What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Construction Project Manager – Hotel Development position at Seva Hospitality?
Build Hotels. Build Teams. Build the Future.
Seva Hospitality is a growing, entrepreneurial hospitality company specializing in hotel construction, development, and management based in Northern Kentucky/Cincinnati. We specialize in developing high-quality, efficient, and brand-forward hotels. Our team is looking for a Senior Construction Project Manager who thrives in a fast-moving, owner-driven environment. An ideal candidate has a strong background in hotel development to lead ground-up and major renovation projects from pre-construction through close-out.
This is not a bureaucratic role. You will work directly with ownership and senior leadership, playing a critical role in shaping how our hotels are built—from early feasibility through grand opening. Candidates with hotel, multi-family, and commercial experience are encouraged to apply, with strong preference given to those with hands-on experience in Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) construction.
What You’ll Do
Seva Hospitality is a growing, entrepreneurial hospitality company specializing in hotel construction, development, and management based in Northern Kentucky/Cincinnati. We specialize in developing high-quality, efficient, and brand-forward hotels. Our team is looking for a Senior Construction Project Manager who thrives in a fast-moving, owner-driven environment. An ideal candidate has a strong background in hotel development to lead ground-up and major renovation projects from pre-construction through close-out.
This is not a bureaucratic role. You will work directly with ownership and senior leadership, playing a critical role in shaping how our hotels are built—from early feasibility through grand opening. Candidates with hotel, multi-family, and commercial experience are encouraged to apply, with strong preference given to those with hands-on experience in Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) construction.
What You’ll Do
- Lead ground-up hotel development projects from concept through completion
- Partner directly with ownership on budgeting, feasibility, and design decisions
- Drive pre-construction efforts including estimating, value engineering, and scheduling
- Manage general contractors, consultants, and trades with a focus on accountability and execution
- Own project budgets, schedules, and quality outcomes—no handoffs, no silos
- Oversee change orders, cost reporting, and forecasting
- Coordinate with hotel brands to ensure standards are met without overbuilding
- Solve problems in real time and make informed decisions in the field
- Conduct weekly site walks, lead progress meetings, and maintain momentum through close-out
- Support post-construction close-out, punch lists, and warranty follow-up
- Help refine Seva’s construction processes as we continue to scale
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5 years of construction project management experience, with a strong focus on hotel development
- Proven success managing ground-up hospitality projects
- Direct experience with Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) construction strongly preferred
- Experience in multi-family and/or commercial construction projects
- Strong understanding of construction contracts, Gantt chart scheduling, budgeting, and cost controls
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and fast-paced project environments
- Proficiency in construction management software (e.g., Blue Beam, MS Project, Raken, or similar)
- OSHA certification or equivalent safety training
- Willingness to travel as required for project oversight
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Salary : $135,000 - $185,000