CapEx Project Manager

Reporting to the Corporate Director of CapEx and Engineering, the CapEx Project Manager will be responsible for managing a wide range of capital expenditure projects and initiatives throughout Magna Hospitality’s national portfolio of full- and select-service hotels.

Essential Job Functions

• Oversight, management, tracking, and reporting of Capital projects, ongoing projects/renovations in our hotels, and other ad hoc initiatives as required,
• Work with and support the efforts of Regional and Property-level Directors of Engineering in the identification, prioritization, and execution of Capital projects, including budgeting, scheduling, and team supplementation and development.
• Administration of competitive bid processes for Capital projects, including preparing and issuing RFPs, validating contractor qualifications, bid leveling, and award.
• Assisting with the negotiations with contractors and vendors to achieve the best value for labor and materials associated with the property improvement/development plan and in accordance with franchise requirements.
• As needed, assist field personnel with coordination relative to state, county, and township requirements for permits/inspections and to attend related meetings.
• Assist with the development of annual property-level CapEx budgets.
• Report and communicate all departmental initiatives and performance to executive-level corporate stakeholders.
• Manage third-party vendors and national accounts, as required, setting clear expectations and ensuring accountability.
• Work with the corporate risk management team to ensure all insurance requirements are met and maximize company underwriting and insurance pricing advantage.
• Aid in Due Diligence activities as required by acquisitions and development teams.
• Review and provide input into the selection of major mechanical specifications.
• Assist in setting procedures to ensure the security of inventory and assets such as tools, basic supplies, TV’s, and standard FF&E within hotels.
• Assist staff in properly cataloging all property mechanical equipment with location, origination date, make, model and known repairs.

Position Requirements

• 5+ years of progressive experience in multi-property facility management in the hospitality industry.
• Experience with engineering, design, and execution of small- to medium-scale projects covering both infrastructure (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, IT, life safety) and cosmetic (finishes, FF&E, etc.) scopes.
• Proven ability to represent Owner objectives and translate them into practical, achievable, and cost-effective execution through the leadership of property-level Engineering teams across a multi-property, varied brand portfolio.
• Excellent organizational, negotiation, project management, interpersonal and communication skills - oral and written,
• Demonstrated ability to track information, perform complex analyses, summarize, and make a sound recommendation to executive leadership.
• Lead by example and influence, setting a tone of transparency, integrity, and service; demonstrate future-oriented thinking; generate positive energy in the organization,
• Superior analytical skills and extensive experience with analysis/utilization of reports, P&L's and balance sheets to develop budgets and supportable projections.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word and Excel)

Desirable Skills/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or equivalent
• Familiarity with major hotel brand design and operating standards
• Up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, best practices, and technology, have the ability to read construction drawings
• Ability to foster a culture of process discipline and continuous improvement to deliver effective results
• Cultivate relationships, gain credibility with diverse constituencies, and collaborate effectively within a decentralized environment

Work Environment and Context

• Frequent (50-75%) travel required.