Sr. Project Manager - Hotel Development

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About Trestle Studio

Trestle Studio is a boutique real estate investment and development firm with a focus on lifestyle assets. Trestle specializes in tailoring branding and design to unlock the true value of our assets while bridging development expertise with financial discipline. Most importantly, we are a team of individuals passionate about creating inspiring places and experiences that are also community builders. The Trestle team is behind some of the most recognizable brands in the hospitality industry.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager, based in or around San Antonio, Texas, with a minimum of 5 years of relevant project management experience to bring dedicated knowledge and support to our El Tropicano hotel project. The Senior Project Manager will oversee construction activities, anticipated cost reporting and scheduling. The Senior Project Manager will liaise with outside consultants regarding design and will work closely with other members of the development team, including our development partners, project accountants and internal Trestle personnel.

Responsibilities:

On-site management of all construction related activities

Maintaining CO/RFI logs and ensuring timely responses

Review and recommendation of costs and schedules presented by the project team

Monitor and report project schedule and progress

Liaise with General Contractor, subcontractors, supplier, engineers, architect, municipal and county representatives

Ensure adherence with construction management policies and procedures

Administration of contracts, plans, and specifications

Quality control of goods and materials

Review contracts, contractor requisitions, change order and draw requests

Assist in plan review for cost estimating and constructability issues

Work with in-house development team to maintain effective communication and follow up with employees, suppliers, contractors, subcontractors

Coordinate permits and Owner required testing; Monitor Contractor and Subcontractor required testing

Attend site project meetings as the Owner’s Representative

Management of Punch List and Commissioning

Coordinate project close-out, warranty work, and transition to asset management and/or Operators

Other duties, as assigned

Qualifications:

Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related field

Minimum of five (5) years related experience

Understanding of standard construction management procedures and ability to manage project team to ensure compliance with said policies

Strong quantitative, analytical, and communication skills

The ability to juggle multiple priorities and maintain an attention to detail is paramount

The applicant must have strong technical and analytical skills, including a careful eye when reading and analyzing project-related documents and contracts

Ability to track project expenditures and manage project cash flows during construction

Must be a highly-motivated self-starter that pays attention to detail and is committed to meeting deadlines

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Projects

Proficiency with Google Workspace

Knowledge in CM/development accounting software such as Yardi preferred

Willingness to travel, sometimes on short notice, as dictated by business needs

Experience with ground up full service hotel development is preferred

Desire to hit the ground running and learn from a team of experienced hotel makers