Project / Construction Manager

Job Title :

Project / Construction Management Manager

Job Summary :

The Project / Construction Management Manager is responsible for leading the end-to-end execution of hotel and resort construction projects. This includes managing the planning, design coordination, construction, and turnover phases to ensure timely, cost-efficient, and high-quality delivery in alignment with hospitality brand and operational standards. The role is central to coordinating between owners / developers, hotel operators, contractors, and design consultants to deliver world-class hospitality assets.

Key Responsibilities :

Full-Cycle Project Leadership :

Manage all phases of hospitality project development from feasibility, concept design, permitting, and procurement to construction, commissioning, and turnover.

Brand and Operator Coordination :

Align project plans with brand standards and operational requirements including room layouts, MEP systems, BOH areas, and guest experience.

Budget & Timeline Management :

Develop and monitor project budgets and master schedules. Proactively manage deviations through risk identification, mitigation strategies, and corrective actions.

Technical Oversight :

Lead reviews of architectural, engineering, and interior design submissions to ensure compliance with hospitality specifications, local building codes, and safety standards.

Contractor and Consultant Management :

Oversee contractor and consultant deliverables including construction programs, QA / QC and safety plans, mock-up rooms, FF&E installations, and T&C protocols.

Stakeholder Communication :

Act as the central point of contact for developers, operators, design teams, and regulatory authorities to ensure aligned goals and issue resolution.

Project Reporting and Turnover :

Prepare regular progress reports and presentations. Manage turnover activities, including operator handover, punch listing, and support during soft opening.

Supervisory Role :

Leads the external project delivery team (contractors, consultants, suppliers)

Directly supervises internal project staff such as Project Engineers or Associate Project Managers

Qualifications :

Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management

Licensed Engineer or Architect

PMP certification or equivalent project management credential

Minimum 8 years of experience in construction management , with at least 3-5 years focused on hotel and resort developments

Proficient in Primavera P6, MS Project, and / or SmartSheet

Experience coordinating with international hotel operators and design consultants preferred

willing to be relocated within the Philippines

Technical Competencies :

Hospitality construction and operational readiness

MEP system integration and commissioning for hospitality

FF&E and OS&E coordination

Brand standard compliance and guest experience design integration

Quality control and safety enforcement in active construction sites

Contract negotiation, value engineering, and claims management

Familiarity with LEED, WELL, or sustainable development frameworks is an advantage

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