MILAN CHAVDA
1396 Doublegate Drive, Brookhaven,USA
Summary
Regional Manager at IHG Hotels & Resorts with expertise in project management and owner relationship management. Proficient in design compliance and FF&E, successfully leading renovations and new developments. Demonstrated track record of enhancing operational efficiencies and maximizing ROI through collaboration and innovative design solutions.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Manager, Design Review - Dual Brands
IHG Hotels & Resorts
Atlanta, GA
11.2016 - Current
- Managed an assigned territory of franchised renovation, conversion, and new development projects for Essentials & Suites hotels.
- Performed reviews of Preliminary, Construction, FF&E, and Life Safety drawings to ensure compliance with brand design guidelines, and brand safety standards.
- Provided knowledgeable design guidance to architects, designers, and contractors throughout the design phase, and supported the hotel through opening.
- Collaborated and interfaced with internal partners to determine the viability for Dual Brand conversion opportunities.
- Promoted brand vision through designs that optimized operational efficiencies and maximized ROI for owners.
Project Manager
Phillips Partnership
Atlanta, GA
04.2013 - 10.2016
- Managed development of new construction projects for Hilton, IHG, and Marriott across U.S.
- Created working drawings that adhered to brand standards and jurisdictional codes.
- Coordinated integration of structural and MEP systems into project designs.
- Facilitated collaboration among GCs, consultants, interior designers, and vendors during construction.
Consultant
T.Y. Lin International
Atlanta, GA
04.2011 - 04.2013
- Managed and oversaw development of multiple prototype rebuild restaurants for McDonald's Corporation across Southeast.
- Coordinated efforts with structural, MEP, and civil engineers to ensure adherence to brand standards.
- Designed and implemented unique building projects while maintaining compliance with corporate guidelines.
Education
Bachelor of Architecture -
Southern Polytechnic State University
Marietta, GA06-2001
Skills
- Owner relationship management
- Project management
- Brand development
- Team collaboration
- Viability analysis
- FF&E knowledge
- Design compliance
- Blubeam Revu
- MS Office Suite
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Salesforce
- Adobe Suite
Timeline
Regional Manager, Design Review - Dual Brands
IHG Hotels & Resorts
11.2016 - Current
Project Manager
Phillips Partnership
04.2013 - 10.2016
Consultant
T.Y. Lin International
04.2011 - 04.2013
Bachelor of Architecture -
Southern Polytechnic State University
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