Construction Project Manager (Hospitality)

MGAC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks vacation

8 sick days

10 paid holidays

401(k) matching up to 8%

Wellness benefits

Job summary

MGAC is seeking a Construction Project Manager for Hospitality in New York, NY. This role supports coordination and delivery of hospitality projects, with hybrid on-site work from NYC or DC and travel as needed.

You will oversee project communications, schedules, and documentation, ensuring alignment with client expectations and MGAC goals while developing toward independently managing projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• 5+ years of hospitality construction or project management.
• Experience with renovations, CAPEX projects, conversions, and new build.
• Strong knowledge of costs, scheduling, estimating, and construction methods.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Microsoft Project.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, coordination, and delivery of hospitality projects.
• Maintain relationships with owners, architects, contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and other project stakeholders.
• Develop project schedules and monitor progress, risks, and delays.
• Maintain project documentation: progress reports, meeting records, change orders, drawings.
• Represent and advocate for the Owner’s interests during disputes and change orders.
• Attend Owner’s Representative meetings as needed.
• Track invoices, purchase orders, commitments, exposures, and costs.
• Keep the Hospitality team informed of status and milestones.
• Collaborate with the broader project team to resolve issues.
• Perform additional responsibilities to ensure project success.

Skills

Hospitality project management

Client service

Communication

Organization

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Project

Job description

Construction Project Manager (Hospitality)

New York, NY

It’s an exciting time to join MGAC!

MGAC is a global boutique consultancy dedicated to managing and representing our clients’ best interests. Our success is rooted in hiring exceptional people who are driven to do challenging work with the unique blend of experience, integrity, creativity, and commitment that separates us from our competitors.

We have three simple goals: to do the most interesting and challenging work, to have fun working together, and to build a successful business in the process.

This position requires hybrid and on-site support from our Washington, DC or New York City office, based on the candidate’s location, with travel to other locations as needed to support client and business needs.

Unlock Your Potential

As a Project Manager on MGAC’s Hospitality team, this position will support the coordination and delivery of hospitality projects, including project oversight and internal and external communications. The Project Manager will help ensure projects are completed efficiently, on time, and in alignment with client expectations and MGAC’s business goals, while developing toward independently managing projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred but not required


• 5+ years of experience in hospitality construction or project management


• Experience with hospitality renovations, capital improvement (CAPEX) projects, conversions, and ground-up construction


• Strong knowledge of construction costs, scheduling, estimating, engineering principles, construction methods, systems, and materials


• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, presentation, interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Project


• Strong client service skills with a proactive, collaborative, and solutions-oriented approach


• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously


• Willingness and ability to travel as required


• Enthusiasm for the hospitality industry and a team-oriented mindset

What You’ll Be Doing

• Support the successful planning, coordination, and delivery of hospitality projects


• Maintain strong relationships with owners, architects, contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and other project stakeholders


• Assist in developing project schedules and monitor and communicate progress, risks, and potential delays


• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including progress reports, meeting records, change orders, drawings, inspections, and project decisions


• Represent and advocate for the Owner’s interests throughout the project, including during disputes, changes, and change-order discussions


• Attend project meetings as the Owner’s Representative, as needed


• Track invoices, purchase orders, financial commitments, exposures, and other project costs


• Keep the Hospitality team informed of project status, key milestones, risks, and major completion stages


• Collaborate with the broader project team to identify and resolve issues that could impact successful project delivery


• Perform additional responsibilities as needed to support successful project completion

Why Work With Us?

• 30 years strong in North America and growing fast—with a positive, energizing culture.


• Consistently recognized as a Top Workplace with a true employee-first mindset.


• Entrepreneurial spirit encouraged—bring fresh ideas and exceed client expectations.


• Global reach, yet agile and client-focused like a boutique firm.


• Your voice matters—flat structure, open doors, and recognition for your contributions.


• Strong work-life balance, generous PTO, and top-tier wellness benefits.

Beyond the Paycheck: Discover Our Benefits

• Vacation starts on day one—accrue 3 weeks per year, plus a paid birthday off.


• 8 sick days and 10 paid holidays annually for full-time employees.


• Competitive benefits that support both personal and professional growth.

Salary Range

$110,000 - $130,000 per year (commensurate with experience)

The advertised salary range is intended as a general guideline and may vary based on factors such as experience, expertise, and location. This base salary does not reflect the full compensation package, which may include bonuses, 401(k) matching up to 8%, and other benefits.

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