Sunday River Resort
Senior Design Manager
Sunday River Resort - Petoskey, Michigan, United States, 49770
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Boyne Resorts is an independent, family-owned company with a 75-year legacy of creating transformative outdoor lifestyle experiences. As a "company of resorts" rather than a "resort company," we honor the unique identity of each property while sharing a commitment to excellence through our L.E.A.D.S. values framework: L**Long-term Thinking E**Excellence in Execution A**Attitude is Everything D**Develop Great People S**Serve First
Position Summary: Senior Design Manager - Michigan/East Coast Properties
The
Overview
Boyne Resorts is an independent, family-owned company with a 75-year legacy of creating transformative outdoor lifestyle experiences. As a "company of resorts" rather than a "resort company," we honor the unique identity of each property while sharing a commitment to excellence through our L.E.A.D.S. values framework:
L**Long-term Thinking E**Excellence in Execution A**Attitude is Everything D**Develop Great People S**Serve First
Position Summary: Senior Design Manager - Michigan/East Coast Properties
The
Senior Design Manager
executes hands-on design projects across Boyne's eastern resort properties, primarily based in Northern Michigan. You'll manage real renovation projects - from refreshing hotel rooms to redesigning employee housing - following established Boyne design standards. This role combines creative design work with project management, ensuring our properties stay fresh and functional while maintaining brand consistency.
Responsibilities
Senior Design Manager - Michigan/East
Reports to:
Design Director
Location:
Based in Northern Michigan's Petoskey Design Studio
Type of Work:
Internal execution only
Salary Range:
$100,000-$115,000
Travel:
Frequent travel required (quarterly travel to other properties)
Key Responsibilities
Manage Design Projects: Lead renovation projects from concept to completion across multiple resort properties. This includes guest room refreshes, lobby updates, restaurant redesigns, employee housing improvements, and back-of-house upgrades. Create Design Plans: Develop space plans, select finishes and furniture, and create specifications for contractors and vendors - all within Boyne's established design guidelines and budget parameters. Coordinate Project Execution: Work with procurement to order furniture and materials, manage delivery timelines, and coordinate with local property teams and contractors to keep projects on track. Travel & Site Management: Spend significant time on-site at properties conducting walkthroughs, reviewing work quality, and managing punch lists. Primary focus on Michigan properties (Boyne Mountain, Boyne Highlands, Inn at Bay Harbor) with quarterly trips to Sunday River, Sugarloaf, Loon, and Gatlinburg. Budget & Timeline Management: Track project budgets, manage multiple concurrent renovations, and ensure projects are completed on schedule and within financial parameters. Local Team Partnership: Work closely with property managers, operations teams, and maintenance staff to understand practical needs and ensure designs work for daily operations. Documentation & Reporting: Maintain detailed project records, provide regular status updates, and ensure all work aligns with Boyne's design standards and documentation requirements.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
8-10 years of interior design experience, preferably in hospitality or commercial projects Strong technical skills in AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite Proven project management experience handling multiple renovations simultaneously Experience with furniture procurement and contractor coordination Understanding of hospitality operations and both guest-facing and back-of-house design needs Excellent organizational and communication skills Comfortable with frequent travel and hands-on site work
Benefits Package
Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage Retirement: 401(k) with company matching after 12-months of service, and 900 hours. Employer match is 50% up to 4%, capped at 2%. Paid Time Off: PTO policy including vacation, sick leave, and personal days Travel: All travel expenses covered including lodging, meals, and transportation Professional Development: Training and conference attendance opportunities Employee Discounts: Resort access and recreational benefits across all Boyne properties Flexible Work Arrangements: Remote/hybrid options where applicable
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Senior Design Manager
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Sunday River Resort 23 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Senior Design Manager
role at
Sunday River Resort Overview
Boyne Resorts is an independent, family-owned company with a 75-year legacy of creating transformative outdoor lifestyle experiences. As a "company of resorts" rather than a "resort company," we honor the unique identity of each property while sharing a commitment to excellence through our L.E.A.D.S. values framework: L**Long-term Thinking E**Excellence in Execution A**Attitude is Everything D**Develop Great People S**Serve First
Position Summary: Senior Design Manager - Michigan/East Coast Properties
The
Overview
Boyne Resorts is an independent, family-owned company with a 75-year legacy of creating transformative outdoor lifestyle experiences. As a "company of resorts" rather than a "resort company," we honor the unique identity of each property while sharing a commitment to excellence through our L.E.A.D.S. values framework:
L**Long-term Thinking E**Excellence in Execution A**Attitude is Everything D**Develop Great People S**Serve First
Position Summary: Senior Design Manager - Michigan/East Coast Properties
The
Senior Design Manager
executes hands-on design projects across Boyne's eastern resort properties, primarily based in Northern Michigan. You'll manage real renovation projects - from refreshing hotel rooms to redesigning employee housing - following established Boyne design standards. This role combines creative design work with project management, ensuring our properties stay fresh and functional while maintaining brand consistency.
Responsibilities
Senior Design Manager - Michigan/East
Reports to:
Design Director
Location:
Based in Northern Michigan's Petoskey Design Studio
Type of Work:
Internal execution only
Salary Range:
$100,000-$115,000
Travel:
Frequent travel required (quarterly travel to other properties)
Key Responsibilities
Manage Design Projects: Lead renovation projects from concept to completion across multiple resort properties. This includes guest room refreshes, lobby updates, restaurant redesigns, employee housing improvements, and back-of-house upgrades. Create Design Plans: Develop space plans, select finishes and furniture, and create specifications for contractors and vendors - all within Boyne's established design guidelines and budget parameters. Coordinate Project Execution: Work with procurement to order furniture and materials, manage delivery timelines, and coordinate with local property teams and contractors to keep projects on track. Travel & Site Management: Spend significant time on-site at properties conducting walkthroughs, reviewing work quality, and managing punch lists. Primary focus on Michigan properties (Boyne Mountain, Boyne Highlands, Inn at Bay Harbor) with quarterly trips to Sunday River, Sugarloaf, Loon, and Gatlinburg. Budget & Timeline Management: Track project budgets, manage multiple concurrent renovations, and ensure projects are completed on schedule and within financial parameters. Local Team Partnership: Work closely with property managers, operations teams, and maintenance staff to understand practical needs and ensure designs work for daily operations. Documentation & Reporting: Maintain detailed project records, provide regular status updates, and ensure all work aligns with Boyne's design standards and documentation requirements.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
8-10 years of interior design experience, preferably in hospitality or commercial projects Strong technical skills in AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite Proven project management experience handling multiple renovations simultaneously Experience with furniture procurement and contractor coordination Understanding of hospitality operations and both guest-facing and back-of-house design needs Excellent organizational and communication skills Comfortable with frequent travel and hands-on site work
Benefits Package
Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage Retirement: 401(k) with company matching after 12-months of service, and 900 hours. Employer match is 50% up to 4%, capped at 2%. Paid Time Off: PTO policy including vacation, sick leave, and personal days Travel: All travel expenses covered including lodging, meals, and transportation Professional Development: Training and conference attendance opportunities Employee Discounts: Resort access and recreational benefits across all Boyne properties Flexible Work Arrangements: Remote/hybrid options where applicable
Boyne Resorts is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology Industries Hospitality Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Sunday River Resort by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Senior Design Manager” roles.
Petoskey, MI $100,000.00-$120,000.00 23 hours ago Petoskey, MI $120,000.00-$140,000.00 23 hours ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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