What are the responsibilities and job description for the Capital Project Manager position at Lakewood Regional Support Bldg?
At Loews Hotels at Universal Orlando, our team members get to make a difference and have fun every day. Our world-class team brings to life the incredible, award-winning hotels located at Universal Orlando Resort.
Named one of Central Florida's Top Workplaces and one of America's Best-in-State Employers by Forbes, we are committed to our "power of we" culture.
Are you looking for a place where you can bring your authentic self to work every day and be able to connect, engage and delight?
We offer excellent benefits and perks including one free meal per shift and free theme park access.
We have a dynamic culture that makes every day interesting, challenging, fulfilling and fun.
We embrace diversity at our core and offer the opportunity for all team members to reach their potential.
We invest in training and development opportunities for all team members.
We promote social responsibility by being a good neighbor in the community.
We care for you, just as we care for others.
About Lakewood Regional Support
Our regional support center provides resources to our hotels for multiple areas including Human Resources, Engineering, Purchasing, Accounting, Security, Group Reservations, Guest Contact Center, Information Technology, Laundry and Communications.
Who We Are: Founded in 1960, Loews Hotels & Co-operates iconic hotels and resorts across the U.S. Together, our diverse and welcoming teams craft exceptional experiences in iconic destinations.
Growth and belonging start here; you'll be valued for who you are and the goals you have. Whether your next career chapter involves making memories for guests or supporting our properties in our Corporate Office, every role-from Guest Services to Finance, Culinary to IT-offers opportunities to grow and make a meaningful impact.
Creating a Team Member experience where you belong no matter what race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status that makes you, you is a daily focus for us.
What We Offer:
- Competitive health & wellness benefits, 401(k) & company match
- Paid Sick Days, Vacation, and Holidays, Paid Bereavement
- Pet Insurance and Paid Pet Bereavement
- Training & Development opportunities, career growth
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Team Member Hotel Rates, other discounts, perks and more
- Many of our Leadership positions are bonus eligible
What We're Looking For:
The Capital Project Manager is responsible for managing a variety of projects, as defined by the Director of Capital Projects, including new construction and renovations for 11 hotels, 2 commercial laundry facilities and 1 office building. The position partners with hotel management teams, Architects, Engineers, Consultants, Contractors, and vendors to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
Who You Are:
- Effective multi-tasker who can prioritize competing demands while maintaining attention to detail in a dynamic environment.
- Independent with sound judgment to make informed decisions based on available data and situational context rather than rigid guidelines.
- Skilled at evaluating and validating expenses to determine if they align with project scope and budget parameters, ensuring responsible financial management.
- Problem solver able to identify and resolve challenges independently to include people, processes and systems.
- Veterans and military spouses encouraged to apply.
What You'll Do:
- Lead and manage all aspects of assigned capital projects, including developing scope, timelines, and resource allocation for each project. Serves as the key person in charge of the day-to-day project management and contract administration.
- Work closely with hotel management teams to ensure project alignment with goals.
- Create and manage project budgets, forecasting costs, and ensuring that financial resources are allocated effectively to achieve project goals.
- Monitor project progress and quality, ensuring that work meets established standards.
- Manage changes to project scope, schedule, and costs, utilizing critical thinking to adapt plans and ensure successful implementation.
- Negotiate and manage contracts and relationships with consultants, vendors and contractors, exercising independent judgment to select and oversee external partners.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all project stakeholders, providing regular updates and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Anticipates project and team risks; Solves complex challenges and conflicts
- Identify and resolve issues that arise during project execution, adapting plans as necessary to ensure successful outcomes.
- Analyze project outcomes and provide recommendations for future projects, utilizing independent judgment to evaluate success and areas for improvement.
- Ensure all projects comply with goals and assess potential risks to mitigate issues proactively.
Your Experience Includes:
- Bachelor's degree in construction or related field preferred.
- Experience in commercial construction project management; hotel environment, preferred.
- Experience should include writing scopes of work.
- Highly competent in Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, and other capital planning tools to streamline project timelines, track budgets, and drive efficiency in planning and execution processes.
- Proficient in reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications.
- Bluebeam knowledge needed
Loews Hotels & Co is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.
