Engineering & Facilities Project Manager

Xanterra; Arizona; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free gym and pool access

Company vehicle for day use

Free train tickets

Bearizona entry

Exclusive discounts at GCR

Adventure of a lifetime

Job summary

Xanterra is seeking a Project Manager to lead initiatives across the Grand Canyon Railway & Hotel, including the Grand Canyon Railway, Tusayan Trading Post, Grand Hotel, and Grand Canyon Hotel & Suites. You will drive projects from concept to completion, manage budgets, schedules, and compliance, while coordinating with NPS and internal teams.

The role emphasizes proactive leadership, risk management, and delivering timely, cost-effective results with minimal disruption to operations across busy

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in facility management, construction management, or project management within a multi-unit operation.
• Ability to read blueprints and understand CAD drawings.
• Knowledge of construction, mechanical systems, and specialized trade skills.
• Experience working in project management including cost estimating, bid notices, and contract negotiations.
• Experience using project management, maintenance management, or capital planning software to track schedules, budgets, and project documentation.
• Demonstrated advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Possess or obtain a valid Arizona Driver’s License within 90 days of start date and comply with Xanterra GCR Vehicle Policy.

Responsibilities

• Execute projects from conception through completion at multiple Grand Canyon-related properties.
• Develop and actively manage project schedules, milestones, and priorities; identify delays and take timely action.
• Identify and resolve project obstacles, escalating issues when needed.
• Coordinate and hold contractors accountable for mobilization, schedule, and quality.
• Plan and bid for new construction, remodels, and equipment installation.
• Operate an assigned company vehicle to travel to project sites.
• Assist in compiling data for capital expense project lists.
• Provide feedback to leadership on improving project execution.

Skills

Facility management

Project management

Read blueprints

CAD drawings

Cost estimating

Bid notices & contract negotiations

MS Office Suite

Driver's license (Arizona)

Tools

Project management software

Maintenance management software

Capital planning software

Job description

Overview

Join our Maintenance team at the Grand Canyon Railway and Hotel!

Ready to lead projects from concept to completion? Join our team as a Project Manager and play a key role in driving success across multiple initiatives. You'll collaborate with teams, manage schedules, solve challenges, and keep projects moving forward with confidence. If you're a proactive leader with strong organizational skills and a passion for delivering results, we'd love to have you on our team!

Job Summary

The Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing projects for the Grand Canyon Railway & Hotel, the Grand Canyon Railway, the Tusayan Trading Post, The Grand Hotel, and the Grand Canyon Hotel & suites. The position is accountable for advancing assigned projects with urgency, removing obstacles, and achieving timely completion within approved scope, budget, quality, and compliance requirements. Success in this position is measured by the timely, safe, and cost-effective completion of assigned projects with minimal operational disruption.

The Details

Position Type: Salaried

Life at the Grand Canyon Railway

• No employee housing available
• Generous benefit program including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, and more!
• A fast-paced, exciting work environment with plenty of upward mobility and growth opportunities
• Meet people of all ages from all over the country and world!

Benefits and Perks

• Free gym and pool access
• Company vehicle available for day use to commute to project sites
• Free train tickets
• Free entry to Bearizona
• Exclusive retail and dining discounts at GCR and other Xanterra properties
• The adventure of a lifetime!

Responsibilities

• Fully understand and support Xanterra’s Mission Statement, Cultural Pillars, Community Commitment and Core Values.
• Execute projects at the Grand Canyon Railway & Hotel, The Grand Canyon Railway, the Tusayan Trading Post, The Grand Hotel, and the Grand Canyon Hotel & Suites from conception through completion, including punch-list completion, invoicing, budget reconciliation, warranty, closeout documentation, and turnover to operations.
• Develop and actively manage project schedules, milestones, and near-term priorities; identify delays and take timely action to maintain progress and keep stakeholders appropriately informed.
• Proactively identify and resolve project obstacles, escalating decisions or issues promptly when they cannot be resolved within the position’s authority.
• Coordinate and hold contractors accountable for mobilization, schedule, quality, site requirements, correction of deficiencies, and timely completion.
• Plan and bid for new construction, remodels, and equipment installation using contractors or internal resources.
• Operates an assigned company vehicle to travel to and from project sites during scheduled work hours.
• Assist in compiling data for Xanterra’s annual Capital Expense Account (CEA) project list.
• Provide feedback to leadership on opportunities to improve the project execution process in the spirit of continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate project schedules, budget forecasts, status reports, risk items, commitments, and completion projections for all assigned projects.
• Ensure that departmental and contracted projects are complying with all Xanterra, NPS, and Federal laws and regulations regarding HAZMAT, HAZCOM, risk management, confined space, lockout-tagout, ergonomics, ADA access, and vehicle use.
• Work closely with National Park Service Project Managers on engineering projects, abatements, and compliance issues within National Park Service jurisdiction.
• Assist in the planning and evaluation of proposed capital improvements.
• Comply and commit to all Xanterra and NPS (as required) environmental policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of experience in facility management, construction management, or project management within a multi-unit operation.
• Ability to read blueprints and understand CAD drawings.
• Knowledge of construction, mechanical systems, and specialized trade skills.
• Experience working in project management including cost estimating, bid notices, and contract negotiations.
• Experience using project management, maintenance management, or capital planning software to track schedules, budgets, and project documentation.
• Demonstrated advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Possess or obtain a valid Arizona Driver’s License within 90 days of start date and comply with Xanterra GCR Vehicle Policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Facility or Project Manager in a multi-unit hotel/resort operation.
• Experience coordinating contractors, consultants, architects, engineers, and regulatory agencies throughout the project lifecycle.
• Familiarity with hospitality operations and the unique challenges of executing projects within occupied guest-facing facilities.
• Experience with project budgeting, procurement, contract administration, and change order management.
• Experience managing renovation, infrastructure, utility, or capital improvement projects exceeding $100,000 in value.
• Knowledge of building systems, life safety systems, ADA requirements, environmental compliance, and construction-related codes and regulations.

Physical Requirements include

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:

• Stand: X
• Walk: X
• Sit: X
• Handling: X
• Reach outward: X
• Reach above shoulder: X
• Climb: X
• Crawl: X
• Squat/kneel: X
• Bend: X
• Lift/Carry 10 lbs or less: X
• 11-20 lbs: X
• 21-50 lbs: X
• 51-100 lbs: X
• Over 100 lbs: X
• Push/Pull 12 lbs or less: X
• 13-25 lbs: X
• 26-40 lbs: X
• 41-100 lbs: X
• Not applicable: Activity does not apply to this position
• Occasionally: Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0-2.5 hrs per day)
• Frequently: Position requires this activity from 33%-66% of the time (2.5-5.5 hrs)
• Constantly: Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs +)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.