Director of Projects - Construction

Ryman Hospitality Properties•Aurora, CO

7h•Hybrid

About The Position

As the Director of Projects - Construction with Ryman Hospitality Properties, you will oversee construction projects, from concept through completion, for the Company's expanding portfolio. You'll be responsible for planning, oversight, execution, and management of related design, engineering, and construction processes. As the ideal candidate, you bring proven construction management leadership with experience in complex, large-scale, new construction projects, and the ability to deliver high-quality results.

Requirements

Degree in Architecture, Construction Management, or related field required
10+ years' experience in large, complex hospitality construction projects and a superior understanding of the construction industry and construction practices
7+ years' experience in project leadership role with responsibility for project budget, schedule and the supervision of design and construction project team
Extensive experience representing the client owner on all aspects of large construction projects (negotiations, documentation, bidding, management of consultants, dispute resolution, cost tracking controls and budget reporting systems), as well as leading a team of professionals
Demonstrated experience in dealing with construction trade unions and union issues
Strong background in real estate and contract negotiation related to development, design and construction projects
Effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Able to effectively present information and respond to questions at an executive level
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record required
This position requires a pre-employment drug screening (4-panel: phencyclidine, cocaine, amphetamines, and opiates).

Nice To Haves

Additional industry certifications and continued education preferred

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain a design and construction schedule for departmental coordination. Establish a procurement, delivery, and installation schedule to ensure on-time opening of each project.
Coordinate with cross-functionally with corporate leadership and operational teams to ensure effective alignment throughout each project's design and construction phases. Lead and document project meetings involving all relevant stakeholders.
Oversee project inspections to ensure compliance with quality control standards.
Review and provide recommendations on proposed changes to design and construction documents that fall outside established approval authority and may impact project cost or schedule.
Negotiate, document, and manage relationships with consultants and contractors.
Review, monitor and process all correspondence to and from contractors/vendors and coordinate the submission of periodic reports as required by contracts.
Oversee project financial management, including approval of contractor/vendor invoices and ongoing review of cost forecasts to ensure alignment with budgets and project performance.
Maintain progress reports, budgets, and files for reference and coordination to meet internal audit and record retention procedures.
Produce final punch lists and work with necessary departments and contractors to close out the project.
Oversee job closeout process to turn over as-built drawings, warranties, owner's maintenance, operations manuals, and vendor/contractor lists to operations leaders. Manage closeout of all contractor and vendor contracts. Turn over utilities management to operations leaders.
Coordinate with city, county, and state officials to secure all required permits and ensure regulatory compliance for building projects. Negotiate and coordinate with all relevant authorities to ensure successful project completion and compliance.
Collaborate with senior leadership to oversee and direct real estate development, design, and construction activities, including conducting physical, financial, and legal due diligence to assess the viability of potential acquisition properties and renovations, expansions, or alterations to existing and acquired facilities.
Oversee preparation of final billing and filing with jurisdictional agencies.
Lead department staff, including project managers, interns and/or other staff. Develop direct reports by communicating performance expectations and delivering timely feedback.
Perform other duties as assigned.