Project Manager

Project Manager Who Are We: RAM Hotels – a dynamic, thriving, innovative hotel management company headquartered in Columbus, Georgia. In the last few years, we have quietly and steadfastly taken our place as a leader in the hospitality sector, serving some of the most well-known midscale brands in key markets throughout Alabama and Georgia.

SUMMARY

We know we are onto something big, are now gearing up for a period of rapid, stable and sustainable growth. Project Manager(PM) role will report directly to President & Exec Vice President. PM is responsible for managing budget, timeline, process, design & construction for new-build/conversion and renovation project for the company. The project manager will direct & coordinate between architect, civil engineer, Interior Designer, Brand Partner & General Contractor in all activities concerned with the construction and renovation of hotels. Maintain and manage company branding as hotel developer thru all social media like platform. Education 4-year degree in Construction Project Management, Architecture or Engineering preferred, or equivalent work experience within the industry Applicable professional licenses/certifications encouraged Professional Experience Minimum 4 years progressive field construction experience preferably in the hospitality industry. Computer Experience Proficiency in: Microsoft Office, Excel, Bluebeam, Adobe products, Project & Database Management Software (e.g., Primavera, Microsoft Project) Computer skills including the ability to operate computerized accounting, spreadsheet and word-processing programs, and e- mail at a highly proficient level Duties and Functions Managing a robust new-build/conversion and renovation pipeline for the company. Facilitating the delivery of Marriott Select Brand projects with a focus on schedule, budget and to the quality standards required by the organization. Providing value-added project decisions for the company utilizing construction industry experience, team collaboration and negotiation skills. Relationship builder to provide consistent communications to various company departments and hotel management teams. Coordinating all aspects of the project delivery process with Design, Development, Procurement, Finance, Risk Management and various other departments Utilizing a proprietary database / project management software to track multiple projects for accurate reporting and forecasting to internal stakeholders. Establishing a detailed knowledge and ability to deliver on brand strategy projects through close coordination with internal team disciplines. Responsible for coordination and documentation of all milestone site observations. Market and actively support the products and services provided by RAM Hotels Sharing best practices and lessons learned to promote continuous product and process improvement. Perform other projects/assignments based on business needs/demands. Review and processing of payment requisitions, material submittals/shop drawings, and change order requests. Development of project schedules; tracking and review of construction documents. Developing, executing and managing contracts in accordance with divisional contracting policies and corporate guidelines. Knowledge of procurement processes from Bill of Materials and FF&E Management. Consultant contracting and scope management. Developing of qualified bidders list of General Contractors. Preparing bid packages, contracts and material orders. Budget forecasting and development of monthly construction project reports. Maintain and update vendor files and file numbers Provide administrative support to ensure effective and efficient office operations Emotional Intelligence Emotionally competent; able to effectively manage disruptive emotions and impulses; able to stay composed, positive, and unflappable even in trying moments while thinking clearly and remaining focused under pressure Engage with team members and guest in conversation and recognition Promote the company and its hotels by demonstrating high level of positive attitude and energy to serve its team members and guests Ability to anticipate needs of other team members Embraces and respects diversity and multicultural environment Skills & Physical Requirements Aptitude for performing numerical analysis of data and formulating conclusions and/or solutions. Ability to use logic to define a problem, collect information, establish facts, interpret information and deal with theoretical variables for unique or unfamiliar situations. Excellent communication; orally and written. Requires finger dexterity, grasping, writing, standing for long periods, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, hearing, visual acuity, and may on occasion have to lift and carry up to 40 pounds. Able to stand, sit, and walk, for more than 4 hours in one session. Long hours required sometime. Ability to travel 60-75% of the time. Willingness to work some weekends and holidays. Strengths Possess Leadership qualities, respectful Innovative, proactive and professional Inquisitive, adaptive and team- player Collaborator #J-18808-Ljbffr Ram-Hotel-Management-LL