Assistant Project Manager, Design & Construction

Function: The Assistant Project Manager is responsible for providing support and oversight on design and construction projects, including renovations and maintenance capital expenditures, for a real estate investment trust with an investment portfolio of more than 100 hotel assets. The incumbent is responsible for providing support for planning, executing, and tracking renovation, maintenance capital expenditures and ensuring that outside contractors and vendors on assigned projects have satisfied all related contractual obligations. This individual works collaboratively with an assigned Project Manager or Corp. Maintenance Engineer managing third party consultants and working with our Asset Management Team to improve the quality of the company’s hotel assets with a focus on the company’s mission. This individual facilitates many assigned projects simultaneously while working in a fast-paced environment. The incumbent supports the Design and Construction team on a variety of functions, including project and contract administration and E-Builder/Yardi interfacing. Responsibilities: Provide administrative and documentation support including project scope definition, schedule tracking, and weekly reporting updates. Assist with bid leveling and contractor recommendations. Initiate and manage the contract and change order processes within e-builder to include COI and lien waiver processes. Coordinate vendor setup processes within e-builder. Assist with project permit tracking and follow-up. Maintain approved supplier lists and participate in vetting suppliers. Coordinate procurement agent communication and provide feedback on supplier performance. Assist with the processing of invoices, and lien waivers pertinent to capital project and renovation execution. Assist with management of vendors and third-party consultants/contact follow-up as needed for efficient and timely project execution. Corporate office touchpoint for assigned projects, project lead, and external project managing consultants (as needed). Lead the project closeout process to include gathering all required documentation to complete close out of the project. Organize all documentation and store in E-Builder. Ensure policies and procedures for project execution are being followed by all relevant parties and assist where required. Full project management of specialized capital projects as directed by VP of Design and Construction and assist with special projects. Project oversight and budget reconciliation of asset-managed projects as assigned. Update weekly reports to include project trackers and/or project summaries. Assist with the development of Capital Improvement Authorization (CIA) forms and Project Summaries to include benchmarking data. Collaborate with the D&C Team to identify areas for process improvement including reporting, benchmarking, and standardized processes. Provide support for asset disposition efforts as assigned. Travel may be required. Requirements Skills: Ability to monitor compliance with construction, vendor, and similar contracts/agreements. Knowledge of construction, lodging, and real estate development is preferred, but not required. Proficiency in MS Project, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, or other industry-related scheduling software systems. Good judgment and the business acumen to make well-reasoned decisions with respect to matters arising on a day-to-day basis. Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and results-driven. Ability and desire to work collaboratively to ensure successful project execution. Ability to work independently, in a fast-paced environment while prioritizing projects to ensure timely deliverables. Must have strong organizational, interpersonal, and customer service skills. Must be detail-oriented and able to work in a highly dynamic and fast-paced environment. Education and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience. Preferable knowledge of E-Builder and Yardi Voyager (Yardi Asset and Property Management Software) or enterprise accounting/project management systems. Preferable knowledge of construction management process including project initiation, execution, and closeout Preferable knowledge of contract administration. 2 - 5 years of lodging industry or project coordination experience is preferred, but not required. Work Environment:  Position is based in Bethesda, MD  Onsite in the office four days a week, with one designated remote workday.  Compensation: $70,000-$75,000 Target bonus up to 10% RLJ Lodging Trust is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position. We are looking for someone with relevant skills and experience, not a checklist that exactly matches the job description. We want to help you grow and in return, you help us grow into a stronger, more inclusive organization. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. EOE Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, Roth) Life Insurance Short Term & Long Term Disability Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Transportation Benefits Training & Development Free Food & Snacks Discounted Health Club Membership Franchisor Hotel Discounts