Director of New Projects – Bunkhouse Hotels

The Opportunity

Hyatt seeks an enthusiastic Director of New Projects to join our Lifestyle Group where you will be part of a team of professionals who love what they do. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting the Head of Design (Bunkhouse + JdV) in all things design related for the properties. Y ou will be instrumental in continuing to make Hyatt a leading hospitality company. You will be part of a team passionate and committed to nurturing curiosity and new skills and building connections across the organization with stakeholders, colleagues, and guests.

Who We Are At Hyatt, we believe in the power of belonging and creating a culture of care, where our colleague’s become family. Since 1957, our colleagues and our guests have been at the heart of our business and helped Hyatt become one of the best, and fastest growing hospitality brands in the world. Our transformative growth and the addition of new hotels, brands and business lines can open the door for exciting career and growth opportunities to our colleagues.

As we continue to grow, we never lose sight of what’s most important: People. We turn trips into journeys, encounters into experiences and jobs into careers.

Why Now?

This is an exciting time to be at Hyatt. We are growing rapidly and are looking for passionate changemakers to be a part of our journey. The hospitality industry is resilient and continues to offer dynamic opportunities for upward mobility, and Hyatt is no exception.

How We Care for Our People What sets us apart is our purpose-to care for people so they can be their best. Every business decision is made through the lens of our purpose, and it informs how we have and will continue to support each other as members of the Hyatt family. Our care for our colleagues is the key to our success. We’re proud to have earned a place on Fortune’s prestigious 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for the last ten years. This recognition is a testament to the tremendous way our Hyatt family continues to come together to care for one another.

We’re proud to offer exceptional corporate benefits which include:

• Annual allotment of free hotel stays at Hyatt hotels globally.
• Work-life benefits including wellbeing initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace subscription.
• A global family assistance policy with paid time off following the birth or adoption of a child as well as financial assistance for adoption.
• Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match.

Who You Are As our ideal candidate, you understand the power and purpose of our culture of care. You enjoy working with others, are results driven and are looking for a variety of opportunities to develop personally and professionally.

The Role Reporting to the Head of Design (Bunkhouse & JdV), the Director of New Projects is responsible for assisting the VP of Design on planning and coordinating project activities. This includes managing project management of all new builds and hotel conversions, and the primary point of contact for all external consultants.

The person in this position must have good communication skills, the ability to resolve conflict, and a thorough understanding of company policies. Furthermore, all Design team members must develop and maintain the company’s culture, values, and reputation in the public eye, and with all staff, guests, vendors, and partners.

Responsibilities will include:

• Adhere to all standards of operations, policies and procedures, manuals, training material, memos and verbal instruction.

• Assisting the Head of Design, JDV and Bunkhouse on planning and coordinating project activities

• Responsible for the project management of all new builds and hotel conversions – including oversight of PMs for overall execution, project timelines, budgets and Bunkhouse quality standards

• Functions as the primary point of contact for all external consultants and stakeholders to make sure that project goals are understood and being executed.

• Leads transition from construction to internal operations teams, ensuring that all milestones and systems are implemented to ensure on time project delivery

• Throughout project lifecycle, maintain current project documentation, including contracts, project plans, schedules, cost reports and progress reports

• Generate regular reports on project status, key milestones, and financial updates for internal stakeholders

• Manages the selection and execution of all design consultants – architects, engineers, interior designers, and all other external consultants

o Train and Assist Project Managers in managing relationships with stakeholders, including contractors, architects, designers, vendors, and regulatory authorities.

• Monitor project budgets and expenses, tracking costs, and maintaining financial records.

• Manage the review and approval of invoices and payment requests.

• Coordinate project activities, including meetings, site visits, and inspections.

• Leads internal pre-opening efforts to make sure that all internal departments are aligned in budget and schedule to meet opening dates

• Train and Assist in Project Manager in maintaining project schedules, tracking progress, and ensuring adherence to timelines.

• Supporting quality control efforts by assisting in monitoring construction progress

• Monitor potential construction related issues and assist in resolving project-related challenges.

• Continuously staying updated on industry trends, best practices, and regulations related to hotel development.

• Follows direction and task assigned by Head of Design, JDV and Bunkhouse.

Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience Required

• 8+ years’ project management experience.

• Bachelor’s Degree in related fields of design, construction or real estate development.

• Outstanding communication skills in English, both written and verbal. Multilingual Preferred.

• Should be proficient in AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication to contribute to the successful completion of hotel development projects.

• Sound decision making; the calm in the storm.

• Act with integrity & confidence; our reputation is paramount to our success.

• Ability to manage change effectively.

• Proven leadership that helps the company achieve its overall performance and profit goals and inspires and motivates the team.

• Highly motivated and pro-active; act with professionalism and positivity in all interactions.

• Ability to deliver high and consistent service standards.

• Ability to multitask, work in a fast-paced environment and have a high-level attention to detail.

• Flexibility to work a varied schedule, which may include weekends and holidays.

The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.

We Welcome You

Research shows that women, people of color and other historically excluded groups, tend to apply to jobs, only if they meet all the listed job qualifications. Unsure if you check every box, but feeling inspired to enhance your career? Apply. We’d love to consider your unique experiences and how you could make Hyatt even better.

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