Senior Project Manager – Hotel Renovations (General Contractor)

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 Canada’s 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

7–8 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 hands‑on 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.

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