Construction Project Manager

Buffalo Lodging Associates - Sarasota Office - 7978 Cooper Creek Blvd, University Park, FL 34201

The main responsibility of the Renovation Project Manager is to provide leadership for the design and construction team. The Renovation Project Manager functions as the coordinator between the general contractors, architect, interior designer, purchasing agent, owner, and all other project consultants.to help facilitate the design process as it pertains to the feasibility of construction, while ensuring the project remains within the company’s budget. The Renovation Project Manager will develop, administer, coordinate, and control the process for delivery of multiple projects in various stages of renovation, while maintaining quality, budget and schedule parameters. The Renovation Project Manager is responsible and held accountable for the timely completion, cost control and the health and safety compliance of their assigned projects. Additionally, the Renovation Project Manager is responsible for ensuring that the projects are constructed in accordance with the plans, specifications and local building codes required. The Renovation Project Manager is involved in all aspects of projects assigned to them from initial concept through execution.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review all scopes of work, construction documents, ADA surveys, PIPs, Brand renovation requirements, etc to assemble complete and comprehensive bid packages.
• Produce budgets for future capital expense projects and estimate current projects using historical data and current construction costs.
• Bid, qualify, and award contracts to prime and/or general contractors
• Ensure that the project is constructed in accordance with the approved plans and specifications.
• Assure project schedules are updated weekly
• Ensure all building permits and approvals for all municipal jurisdictions are obtained.
• Schedule and conduct all project meetings.
• Visit sites during construction on an as-needed basis.
• Monitor the activities of the architect, engineers, general contractors, and other consultants / vendors. Review construction documents for completeness and acceptability.
• Keep all parties informed on project progress, attend and conduct project meetings, carry out decisions in a timely manner.
• Review, negotiate, and maintain control of all potential change orders. Schedule and conduct all project meetings.
• Review and approve all payment requisitions and supporting documentation.
• Maintain timely progress in the preparation of documents by consultants.
• In conjunction with the Purchasing Agent - purchase, store and install all FF&E items. Ensure that all damaged items are replaced.
• Manage the final punch lists to assure projects are 100% final.
• Provide as-built documentation and product information at close of job.
• Familiarity with Marriott’s LOBO and Hilton’s ProjectHub a plus
• Maintain good communication and coordination between contractors and hotel operations teams to minimize guest disruption.
• During project closeout, compile specifications and care & warranty documents for new products installed on the project, and coordinate training for the hotel team as needed

What We Look For:

• 5+ years of experience managing the onsite renovations of hospitality product improvement Construction Projects in the hotel sector or like industry (i.e. hospitals) is required.
• Bachelor’s or Associates degree or commensurate experience in a related field.
• Strong working knowledge of national hotel brands product positioning requirements and future brand standard strategies as it relates to their design and technology improvements for brand families such as Marriott, Hilton, IHG and Choice.
• Strong demonstrated track record of utilizing enterprise-wide software solutions for project tracking.
• Proven track record in CAPEX project scope implementation and execution.
• Ability to provide insight into the vendor market and contractor/contracting trends in the hospitality field
• Must have valid driver’s license, and acceptable driving history subject to company approval
• Travel required

What we Offer:

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At Buffalo Lodging, we are committed to keeping our most important assets – our employees – healthy, happy and productive. To achieve this, we offer a variety of benefits including the following:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Competitive 401 (k) Retirement Savings Plan with Generous Employer Match
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Hotel Discounts – for You, Your Friends and Family
• Monthly Employee Appreciation Activities & Events
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Salary range $75-90k