Director of Construction

Director of Construction - Hospitality Renovations (Washington, DC)
 
We're partnering with a hospitality group in the DC region seeking a Director‑level construction leader to oversee hotel renovation, PIP, and capital project execution across a growing portfolio. This role requires a hands‑on operator with deep experience in hospitality renovations, multi‑property programs, and fast‑paced, occupied‑hotel environments.
 
Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of hotel renovation and PIP projects across multiple properties
• Oversee budgets, schedules, scopes, and contractor performance from preconstruction through closeout
• Manage vendor relationships, procurement, and contract administration
• Conduct site walks, assess project readiness, and ensure brand‑standards compliance
• Coordinate with ownership, operations, design teams, and GCs to maintain project momentum
• Implement project controls, reporting, and quality standards across all active projects
• Identify risks early and drive solutions that protect schedule and budget
• Support annual capital planning and portfolio‑wide project prioritization

Requirements

• 7+ years in hospitality construction, hotel renovations, or capital projects
• Experience managing multi‑million‑dollar PIPs, conversions, or full‑service hotel renovations
• Strong field coordination skills and ability to manage multiple concurrent projects
• Proven ability to work in occupied hotels and fast‑turn environments
• Vendor/GC management experience and strong communication skills
• Ability to travel regionally as needed

Preferred

• Experience with Marriott, Hilton, IHG, Hyatt, or similar brand standards
• Background in architecture, owner's representation, or GC‑side hospitality work
• Familiarity with budgeting, estimating, and capital planning