Assistant Project Manager / Coordinator – Hotel Construction (Full-Time Travel)

Turner and Townsend; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is seeking a motivated Assistant Project Manager to support high-profile hotel construction projects throughout North America. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant degree and have a passion for project management, ready to travel extensively and adapt to diverse project demands. Join a dynamic team and grow your consulting career in a global consultancy known for its transformative impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• At least 2 years of relevant construction experience.
• Experience in hotel construction and familiarity with Owner's Representative roles is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Project Manager in managing strategic plans.
• Coordinate design, engineering, and construction teams.
• Oversee development of construction documents and manage budgets.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Presentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Project management tools

Job description

Assistant Project Manager / Coordinator – Hotel Construction (Full-Time Travel)

From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend helps deliver outcomes that matter through transformational projects covering consultancy, project delivery, and post-project operations.

With offices globally, our services are accessible worldwide. We have over 22,000 specialists in more than 60 countries, blending local knowledge with global insight to address challenges of any scale.

Our team is dynamic, innovative, and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, expertise, integrity, and quality. Our people enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects worldwide.

Turner & Townsend seeks a driven and adventurous Junior Project Manager, Assistant Project Manager, or Project Coordinator to join our team supporting high-profile hotel construction projects across North America. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on travel, embraces new environments, and is eager to grow their construction project management career within the Owner’s Representative and consulting space.

This position requires 100% flexibility, including the ability to travel on short notice. It is suitable for someone with approximately 1–2 years of experience who is ready for a full-time travel lifestyle and eager to develop a consulting career. Strong communication skills are essential for working closely with clients, contractors, and internal teams across diverse locations and project scopes.

Who We’re Looking For:

• A go-getter with a degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• An individual who may have started in engineering but discovered a passion for project management.
• A candidate with experience in general contracting who sees the Owner’s Rep path as the next step.
• Someone eager to experience life on the road—traveling full-time, living in new cities, and working on complex, fast-paced hotel projects.
• A person who discusses work, lifestyle, and client relationships with energy and purpose.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Senior Project Manager in managing strategic plans and initiatives.
• Coordinate design, engineering, and construction teams through all project phases.
• Lead procurement efforts and liaise between clients and consultants.
• Oversee development of construction documents and manage value engineering.
• Monitor budgets, schedules, and project controls.
• Represent the client in stakeholder meetings and ensure project alignment.
• Assist with QA/QC, vendor coordination, and project closeout processes.
• Adhere to SOX controls where applicable.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field.
• At least 2 years of relevant construction experience.
• Experience in consulting or as an Owner’s Representative is a plus.
• Experience in hotel construction is advantageous.
• Strong communication, organizational, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools.
• Willingness to travel 100% and relocate temporarily as needed.

Salary Range: $90K - $105K per year, based on experience and qualifications. This range reflects base salary only; total compensation may vary.

We promote a healthy, productive, and flexible work environment that respects work-life balance. Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and fostering an inclusive environment.

We do not accept unsolicited CVs outside our preferred agency list. Candidates should not pay fees related to our recruitment process, and any such requests are against company policy.