Project Manager – Hospitality Construction

Shopping Center Management d b a Turnberry Associates•Aventura, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee hospitality renovation projects at the JW Marriott Nashville, a luxury, Marriott-branded hotel. This role requires a highly organized, detail-oriented construction professional with proven experience managing projects in occupied, luxury hospitality environments where quality, schedule, cleanliness, and guest experience are critical. The Project Manager will serve as the on-site owner’s representative, working closely with hotel management, the General Contractor, other contractors and vendors that are hired directly by the Owner, and senior leadership teams based in Miami. This role is 100% site-based and demands proactive leadership, excellent communication skills, independent decision-making, and the ability to effectively manage work in a fully operational hotel setting.

Requirements

7–10 years of construction project management experience
Proven experience managing hospitality, hotel, or luxury interior renovation projects
Strong experience working in occupied buildings with active guests
Excellent understanding of: Construction sequencing Subcontractor coordination Schedule management Quality control
Strong communication skills with the ability to interface professionally with: Hotel leadership Contractors and trades Executive-level stakeholders
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive
Comfortable working independently on-site while coordinating with remote leadership teams
Ability to manage fast-paced work with limited shutdown windows

Nice To Haves

Experience working on Marriott-branded or comparable luxury hospitality projects
Restaurant renovation experience within operating hotels
Familiarity with owner-direct contracting environments
Experience working in the field with General and Subcontractors.

Responsibilities

Serve as the on-site Project Manager and supervisor, ensuring all work progresses according to schedule, quality standards, and safety requirements
Maintain the luxury quality level expected at a JW Marriott property
Act as the primary daily point of contact for: Hotel Management General Contractor Other contractors and vendors hired directly by the Owner Senior Project Manager and Executive Team (Miami-based)
Coordinate and monitor contractor activities to ensure: Clear communication Proper sequencing of work Compliance with hotel operating hours and guest impact requirements Work meets Owner’s quality standards Project budget and schedule is maintained
Work closely with the construction and property operations teams to ensure: Work areas are clean, organized, and guest-ready prior to guest access Minimal disruption to hotel operations
Review completed and in-progress work daily and: Identify deficiencies Communicate required corrections to the project team Track resolution to completion
Assist with bidding, hiring, scheduling and coordination of any contractors or vendors that will be hired directly by the Owner
Support site visits by Miami-based leadership and hotel management
Provide regular updates on progress, issues, and upcoming activities
Ensure compliance with safety standards, hotel protocols, and brand expectations