Sr. Lead, Private Destinations Technical

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd•Miami, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is on – site in our Royal Caribbean Headquarters 1050 Combine your career goals and sense of adventure by joining our incredible team of employees at Royal Caribbean Group. We are proud to offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, and excellent career development opportunities, each offering unique ways to explore the world. We are proud to be the vacation-industry leader with global brands — including Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises and Silversea Cruises — the most innovative fleet and private destinations, and the best people. Together, we are dedicated to turning the vacation of a lifetime into a lifetime of vacations for our guests. Royal Caribbean Group’s Royal Caribbean International, Private Destinations team has an exciting career opportunity for a full-time Sr. Lead, Private Destinations Technical reporting to the Director, Private Destinations Technical. Agency and Third-Party Submissions: Please note this is a direct search by the Company, and applications through agencies and other third parties will not be accepted, nor will fees be paid for unsolicited resumes. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered the Company's property. Position Summary The Sr Lead, Technical Private Destinations role is responsible for working closely with the Director of Technical & Asset Management to oversee and manage construction projects on the Private Destinations. The Sr Lead, Technical Private Destinations will coordinate all phases of construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality. This role requires a strong background in construction management and both exceptional leadership and problem-solving skills. All duties and responsibilities are performed following Royal Caribbean International’s Brand Standards, the Royal Way philosophy, Company policies, and SOPs, Public Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental Guidelines. This Job Description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties performed by the Team Member occupying this position. All Team Members may be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their Supervisor or Management. The nature of this job requires daily interactions with internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, or a related field is required.
At least 5 years of experience in construction project management, with a proven track record of successfully completing projects on time and within budget.
Experience managing large-scale construction projects, preferably in international or remote locations.
Strong understanding of construction processes, building codes, safety regulations, and quality standards.
Excellent leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interface with clients, contractors, and stakeholders.
Proficiency in construction management software and tools (e.g., Procore, MS Project, Blue Beam etc.).

Nice To Haves

Willingness to travel up to 75% of the time, with extended stays in the Bahamas as required.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage all aspects of construction projects, from inception to completion, ensuring timelines and budgets are strictly adhered to.
Coordinate with onsite stakeholders to coordinate construction activities.
Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets, and monitor progress against these plans.
Provide leadership and direction to onsite construction teams, managing daily operations to ensure smooth project flow.
Proactively identify and address potential issues or delays, implementing effective solutions.
Maintain communication with stakeholders, providing regular project updates and addressing any concerns or requests.
Conduct site visits, monitor construction progress, and ensure all work aligns with the project plans and specifications.
Oversee procurement of materials, equipment, and other resources necessary for the project.
Manage project documentation, including contracts, change orders, reports, and records, and prepare weekly project reports.
Ensure compliance of contractors using company accommodations.
Monitor arrivals and departure request of all contractors onsite. PM will approve all arrivals to the project site.
Collaborate with Director of Island Projects and Innovation throughout the project on various scopes and tasks.
Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring project delivery meets financial targets.
Adjust budget allocations as necessary to meet project objectives while maintaining financial constraints.
Track and report on project costs regularly to stakeholders.
Provide detailed breakdowns of project costs, including labor, materials, etc.