Senior Project Manager, Hotels

JLL; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

JLL, a leading real estate services firm, invites applicants for a Hotels & Hospitality Senior Project Manager role in the Miami area. You will lead hotel renovations and developments as an extension of the owner’s team, applying a holistic approach to client goals and employing strong financial acumen to meet project objectives.

The position requires ground-up construction and extensive hotel renovation experience, travel flexibility (0-4 days/week), and a solid background in hospitality

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management preferred.
• 7+ years of relevant experience in project or construction management.
• Hospitality, Hotel, F&B, Luxury construction project management experience required.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead hotel renovations and developments as an extension of the owner’s team.
• Issue RFPs, manage consultant contracts, monthly invoicing, budgeting and reporting.
• Oversee FF&E procurement, scheduling, meetings, construction oversight, punch lists and closeout.
• Manage 2–5 projects concurrently depending on size and complexity.

Skills

Ground-up construction experience

Hotel renovation experience

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Senior Project Manager, PDS Hotels & Hospitality

About JLL –

We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We shape the future of real estate for a better world by using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people and our communities. As a Fortune 500 company, we help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. We have nearly 300 corporate offices across 90+ countries, with a team of more than 100,000 individuals and believe a diverse and inclusive culture is one where everyone succeeds. That’s why we’re committed to creating an environment where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential.

With us, you’ll have a chance to innovate with the world’s leading businesses, put that expertise into action on landmark projects, and work on game-changing real estate initiatives. You’ll also make long-lasting professional connections and be inspired by the best. We’re focused on opportunity and want to help you make the most of yours.

We are currently seeking a Hotels & Hospitality Senior Project Manager specializing in hospitality development, renovation & adaptive re-use to join our Project and Development Services team. Our team’s priorities are:

• Using strategic solutions to deliver built space for hotel owners, developers and brands
• Leveraging a broad network to drive growth for the business
• Developing our people and inspiring others
• Supporting employee ambitions beyond the workplace
• Applying new technology and data to drive change

What This Job Involves

Leading industry changing projects

As a Hotels & Hospitality Senior Project Manager at JLL, you will be directly responsible for leading hotel renovations and developments as an extension of the owner’s team. Your strong knowledge of hospitality projects from start to finish will speak to your holistic approach to client needs. Your influence will be founded in facilitating critical stakeholder meetings, providing on-site project leadership and applying financial acumen to meet client goals.

Your day to day will vary greatly and provide a dynamic work environment. You will be responsible for all aspects of a project including issuing RFPs, consultant contracts, monthly invoicing, budgeting & reporting, FF&E procurement oversight, driving schedule, conducting weekly meetings, construction oversight, punch list & closeout. SPMs are typically allocated to 2-5 projects at a time, but this varies based on the size, duration & complexity of a project.

• Applicants need to have ground up construction experience as well as extensive hotel renovation experience.
• Applicants should be open to travel as necessary (0-4 days per week). This role will serve a variety of clients and is based out of Southern Florida/Miami area.

Creating strategic and collaborative solutions

You are an individual who focuses on creating an energized and collaborative environment. As a Senior Project Manager, you will contribute to the establishment and refinement of work quality, cultural initiatives and best practices to drive results as a team. Success will be measured by your ability to develop procedures and winning strategies to guide your team to project execution.

Embracing the human side of business

You are people focused, seeking out and understanding the needs, perspectives and motivations of clients and team members alike. Your ability to manage client and vendor relationships will allow for seamless conflict resolution and overall development of client relationships. You will demonstrate the ability to contribute to the culture, growth and development of a team by providing onsite leadership to ensure performance criteria and standards are being met. You are also encouraged to participate in internal JLL teambuilding and personal growth initiatives. There will be opportunities to mentor upcoming talent.

Sound like the job you’re looking for?

Before you apply it’s also worth knowing what we’re looking for

Education and experience

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is required. A degree in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management is preferred.
• 7+ years of relevant experience related to project or construction management.
• Hospitality, Hotel, F&B, Luxury construction project management experience required.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.

Detailed oriented

You’ll need to take meticulous notes and maintain financial reporting for multimillion dollar projects. You will need to be a self-starter and be able to approach problems head‑on.

A relationship builder

Both verbal and written communication skills are vital, and of course, you’ll be good at establishing relationships with all levels of the organization & external clients. This is a client‑facing role.

Tech minded

The real estate and construction industries are consistently changing with technology. You’ll need to make technology work to your advantage. You must demonstrate proficiency in the use and application of project management technology tools and continually seek opportunities to develop your skillset.

An achiever

You’ll have a proven track record of results as we’ll expect you to act decisively, think big, and manage your time to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment. Most importantly, you’ll want to contribute to a diverse, supportive, and talented team.

What You Can Expect From Us

We succeed together—across the desk and around the globe and believe the best inspire the best, so we invest in supporting each other, learning together and celebrating our success.

Our Total Rewards program reflects our commitment to helping you achieve your career ambitions, recognizing your contributions, investing in your well‑being and providing competitive benefits and pay. JLL provides a robust career path to allow you to grow for years to come.