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Senior Project Manager Hotel Renovations (General Contractor) Location: Toronto, ON (corporate office) + national site travel Employment Type: Full-Time Compensation: $160,000$175,000 base + 10% bonus + benefits Client: Confidential (via Next Step Recruitment) About the Company (Confidential National Hotel Owner & GC Division) Our client is one of Canadas largest hotel ownership groups, operating a portfolio of nearly 100 hotels nationwide. In addition to managing capital projects across the portfolio, they launched their own fully integrated general contracting division approximately three years ago. This GC division now self-performs the majority of hotel renovation projects across the country from guestroom renovations to full multi-story refreshes, lobby and public space upgrades, corridor refurbishments, and brand-driven Property Improvement Plans (PIPs). The organization currently has 78 projects underway at any given time, located across Canada (Ontario, East Coast, West Coast, Atlantic provinces). Many projects require short-term travel and on-site presence for key phases. If you enjoy fast-paced renovation work, complex coordination, and leading projects in operating hotel environments, this is an exceptional opportunity. Role Summary We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead hotel renovation projects from initial estimating through project turnover. This is a highly handson role requiring strong leadership, deep coordination skills, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders at once including hotel operations, owners, design teams, superintendents, and trades. Because projects occur in fully operational hotels, the SPM must be exceptional at planning, scheduling, communicating, and anticipating risks. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where accountability, consistency, and client service are central to the work. What Makes This Role Unique Live, Occupied Environment Projects are executed while hotels remain open. The SPM ensures: - floors and room blocks are scheduled accurately - noisy work is tightly coordinated with hotel operations - guest impact is minimized - turnovers occur exactly as communicated Hotel operations rely on construction schedules to forecast revenue and occupancy. If construction delays cause oversold nights, the hotel bears the cost of relocating guests. This makes precision and communication absolutely essential. National Project Portfolio SPMs may oversee projects in various regions. Travel is based on project phases such as kickoff, milestone reviews, and turnovers. Self-Performing GC Model The GC division handles end-to-end delivery including: - estimating - procurement - site supervision - subcontractor management - owner reporting This creates an environment where project managers have full-cycle accountability and strong influence on outcomes. Key Responsibilities Pre-Construction & Estimating - Lead estimating for guestroom, corridor, public area, and BOH renovations - Prepare budgets, bids, scopes, and tender packages - Conduct site assessments and preconstruction walkthroughs - Collaborate with designers, architects, ownership, and hotel operators - Provide value-engineering solutions while maintaining brand standards - Develop realistic phasing plans and schedules tied to operational constraints Project Management & Execution - Manage projects from mobilization through turnover - Create and maintain detailed project schedules with floor-by-floor sequencing - Run procurement, submittals, RFIs, and contract administration - Coordinate daily workflows with superintendents and site teams - Ensure subtrades adhere to sequencing (demo flooring tile electrical finishes, etc.) - Maintain strong communication with hotel management to forecast noise windows, room blocks, and milestones - Lead turnover inspections and punchlist closeout Operational Leadership - Guide and mentor junior PMs, coordinators, and support staff - Partner closely with superintendents, who typically work 7-day rotations during peak phases - Support field operations through problem-solving, material coordination, and schedule management - Uphold safety, quality, cleanliness, and infection control standards in active hotel environments Financial Oversight - Lead forecasting, cost tracking, and reporting - Approve invoices, progress draws, and subcontractor payments - Identify and mitigate cost exposures early Qualifications - 10+ years of construction project management experience - 5+ years in hotel renovations OR fast-paced interior renovation work - Strong estimating capabilities (required) - Experience managing projects in active/operational environments - Expertise in sequencing and trade coordination - Strong understanding of budgets, forecasting, and construction financials - Experience with major hotel brands standards is an asset (Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt, etc.) - Proficiency with construction software such as Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, Sage - Excellent client communication and problem-solving skills - Ability to travel for project work (duration varies by project) - Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (preferred) Travel Expectations - Travel required during critical phases - Typical trips include kickoff, site setup, progress checks, and turnovers - When on-site, accommodations are provided at the hotel - Some projects may involve sustained presence for multiple weeks at a time Compensation & Benefits - Base salary: $160,000$175,000 - Annual bonus: 10% - Mileage reimbursement - Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision) - Paid vacation + holidays - Opportunities for continued career growth as the GC division expands How to Apply Please submit your resume through this application page. Qualified candidates will be contacted by Next Step Recruitment for a confidential discussion prior to any introduction to the hiring team. #J-18808-Ljbffr