design Manager – Spa & Wellness
ALEC FITOUT
Job description
About the role
We are looking for a detail‑oriented Design Manager to lead Spa & Wellness projects for luxury and ultra‑luxury hospitality developments. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, ensure technical compliance, and drive design excellence from concept through hand‑over.
Key responsibilities
- Lead design development and coordination for Spa & Wellness facilities, covering treatment rooms, wet areas, hammams, saunas, steam rooms, hydrotherapy and vitality pools.
- Manage multidisciplinary coordination between architects, interior designers, MEP consultants, specialist suppliers and construction teams.
- Oversee technical review of specialist systems, thermal cabins, hydrotherapy equipment and related MEP requirements.
- Review shop drawings, technical submittals, RFIs, material selections and construction details.
- Identify design risks and constructability challenges, providing effective resolutions.
- Support site teams during construction, testing, commissioning and hand‑over.
Required profile
- Minimum 10 years of experience in design management or technical design coordination, with at least 5 years dedicated to Spa & Wellness projects.
- Proven experience on high‑end, luxury or ultra‑luxury hospitality developments.
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Engineering or related discipline.
- Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex design integration.
Required skills
- Technical knowledge of thermal cabins, hydrotherapy facilities and specialist wellness equipment.
- Understanding of architectural, structural and MEP interfaces.
- Experience reviewing and coordinating shop drawings, technical submittals and construction details.
- Familiarity with waterproofing, insulation, vapor barriers and high‑end architectural finishes.
What we offer
- Leadership role on landmark luxury Spa & Wellness projects across the region.
- Collaborative, project‑driven environment focused on design excellence and innovation.
- Opportunity to work with leading consultants, specialist suppliers and contractors.
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