Senior Project Manager, Hotels
About The Position
JLL is seeking a Hotels & Hospitality Senior Project Manager specializing in hospitality development, renovation & adaptive re-use to join their Project and Development Services team. This role involves leading hotel renovations and developments as an extension of the owner’s team, utilizing strong knowledge of hospitality projects from start to finish. The position requires facilitating critical stakeholder meetings, providing on-site project leadership, and applying financial acumen to meet client goals. Responsibilities include issuing RFPs, managing consultant contracts, handling monthly invoicing, budgeting & reporting, overseeing FF&E procurement, driving schedules, conducting weekly meetings, construction oversight, and managing punch lists & closeout. SPMs are typically assigned 2-5 projects concurrently, depending on project scope. Ground-up construction and extensive hotel renovation experience are necessary. The role is based in the Southern Florida/Miami area and requires openness to travel (0-4 days per week). The ideal candidate will focus on creating an energized and collaborative environment, contributing to work quality, cultural initiatives, and best practices. Success will be measured by the ability to develop procedures and winning strategies. The role also emphasizes a people-focused approach, understanding the needs of clients and team members, managing client and vendor relationships, and resolving conflicts. Mentorship opportunities are available.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is required.
- 7+ years of relevant experience related to project or construction management.
- Hospitality, Hotel, F&B, Luxury construction project management experience required.
- Proficiency in project management software and tools.
- Detailed oriented with the ability to take meticulous notes and maintain financial reporting for multimillion dollar projects.
- Self-starter and able to approach problems head-on.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to establish relationships with all levels of the organization & external clients.
- Client-facing role experience.
- Proficiency in the use and application of project management technology tools and continually seek opportunities to develop skillset.
- Proven track record of results, acting decisively, thinking big, and managing time to meet deadlines in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- A degree in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Leading hotel renovations and developments as an extension of the owner’s team.
- Facilitating critical stakeholder meetings.
- Providing on-site project leadership.
- Applying financial acumen to meet client goals.
- Issuing RFPs.
- Managing consultant contracts.
- Handling monthly invoicing.
- Budgeting & reporting.
- FF&E procurement oversight.
- Driving schedule.
- Conducting weekly meetings.
- Construction oversight.
- Managing punch list & closeout.
- Developing procedures and winning strategies to guide the team to project execution.
- Providing onsite leadership to ensure performance criteria and standards are being met.
- Mentoring upcoming talent.
Benefits
- 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
- Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
