What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction & Renovation Project Manager position at Waterford Hotel Group?
Company Description
Waterford Hotel Group is a hospitality management company founded nearly 40 years ago in Waterford, Connecticut, initially serving a single hotel with personalized hospitality services. Over the years, the organization has grown into a premier management partner with national reach and a diverse portfolio that includes boutique inns and large-scale hotels with 400 rooms. The company’s team brings more than 250 years of collective experience and recognition through various industry awards. Waterford Hotel Group is committed to excellence in all facets of hospitality, offering opportunities to work with a wide range of properties and professional disciplines.
Role Description
The Construction & Renovation Project Manager is a full-time, hybrid role based in Waterford, CT, with some work-from-home flexibility. This role oversees hotel construction and renovation projects from initial planning through completion, ensuring alignment with brand standards, budget, and timelines. Day-to-day responsibilities include coordinating with owners, architects, contractors, and internal hotel teams; developing project schedules; monitoring progress; and managing change orders and risk. The Project Manager reviews plans and specifications, conducts site visits, tracks costs, prepares status reports, and ensures compliance with safety and building regulations. This position also supports capital planning, participates in design and value-engineering discussions, and provides clear communication to stakeholders throughout each project’s lifecycle.
Qualifications
- Experience in construction or renovation project management, preferably within hospitality or commercial real estate.
- Strong skills in budgeting, cost control, and schedule management using project management tools and software.
- Knowledge of building codes, permitting processes, and safety regulations relevant to hotel or commercial construction.
- Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, engineering documents, and specifications.
- Effective collaboration and communication skills for working with owners, design teams, contractors, and hotel operations leaders.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and solve problems in fast-paced environments.
- Proficiency with common office and project tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, project scheduling software; CAD or BIM familiarity is a plus).
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Project Management, or a related field; equivalent experience considered.
- Experience with hotel brand standards and PIP (Property Improvement Plan) projects is highly beneficial.
- Willingness to travel to project sites as needed and maintain a valid driver’s license.