Director of Construction and Development – Aspen Hospitality

Company Description

Aspen Hospitality, a division of Aspen One, owns and operates a portfolio of hotels and residences that currently consists of The Little Nell, Aspen’s only Five-Star, Five-Diamond, ski-in/ski-out hotel and its affiliated Residences at The Little Nell, both of which are located at the base of Aspen Mountain; the Limelight Hotel Aspen and Limelight Hotel Snowmass in Colorado; the Limelight Hotel Ketchum near Sun Valley in Idaho and the Limelight Denver, adjacent to Denver’s Union Station. Two additional Limelight Hotels in Mammoth, California, and Boulder, Colorado, are currently in development as well as a new Nell property at Rockefeller Center in New York City. Aspen Hospitality also owns and operates the ASPENX Mountain Club and the Snowmass Mountain Club. Aspen One is the parent company of Aspen Skiing Company, Aspen Hospitality and ASPENX and leverages its influence across all of its business units to advance climate action, community engagement and racial justice. For more information, visit www.aspenhospitality.co. 

Job Description

Summary

The Director of Construction & Development is responsible for ensuring the timely and efficient completion of hotel construction and renovation projects by overseeing all phases of the project, from concept design through punch and close out. This entails working with a variety of stakeholders to schedule and plan work, coordinate equipment and materials, operate within budget, and proactively manage overall progress.

The ideal candidate will be located in the Roaring Fork Valley as their main oversight of projects are located in Aspen, CO.

The salary range for this role is between $165,000 and $205,000 annually. Actual pay will be dependent on budget and experience, all our salaried roles are eligible for bonus.

Job Posting Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted until November 15, 2024.

Essential Job Functions

• Creating and issuing RFP’s for procuring all members of the project team including architect, consultants, engineers, general contractor, FF&E & other direct vendors.
• Determine and define scope of work and deliverables
• Drive scope decisions in collaboration with team of internal and external stakeholders.
• Complete feasibility studies on cost, schedule and permitting implications of design options.
• Obtain necessary permits, approvals, and other regulatory prerequisites
• Draft and submit budget based on scope of work and resource requirements
• Manage costs in order to meet budget
• Provide direction over contracts and subcontracts
• Manage construction schedule and activities
• Develop and implement coordinated operations plan during construction with adjacent stakeholders
• Issue progress updates as needed regarding costs and timelines
• Arrange, chair and minute meetings whether video conference or in person and diligently follow up on action items
• Ensure work is done in compliance with all relevant building and safety codes
• Select and manage subcontractor and supplier relationships
• Coordinate efforts across entire project between architects, designers, engineers, and subcontractors
• Locate, analyze and mitigate risk exposures throughout the project
• Work with FF&E and operations teams to manage the process through hotel opening

The position includes the potential to work on several prestigious projects both to the existing portfolio and new ground up projects. A strong background in hospitality construction is preferable. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator and be able to manage in house teams, external design teams, and contractors in an effective, orderly fashion. As well as significant experience managing construction projects, candidates will need to frequently report internally to the executive team so a high proficiency on project presentations and reporting is desirable. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or related field
• 10+ years of hotel renovation and new build hotel construction experience
• 3+ years of hotel renovation/construction experience in mountain and resort environments is a plus
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Excel, Project and AutoCAD or similar software
• Strong Knowledge in the construction management field required
• Technical knowledge and experience with mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems found in the typical hotel, retail and food service environment
• Comfortable reading and understanding blueprints and drawings
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction, engineering, and architecture principles
• Ability to budget, schedule, negotiate, and control costs
• High degree of familiarity with contract and subcontract documents, terms, and conditions
• Strong leadership and management skills

Additional Information

Supervision Given and Received 

Given: Exercises direct supervision over all contractors and where applicable, direct subcontractors. A variety of routine tasks sets general expectations of results expected within company’s policies and procedures. Responsibilities include but are not limited to, interviewing, hiring, planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Received: Works under the general supervision of the VP of Construction. Receives continuing or individual assignments according to supervisor’s directions and may perform routine tasks. Expectations of the quality, quantity and deadlines are clearly set. Instructions, advice and assistance available as needed. Work is reviewed on demand or during scheduled check-ins.

Work Environment and Physical Demands 

Job performed indoors and outdoors on construction sites. Frequent travel to jobsites required. Anticipated projects are in Aspen, so the ability to both travel and have easy access to Aspen will be considered essential. Must be able to occasionally lift, push or pull 25 lbs. individually or with assistance.

Job Benefits

This position is classified as a regular full-time position eligible for the following benefits:

Enrollment dates differ across the various programs. 

• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Programs
• Flexible Spending Account Programs
• Life Insurance Programs
• Paid Time Off Programs
• Paid Leave Programs
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Ski Pass and Dependent Ski Passes
• Other company perks

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. By accepting a position with Aspen One, Aspen Snowmass, Aspen Ventures or Aspen Hospitality you acknowledge that you are able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. To request accommodation during the application and interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 970-300-7700. 

This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Aspen One is an equal opportunity employer (Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran). At Aspen One, inclusion, equity, and diversity are fundamental to fulfilling our vision of building a better workplace and better world. From our hiring practices through the entire employee experience, we embrace and celebrate the unique experiences, perspectives and cultural backgrounds that each employee brings to the workplace. We encourage diverse points of view which allows us to develop innovative solutions to the ever-evolving world of work. Aspen One strives to foster an environment where our employees feel respected, valued and empowered, and our team members are at the forefront of helping us promote and sustain an inclusive workplace that works for all.

For an overview of Aspen One Company’s benefits and other compensation visit www.aspensnowmass.com/employment/benefits-and-perks

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