Hotel Renovation and Construction Manager

Job Description: Hotel Renovation and Construction Manager (KAJ Hospitality)

Position Overview:
KAJ Hospitality is a leading hotel management company dedicated to creating exceptional guest experiences through innovative design, operational excellence, and a commitment to quality. As part of our strategic growth, we are seeking a talented Renovation Project Manager to lead our renovation initiatives and help shape the future of our hotel portfolio.

The Renovation Project Manager is responsible for overseeing and executing all hotel renovation and new construction projects within our portfolio. This role is critical in driving our growth strategy by ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This position requires regular travel to project sites to oversee construction, coordinate with on-site teams, and ensure project success. The ideal candidate will have extensive project management experience, deep knowledge of construction processes, and a proven track record in both general contracting and renovation management. This includes a strong understanding of construction methods, material sourcing, subcontractor coordination, architectural planning, and site management, ensuring projects are completed efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning, execution, and completion of multiple hotel renovation projects, as well as new construction hotel developments.
• Coordinate with architects, contractors, designers, internal stakeholders, and brand representatives (e.g., Hilton, Marriott) to ensure alignment on project goals, timelines, and brand standards.
• Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, and resource plans.
• Collaborate with architects, designers, and internal stakeholders during the pre-development and construction phases of new hotel projects to ensure alignment with operational and brand requirements.
• Lead coordination between construction teams and hotel operations to minimize revenue displacement during projects.
• Serve as the owner's representative during design and construction meetings for all renovation and development projects.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, safety, and quality standards.
• Identify and mitigate potential project risks and issues.
• Ensure all projects adhere to company standards and brand guidelines.
• Prepare regular project updates and status reports for senior leadership and brand partners to ensure transparency and alignment on project progress.
• Oversee vendor management, contract negotiations, and procurement processes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key partners and suppliers.
• Implement best practices for cost control, quality assurance, project efficiency, and on-site safety management.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of project management experience in construction, hospitality, or a related field.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale renovation and/or ground-up construction projects on time and within budget.
• Extensive knowledge of general contracting, construction methods, building codes, and project management software (e.g., MS Project, Procore). Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, work closely with architects on design intent, coordinate trades, and manage site logistics effectively.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong financial acumen and budget management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMP or similar project management certification.
• Experience in hotel or hospitality renovations and ground-up development.
• Familiarity with sustainability and green building practices.