Capital Projects Manager, Hotel & Nordic Spas

Pomeroy Lodging; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Capital Projects Manager, where you will lead strategic CAPEX planning and execution in the hospitality sector. This dynamic role requires a proactive approach to managing large-scale projects, ensuring alignment with corporate strategies while maintaining effective communication with stakeholders. With a focus on operational excellence, you will drive initiatives that enhance guest experiences across hotels and spas. Enjoy competitive wages and a range of benefits in a fast-paced environment that values your contributions and fosters professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive wages and Health and Wellness benefit plan

Paid on-the-job training

Growth and development opportunities

Personal days: 5 per year after 90 days

Pomeroy Stay Travel Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project management, ideally in hospitality.
• Proven track record in managing large-scale capital projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the lifecycle of capital projects from design to handover.
• Define and manage project budgets, ensuring compliance with standards.

Skills

Project Management

Budget Management

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management or related field

Job description

We are looking for a Capital Projects Manager, Hotel & Nordic Spas to join our growing organization!

Are you an ambitious individual looking for an opportunity to grow your career within the hospitality industry? This is the perfect job for you! We also offer top-of-market wages and excellent perks.

This role is based out of Calgary, Alberta and will require travel to hotels and spas in Alaska, Alberta, and British Columbia.

Job Description

As the Capital Projects Manager, you play a vital role in driving operational and financial excellence. Your responsibilities encompass strategic CAPEX planning and meticulous execution of capital projects. Your role ensures that each project aligns with corporate strategies and complies with operational policies while managing budgets, timelines, and quality standards. Your role is crucial in maintaining effective communication with stakeholders and managing contracts and external partnerships. The ideal candidate takes initiative, demonstrates strong problem-solving skills, and is able to work independently with minimal supervision. You are someone who sees what needs to be done and takes ownership from start to finish.

Pomeroy Perks

• Competitive wages and Health and Wellness benefit plan.
• Paid on-the-job training with additional learning opportunities.
• Growth and development opportunities, both personal and professional.
• Personal days: 5 per year after 90 days of continuous full-time employment.
• Pomeroy Stay Travel Program.

Key Focuses

• Strategic Planning: Build the CAPEX budget and strategic plan relating to equipment, infrastructure, and facilities, ensuring compliance with corporate, production, and operating policies. With the long term goal of building out a 5-year CAPEX strategy.
• CAPEX Portfolio Management: Work in collaboration with key division stakeholders to develop, scope, cost, and plan all CAPEX projects, ensuring they align with standard project procedures and corporate policies.
• Project Execution and Oversight: Oversee the entire lifecycle of capital projects; from conceptual design to handover, by planning, executing, and tracking progress within budget and schedule constraints. Staff project teams effectively with clear direction and appropriate resources. Manage proactive quality control over budget, schedule, plans, and personnel, verifying and approving key project milestones to ensure adherence to quality and standards.
• Communication and Coordination: Maintain effective communication with all project stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status, schedule, and costs, along with timely escalation of issues. Organize and conduct strategic discussions regularly to ensure alignment of project goals and execution strategies. Create in-depth critical paths for each project.
• Budget and Schedule Management: Define and manage project budgets, prepare monthly progress reports, and keep stakeholders informed of critical issues. Implement strict project and financial controls, including change management, cost forecasting, and invoice review/payment.
• Contract and External Partner Management: Use proven selection processes to develop appropriate contract strategies, manage external partners including contractors, suppliers, and engineers. Identify and select contractors based on quality and value, utilizing the Construction team resources wherever possible.
• Live the Core Values: Understand that their people are their customers and uphold all five of the organization's core values through personal communication, interactions, and behavior. Deliverables are executed with minimal need for follow-up regarding scope, timeliness, and quality.

Experience/Passions/Education

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in project management, preferably in the hospitality sector.
• Proven track record in managing large-scale capital projects and preventative maintenance.
• Strong leadership skills and effective communication with multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent organizational, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of current trends in hospitality capital projects and sustainable practices.

Working Conditions

This position may require long days and/or weekends to meet business demands or deadlines. It is a detail-oriented, analytical role set in a fast-paced environment with high interaction levels with employees and stakeholders.

About Pomeroy Lodging

Pomeroy Lodging is Western Canada’s leader in hospitality and lodging. We own and operate a range of hotels and resorts throughout the West. Our investment extends beyond properties to our people, communities, and the land we build on. We are committed to investing heavily in our people, properties, and communities.