Senior Corporate Hotel Hands On Construction Manager - managing million dollar Projects for ma[...]

Senior Corporate Hotel Hands On Construction Manager - managing million dollar Projects for major Luxury Resorts in the Caribbean This is a high-profile construction role for a group of luxury Caribbean resorts. This represents an excellent opportunity for an accomplished Hands on construction/project management professional to play a key role in the resort’s continued development and capital investment program. Position Overview: We are seeking an accomplished Hotel Construction Manager - Projects to lead and oversee the resort’s construction, renovation, capital improvement, and major project initiatives. This is a senior-level role for a group of large, luxury hotel resorts in the Caribbean, requiring a proven track record managing complex construction projects in high-end hospitality environments. The successful candidate will have hands-on experience managing projects valued at US$5 million to US$100 million , from planning and design through construction, commissioning, and completion. They want a hands on manager not a pencil pushing supervisor !! The ideal candidate will bring strong hotel technical and commercial expertise, excellent project leadership skills, and a deep understanding of the unique challenges associated with construction and development in Caribbean island resort environments . This position is suited to an experienced hotel hospitality construction/project professional , rather than a general construction manager without luxury hotel experience. The ideal candidate will have a stable employment history , meaningful tenure with previous employers, and a demonstrated record of successfully delivering large-scale, US$5M + US$100 million projects in the Caribbean. Compensation is a six figure net USA salary plus accommodation, bonuses, insurances - a total expatriate package. Key Responsibilities: Lead the planning, development, execution, and completion of major construction and capital projects throughout the resort. Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring delivery within approved scope, budget, quality, and schedule . Oversee projects from initial concept, feasibility, and design through procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover. Establish project objectives, milestones, budgets, schedules, and performance standards. Monitor progress and proactively identify and resolve risks, delays, cost issues, and technical challenges. Provide regular project status reports and recommendations to senior management and ownership. Construction Management Coordinate and supervise architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and other project stakeholders. Review construction drawings, specifications, schedules, contracts, change orders, and project documentation. Ensure construction activities comply with approved plans, applicable codes, regulations, safety standards, and resort quality standards. Conduct regular site inspections and project meetings. Ensure construction quality meets the expectations and standards of a luxury international resort operation . Coordinate construction activities with hotel operations to minimize disruption to guests and ongoing resort activities. Budget & Commercial Control Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, cash flow, and cost controls. Review contractor proposals, bids, variations, claims, and change orders. Work closely with Finance, Procurement, Legal, and senior management to maintain strong commercial controls. Ensure appropriate competitive procurement and contracting practices are followed. Identify opportunities to improve value without compromising luxury standards, design intent, durability, or guest experience. Design & Development Coordination Work closely with ownership, hotel management, architects, designers, engineers, and consultants throughout the project lifecycle. Review designs for constructability, operational suitability, cost effectiveness, and long-term maintenance considerations. Coordinate FF&E, OS&E, infrastructure, MEP, landscaping, back-of-house, guest areas, and other resort-related construction requirements where applicable. Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with approved design concepts and luxury hospitality standards. Resort & Island Environment Understand and effectively manage the logistical challenges associated with Caribbean island construction , including transportation, shipping, customs, availability of materials, labor, weather conditions, and local contractor capabilities. Develop contingency strategies for supply-chain, weather, labor, and logistical risks. Maintain strong relationships with local authorities, contractors, consultants, suppliers, and other stakeholders. Coordinate project activities around the operational requirements of a large resort. Leadership & Stakeholder Management Provide clear leadership and direction to project teams and external consultants. Maintain strong communication with General Management, ownership representatives, senior executives, and department heads. Collaborate closely with Engineering, Finance, Procurement, Operations, Security, Housekeeping, Food & Beverage, and other resort departments. Represent the resort professionally in meetings with contractors, consultants, government authorities, and ownership representatives. Candidate Profile: The successful candidate will be a highly experienced construction and hospitality professional with a stable and progressive career history and a demonstrated record of delivering major projects in luxury hotel and resort environments. Required Experience Significant experience managing construction and capital projects within large luxury hotels, resorts, or hospitality developments. Proven experience managing individual construction projects valued at US$5 million or greater . Demonstrated experience taking projects from concept/design through construction and final completion. Previous experience working within luxury hospitality , preferably with internationally recognized or high-end hotel/resort operations. Caribbean experience is strongly preferred , particularly experience working on island-based resort projects. Strong understanding of construction methods, project controls, contracts, procurement, cost management, and project scheduling. Experience coordinating multiple professional disciplines, including architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, and specialist suppliers. Demonstrated ability to manage projects in complex operating environments where construction must coexist with an active luxury resort. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Project Management, or a related discipline . Professional project management or construction certification is an advantage. Experience with major resort renovations, new-build developments, expansions, or large-scale capital improvement programs. Experience working with international hotel brands, developers, ownership groups, or luxury hospitality operators. Compensation is a six figure net USA salary plus accommodation, bonuses, insurance…a total expatriate package. #J-18808-Ljbffr Renard International Hospitality Search Consultants