Job Description

Noble Investment Group

Project Director – Design and Development

Organization

With more than $6.0 billion invested in travel and hospitality real estate over the past three decades, Noble brings scale, consistency, and focus to one of the most dynamic sectors of the U.S. economy. As a fiduciary for globally recognized institutional investors, including pension plans, endowments, foundations, wealth managers, and insurance companies, Noble is entrusted to preserve and compound capital across cycles. Recognized among PERE’s Top 200 Global Investment Managers and as a Best Place to Work by Pensions & Investments and the Atlanta Business Chronicle , Noble’s track record reflects enduring performance, partnership, and purpose.

Position Summary

As part of its continued growth and development, this Atlanta-based hospitality real estate investment firm is seeking a Project Director to lead the planning and execution of hotel renovation projects. This role reports to Noble’s Senior Vice President of Development and supports the firm’s investment of capital to create value. 

This role is responsible for ensuring that renovation projects are finished on schedule and within budget, while meeting the quality standards set by the project's goals and objectives.

Specific responsibilities include:

Pre-Construction, Design & Procurement:

· Visit project sites to define the scope of work for the renovation, evaluate existing conditions, and determine operational impact.

· Ensure the project scope of work aligns with the Brand Property Improvement Plan, Noble investment objectives, capital expenditure strategies, and hotel operational requirements.

· Establish and manage detailed Development Milestone schedules that highlight key timelines for the project including Design, Procurement and Project Execution.

· Procure and contract the services of the project Architect and Interior Designer along with other required consultants needed based on the project scope of work. 

· Manage the design process to ensure project scope, milestone schedule and budget goals are being met. Review and coordinate drawing submissions to ensure brand standards, ADA, and all project scopes of work are included. Confirm building permit requirements and monitor the design team submissions to ensure project timelines are met. Ensure brand submissions occur in a timely manner.

· Contract and manage a purchasing agent to ensure the prompt and coordinated ordering and delivery of all FF&E & OS&E. Review quantities and verify final counts as needed before placing orders while overseeing budgets.

· Identify, qualify and manage General Contractors, other consultants/contractors and vendors required to complete the scope required for the project including Owner-direct purchase items. Manage the bidding and GC RFP process, analyzing bids for cost, scope, and schedule impacts. 

· Draft, negotiate and finalize contracts including preparing documentation to ensure that all project scope, budget and insurance requirements are being met.

Construction & Project Closeout:

· Monitor construction by visiting the project to ensure critical schedule milestones are being met and that the quality and scope of the renovation meet the Noble standard.

· Manage communication between the contractor, design team, procurement agents and hotel operations team to ensure the project is coordinated across all parties.

· Oversee the project budget including monthly financial reporting projecting final cost.

· Administer the GC contract by reviewing pay apps, tracking lien waivers, and verifying construction progress.

· Coordinate the generation and completion of the project punch lists to ensure the contractor fulfils all their obligations under the contract and manage the closeout process with the brand.

· Ensure the delivery of all required project closeout documents i.e. as-built drawings, operations and maintenance manuals and warranty documents. Facilitate training with hotel staff on MEP systems, AV and Technology.

General Responsibilities:

· Maintain and prepare monthly internal reporting which includes updates to Contract Tracking Log, Projected Final Costs and Monthly project report. 

· Ensure all project files, drawing and records are maintained with current information.

· Continued refinement of project implementation process and standards to ensure consistent project execution.

· Assist Noble asset management teams as needed on capital expenditure projects where Noble development expertise is needed.

· Maintain reliable relationships with industry professionals.

Qualifications

The qualified candidate should possess the following skills and qualities:

· University degree; with preferable specialty in engineering, construction or architecture preferred.

· At least five (5+) years related experience in construction or architectural construction administration and project management, with experience and understanding of hotel renovation, design, FF&E and operations integration

· Established relationships with Contractor, Design, Brand and Vendor partners.

· Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

· Ability to work well in a fast-paced professional office environment.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Ability and willingness to invest time and effort to complete projects with hard deadlines.

· Resourceful, well-organized, dependable, and detail-oriented.

· Ability to travel to projects sites on a regular basis for pre-planning, project execution and closeout.

Location

The role is a full-time in-person position in Noble’s corporate office in Atlanta, GA.

Noble Investment Group

2000 Monarch Tower

3424 Peachtree Road, NE

Atlanta, Georgia 30326

Compensation

Noble Investment Group offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience. Additional benefits include:

· Health, dental, and vision insurance

· 401(k) retirement plan with employer match

· Paid time off and paid holidays

· Wellness initiatives, team engagement events and volunteer paid time off

Equal Opportunity Employer

Noble Investment Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion strengthen our team and drive success. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and join us in building a workplace that reflects the communities we serve.

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