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

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

Job summary

A leading company in project management is looking for an Assistant Project Manager for hotel construction projects. This full-time role requires a degree in a relevant field and the willingness to travel extensively. Join a dynamic team and grow your career in a supportive and innovative environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant construction experience.
• Experience in hotel construction is advantageous.
• Proficiency in communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Project Manager in managing strategic plans.
• Coordinate design, engineering, and construction teams.
• Lead procurement efforts and liaise with clients and consultants.

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)

• Full-time

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 across 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 enjoys travel, adapting to new environments, and aims to grow their construction project management career within the Owner’s Representative and consulting space.

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

Who We’re Looking For:

• A proactive individual with a degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• Someone who may have started in engineering but discovered a passion for project management.
• A candidate with experience in general contracting (GC) who sees the Owner’s Rep path as the next step.
• An individual excited about traveling full-time, living in new cities, and working on complex 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.
• Adhere to SOX controls where applicable.

• 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.
• Ability to travel 100% and relocate temporarily as needed.

Salary Range: $90K–$105K per year. This range reflects base salary only and may vary depending on experience and qualifications. Turner & Townsend reserves the right to adjust pay accordingly.

We promote a healthy, productive, and flexible work environment that respects work-life balance. We are an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and fostering an inclusive environment. We do not accept unsolicited CVs outside our preferred channels, and candidates should not pay fees related to recruitment processes.