Senior Construction Project Manager – Hotel Development

Company Description

Seva Hospitality, a vertically integrated hotel construction, development, and management company specializing in delivering exceptional properties for leading brands including Marriott, Hilton, IHG, and Choice Hotels. With a commitment to quality, innovation, and operational excellence, Seva Hospitality oversees every stage of the hotel lifecycle — from ground-up construction and strategic development to day-to-day management — ensuring long-term value and guest satisfaction across its growing portfolio.

Job Description

Build Hotels. Build Teams. Build the Future.

Seva Hospitality is a growing, entrepreneurial hospitality company specializing in hotel construction, development, and management based in Northern Kentucky/Cincinnati. We specialize in developing high-quality, efficient, and brand-forward hotels. Our team is looking for a Senior Construction Project Manager who thrives in a fast-moving, owner-driven environment. An ideal candidate has a strong background in hotel development to lead ground-up and major renovation projects from pre-construction through close-out.

This is not a bureaucratic role. You will work directly with ownership and senior leadership, playing a critical role in shaping how our hotels are built—from early feasibility through grand opening. Candidates with hotel, multi-family, and commercial experience are encouraged to apply, with strong preference given to those with hands-on experience in Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) construction.

What You’ll Do

• Lead ground-up hotel development projects from concept through completion

• Partner directly with ownership on budgeting, feasibility, and design decisions

• Drive pre-construction efforts including estimating, value engineering, and scheduling

• Manage general contractors, consultants, and trades with a focus on accountability and execution

• Own project budgets, schedules, and quality outcomes—no handoffs, no silos

• Oversee change orders, cost reporting, and forecasting

• Coordinate with hotel brands to ensure standards are met without overbuilding

• Solve problems in real time and make informed decisions in the field

• Conduct weekly site walks, lead progress meetings, and maintain momentum through close-out

• Support post-construction close-out, punch lists, and warranty follow-up

• Help refine Seva’s construction processes as we continue to scale

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (or equivalent experience)

• 5+ years of construction project management experience, with a strong focus on hotel development

• Proven success managing ground-up hospitality projects

• Direct experience with Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) construction strongly preferred

• Experience in multi-family and/or commercial construction projects

• Strong understanding of construction contracts, Gantt chart scheduling, budgeting, and cost controls

• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and fast-paced project environments

• Proficiency in construction management software (e.g., Blue Beam, MS Project, Raken, or similar)

• OSHA certification or equivalent safety training

• Willingness to travel as required for project oversight

Additional Information

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience

• Performance-based incentives

• Health insurance

• Vision insurance

• Dental insurance

• Employee discount at Marriott, Hilton, & IHG locations

• Flexible schedule