Manager, Construction

Overview Journey with us Combine your career goals and sense of adventure by joining our incredible team of employees at Royal Caribbean Group. We are proud to offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, and excellent career development opportunities, each offering unique ways to explore the world. We are proud to be the vacation‑industry leader with global brands — including Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises and Silversea Cruises — the most innovative fleet and private destinations, and the best people. Together, we are dedicated to turning the vacation of a lifetime into a lifetime of vacations for our guests. Position Summary Royal Caribbean Group’s Private Destinations Team has an exciting career opportunity for a full time Manager, Site Construction reporting to the Director, Construction. This position will be working onsite from Cozumel / Mahahual. We’re seeking a solid Construction Project Manager to join our team. This position will report to the Director or Sr Manager of Construction and will oversee assigned land‑based projects. This person will oversee the entire construction phases for the assigned land‑based project. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Negotiate and/or support the process of negotiating contracts, subcontracts, and purchase orders. Maintain and regularly produce reports utilizing a combination of Project Management Software and Microsoft Office programs. Establish, update, and communicate the Master Project Schedule and manage its implementation. Hold external vendors/contractors responsible for delays and cost overruns from the project schedule. Provide support in contracts, subcontracts, change orders, and purchase orders negotiations. Attend scheduled weekly progress meetings and other internal project/program meetings, and track progress and risks, as necessary. Promote RCI’s involvement in the community to help build strategic relationships and to embrace local communities. Foster and enhance architect, contractor, subcontractor, and vendor relations. Lead and manage a broad range of activities associated with design, pre‑construction, construction, and closeout. Manage budget and financial reporting, interpret, and analyze reports to ensure adherence to project budget. Manage the Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) program. Lead efforts to analyze risk and define schedule related issues, including analysis of long‑lead materials or equipment which may impact project schedule & forecast variance. Serve as the primary contact for project status. Provide leadership in risk evaluation, contract negotiations, fee, and pricing decisions. Lead change management processes, by updating logs, routing source documents to vendors, obtaining pricing, developing estimates and proposals. Participate in the design and execution of destinations within the Product Development - Private Destinations team. Support a clear short and long‑term roadmap and effectively project manage complex timelines and deliverables. Work closely with key stakeholders from the various departments across the organization to understand how to adapt and evolve the strategy for delivering a flawless product at our private destinations. Lead product development process for global regions Private Destinations while working closely with Project Team on concept development, programming and the accurate execution of concepts to ensure innovation and authenticity are maximized. Guarantee product specifications created enable a desirable and viable product for future guests. Creates presentations showcasing construction milestones to share recommendations with senior management. Perform other duties as required. Qualifications 7‑10 years of experience leading construction projects as a commercial Project Manager. Experience with commercial projects (retail, restaurant, hospitality). Demonstrate a high standard of persona, accountability and integrity. Mentor staff to the same high standards. Bachelor’s degree required; construction management, engineering, architecture or similar (preferred). Knowledge and Skills Demonstrated basic knowledge of building materials, detailing, construction techniques, building systems selection, related engineering principles, sustainability strategies and building codes. Able to multitask, prioritize and manage time efficiently. Able to analyze structural, architectural, MEP and civil drawings. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Accurate and precise attention to detail and highly organized. Able to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions. Solid understanding of the construction industry. Self‑motivated and self‑directed. Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational skills, ability to self‑direct, strong background in mission critical projects, engineering, controls, operational requirements, and an emphasis on project / construction management. Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel), Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar project management software. Experience of working both independently and in a team‑oriented, fast‑paced, collaborative environment is essential. Strong interpersonal skills. The ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high‑pressure environment is crucial. Data Driven. PMP preferred. Closing We know there’s a lot to consider. As you go through the application process, our recruiters will be glad to provide guidance, and more relevant details to answer any additional questions. Thank you again for your interest in Royal Caribbean Group. We’ll hope to see you onboard soon EEO Statement It is the policy of the Company to ensure equal employment and promotion opportunity to qualified candidates without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, sexuality, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Royal Caribbean Group and each of its subsidiaries prohibit and will not tolerate discrimination or harassment. #J-18808-Ljbffr