PROJECT MANAGER

Job Title

Responsible for assisting the Assistant Director Real Estate Development with the direction and management of key capital projects at owned assets of KOA properties. Oversee development of new facilities and redevelopment of existing facilities and infrastructure at owned assets locations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage construction projects through concept, design, engineering, permitting and through final construction.
• Collaborate with key project stakeholders (internal and external) including but not limited to Regional Vice Presidents and General Managers on key capital projects at individual owned assets locations as assigned.
• Visit campgrounds, as directed, to help assess major capital projects with regards to infrastructure and physical plant.
• Responsible for regular communication with project stakeholders in order to meet KOA expectations of project scope, budget and timelines.
• Responsible for the development of the project scope of work, schedule, budget, bidding, and negotiating with general contractors and suppliers.
• Monitor project budgets and financial performance, identifying cost-saving opportunities and addressing budget variances.
• Reviews and approves percentage complete for project payables on a monthly basis. Reviews and codes general invoice expenses.
• Conduct regular inspections and quality checks to maintain project quality and adherence to KOA specifications and Quality Assurance guidelines.
• Ensure all necessary permits, licenses, and approvals are obtained and maintained.
• Proactively address issues and obstacles to keep projects on track.
• Provide regular project updates and address issues and concerns promptly.
• Assist with the due diligence process during the search and acquisition of new Company Operated campgrounds.

Non-Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

May be responsible for conducting facility condition and risk management safety inspections. This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Required Education and Experience:

Proven experience as a Project Manager in the construction or real estate development industry. Excellent project management skills, including budgeting and scheduling. Experience negotiating construction contracts. Strong understanding of construction processes, techniques, and best practices. Knowledge of relevant building codes and regulations (NEC, NFPA, etc.) Knowledge of potable water and wastewater systems. Solid troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Excellent interpersonal communication (written and verbal). Frequent travel with ability to work a flexible and changing schedule. Competent with Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project) Valid driver's license.

Preferred Education and Experience:

Facilities management experience. Campground or hospitality experience.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboard, including lifting and carrying a laptop and other small items up to 20 pounds. Prolonged exposure to computer screens and artificial lighting. Use of repetitive motion, standing, bending, sitting, lifting, and walking short distances. May be expected to drive a vehicle to KOA locations, other locations as directed, and conferences which requires close and distance vision, sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, other vehicles, etc. Travel occurs in all weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold. Frequent in person interaction with KOA employees in various settings, where noise level is typically low to moderate, including office spaces. Will experience occasional interruptions and shifting priorities.

KOA does not sponsor Visas

KOA currently does NOT hire in the following states:

Alaska - Idaho - North Dakota

District of Columbia - Louisiana - Rhode Island

Hawaii - New Hampshire - Vermont

Benefits Offered:

• Medical/Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Account
• Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
• Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
• Voluntary Accident Insurance
• Voluntary Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K Retirement Plan
• 401K Company Contributions

Kampgrounds Of America, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to provide an environment where all employees and applicants are treated with respect. The company is committed to fair treatment of all people. This value ensures employees and candidates are treated equally and are protected from discrimination or harassment of any kind. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other non-merit-based factors, or any other protected status.