Engineering Project Manager - Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton

The iconic Hotel del Coronado is looking for a Project Manager to join the team! Be part of America’s beachfront legend and after a more than $550M restoration and revitalization, this Victorian seaside resort is more stunning than ever.

Located on Coronado Island just minutes from Downtown San Diego, this 28-acre National Historic Landmark was built in 1888 and has 938 guest rooms, cottages and villas with 97,500 square feet of banquet space, and 12 food and beverage outlets. This includes 9 restaurants & bars, marketplace, gelato shop, and in-room dining.

This position reports directly to the director of property operations.

Salary Range $85K to $90K per year depending on experience plus full-time benefits

What will I be doing?

The Project Manager – Capital & Operational Projects is a critical leader responsible for delivering high-impact initiatives that enhance the resort’s physical assets, operational excellence, and guest experience. This role provides full lifecycle oversight of capital improvements, refurbishment projects, and select operational initiatives—ensuring each project is executed with precision, efficiency, and alignment to the Del’s legendary standards.

The Project Manager owns all aspects of project delivery, including planning, approvals, budgeting, scheduling, and execution. Partnering closely with ownership, operational leadership, and cross-functional teams, this role ensures projects are completed on time, within budget, and with minimal disruption to the guest experience.

Position Summary:

Project Leadership & Oversight

• Lead and manage projects through all phases of development, from concept and approvals through execution and closeout
• Provide clear scope definition, detailed schedules, and accurate budgets for all assigned projects
• Own project lifecycle performance, including schedule adherence, budget control, and overall profitability
  
  
  

Capital & Refurbishment Projects

• Oversee capital improvement and refurbishment projects across the resort, ensuring alignment with brand standards and long-term asset strategy
• Coordinate design, procurement, and construction activities, including contracting and managing architects, consultants, and contractors
• Provide technical direction and ensure compliance with all applicable local and state building codes, safety regulations, and quality standards
  
  
  

Planning, Scheduling & Execution

• Develop, refine, and maintain detailed project schedules with clearly defined milestones and deliverables
• Allocate resources effectively and adjust plans proactively based on operational needs and project changes
• Partner closely with operational leadership to plan project timing, minimize business disruption, and respond to evolving scope requirements
  
  
  

Financial & Cost Management

• Manage all project accounting functions, including budgeting, forecasting, and expense tracking
• Monitor costs to minimize financial risk and identify opportunities for savings
• Provide transparent financial reporting and updates to ownership and senior leadership
  
  
  

FF&E & Procurement Coordination

• Oversee FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment) planning, procurement, and installation in partnership with Purchasing and operational teams
• Ensure timely coordination of materials, vendor schedules, and installations to meet project timelines
  
  
  

Stakeholder Communication & Collaboration

• Serve as the primary point of contact for ownership, property leadership, and key stakeholders
• Provide regular, executive-level updates on project status, risks, and financial performance
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal departments including Operations, Purchasing, IT, and Engineering
  
  
  

Contract & Vendor Management

• Lead contractor buy-out processes, including scope review and selection of trade partners
• Manage contracts, vendor performance, and project deliverables to ensure quality and accountability
• Participate in and lead contractor meetings, ensuring alignment on expectations, timelines, and outcomes
  
  
  

Quality Control, Risk & Compliance

• Ensure all projects meet brand standards, design intent, and guest experience expectations
• Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies to protect timelines, budgets, and operations
• Oversee punch list completion and ensure seamless project closeout and turnover to operations
  
  
  

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate and organized project documentation within project management systems
• Ensure all records, contracts, and updates are completed, tracked, and properly filed
• Communicate project progress and performance to senior leadership through structured reporting
  
  
  

What are we looking for?

Since being founded in 1919, Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today, Hilton remains a beacon of innovation, quality, and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision, Mission, and Values. Specifically, we look for demonstration of these Values:

• Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity - We do the right thing, all the time.
• Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
• Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
• Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
• Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline
  
  
  

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

• Quality
• Productivity
• Dependability
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability
  
  
  

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

The Benefits – Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture ranking #1 Best Company To Work For in the U.S.

We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment, thanks to innovative programs and benefits such as:

• Health insurance
• Career growth and development
• Team Member Resource Groups
• Recognition and rewards programs
• Go Hilton travel discount program
• Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Supportive parental leave
• Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount
• Debt-free education: Access to a wide variety of educational credentials (ex. college degrees, high school completion, English-language learning, digital literacy, professional certificates and more)
  
  
  

Work Locations

Hotel del Coronado, Curio Collection by Hilton

Schedule

Full-time

Brand

Curio Collection by Hilton

Job

Engineering, Maintenance and Facilities