Project Manager – Construction & Hotel Fit-Out

Location: Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire/Site-based
Travel: Extensive travel to project sites within 50 miles of London 

About the Role 

Hiddenwell is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Project Manager to lead construction, refurbishment, and interior fit-out projects across our growing portfolio. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering exceptional hospitality environments that align with our operational standards, guest experience expectations, and brand vision. 

Based at our Central Services in Moreton-in-Marsh, you will manage multiple hotel development and renovation projects from concept through to opening, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. 

Key Responsibilities 

Project Delivery & Management

• Delivering construction and interior fit-out projects on schedule, within budget, and in line with Hiddenwell brand standards
• Managing renovation and new development projects from concept through to completion and opening
• Overseeing quality assurance and ensure operational readiness across all projects
• Coordinating internal and external stakeholders including Fire Life Safety, MEP, Security, IT, F&B, Asset Management, Legal, Sustainability, and consultant teams
• Supporting Development teams with feasibility reviews of plans and drawings for prospective projects
• Leading project kick-off meetings and communicate project objectives, timelines, and processes clearly to all stakeholders
• Managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality, budget, and programme expectations
• Participating in value engineering processes to support project feasibility and cost control

Design & Brand Compliance

• Providing strategic direction to design consultants regarding brand standards, operational requirements, and design intent
• Reviewing and commenting on design drawings, construction documentation, and specifications
• Inspecting model guestrooms and project designs to ensure adherence to brand and operational standards
• Supporting projects from scope definition and design brief development through final project sign-off
• Balancing brand standards, guest expectations, owner priorities, and commercial considerations in decision-making

Stakeholder Management

• Building and maintaining excellent relationships with owners, franchisees, hotel leadership teams, and project stakeholders
• Acting as a key point of contact throughout the project lifecycle
• Ensuring consistent communication and collaboration with regional teams and operational leadership
• Supporting presentations for Main Board and investors

Additional Responsibilities

• Undertaking additional duties and special projects as required by leadership
• Ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures

About You

Experience

• Have a minimum 5 years’ experience in hospitality project management preferred
• Have proven experience managing multiple projects within fast-paced environments
• Have an excellent understanding of hotel design, renovation, and development processes

Skills & Knowledge

• Have excellent commercial awareness and business acumen
• Have excellent problem-solving and creative thinking abilities
• Have excellent organisational and time management skills
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Have the ability to build strong working relationships across diverse stakeholder groups
• Have excellent customer service and negotiation skills
• Have the ability to interpret architectural, engineering, and mechanical drawings
• Have proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Have an excellent understanding of innovation and industry trends within hospitality and construction

Qualifications

• Hold a degree in Construction Management or related discipline preferred, or equivalent industry experience
• Hold professional accreditation desirable (APM, CIOB, RICS)

Additional Information

• 40 hours per week, however flexibility will be required due to the nature of the role and the business needs
• Working hours: 0900-1700hrs
• Salary range: £60,000-£70,000 per annum (dependant on experience)
• Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this role now or in the future

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Company Car
• Complimentary Spa Day on work anniversaries at any of our company spas
• Coffee, tea and snacks from our kitchen
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program
• 30% discount on overnight stays and spa days
• Discounts on food, drink and retail across our venues
• Pension scheme
• Free Parking
• Refer-a-Friend scheme
• Excellent Induction and training programme
• Perkbox Online benefits and discounts
• On-line Doctor support (appointments/prescriptions)
• A fun, supportive and inclusive work environment with loads of development opportunities

Why Join Hiddenwell? 

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing hospitality business where you can make a genuine impact on exciting development and refurbishment projects. You will work alongside passionate teams dedicated to creating exceptional guest experiences across luxury spa and hotel destinations.

Project Manager – Construction & Hotel Fit-Out

Location: Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire/Site-based
Travel: Extensive travel to project sites within 50 miles of London 

About the Role 

Hiddenwell is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Project Manager to lead construction, refurbishment, and interior fit-out projects across our growing portfolio. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering exceptional hospitality environments that align with our operational standards, guest experience expectations, and brand vision. 

Based at our Central Services in Moreton-in-Marsh, you will manage multiple hotel development and renovation projects from concept through to opening, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. 

Key Responsibilities 

Project Delivery & Management

• Delivering construction and interior fit-out projects on schedule, within budget, and in line with Hiddenwell brand standards
• Managing renovation and new development projects from concept through to completion and opening
• Overseeing quality assurance and ensure operational readiness across all projects
• Coordinating internal and external stakeholders including Fire Life Safety, MEP, Security, IT, F&B, Asset Management, Legal, Sustainability, and consultant teams
• Supporting Development teams with feasibility reviews of plans and drawings for prospective projects
• Leading project kick-off meetings and communicate project objectives, timelines, and processes clearly to all stakeholders
• Managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality, budget, and programme expectations
• Participating in value engineering processes to support project feasibility and cost control

Design & Brand Compliance

• Providing strategic direction to design consultants regarding brand standards, operational requirements, and design intent
• Reviewing and commenting on design drawings, construction documentation, and specifications
• Inspecting model guestrooms and project designs to ensure adherence to brand and operational standards
• Supporting projects from scope definition and design brief development through final project sign-off
• Balancing brand standards, guest expectations, owner priorities, and commercial considerations in decision-making

Stakeholder Management

• Building and maintaining excellent relationships with owners, franchisees, hotel leadership teams, and project stakeholders
• Acting as a key point of contact throughout the project lifecycle
• Ensuring consistent communication and collaboration with regional teams and operational leadership
• Supporting presentations for Main Board and investors

Additional Responsibilities

• Undertaking additional duties and special projects as required by leadership
• Ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures

About You

Experience

• Have a minimum 5 years’ experience in hospitality project management preferred
• Have proven experience managing multiple projects within fast-paced environments
• Have an excellent understanding of hotel design, renovation, and development processes

Skills & Knowledge

• Have excellent commercial awareness and business acumen
• Have excellent problem-solving and creative thinking abilities
• Have excellent organisational and time management skills
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Have the ability to build strong working relationships across diverse stakeholder groups
• Have excellent customer service and negotiation skills
• Have the ability to interpret architectural, engineering, and mechanical drawings
• Have proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Have an excellent understanding of innovation and industry trends within hospitality and construction

Qualifications

• Hold a degree in Construction Management or related discipline preferred, or equivalent industry experience
• Hold professional accreditation desirable (APM, CIOB, RICS)

Additional Information

• 40 hours per week, however flexibility will be required due to the nature of the role and the business needs
• Working hours: 0900-1700hrs
• Salary range: £60,000-£70,000 per annum (dependant on experience)
• Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this role now or in the future

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Company Car
• Complimentary Spa Day on work anniversaries at any of our company spas
• Coffee, tea and snacks from our kitchen
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program
• 30% discount on overnight stays and spa days
• Discounts on food, drink and retail across our venues
• Pension scheme
• Free Parking
• Refer-a-Friend scheme
• Excellent Induction and training programme
• Perkbox Online benefits and discounts
• On-line Doctor support (appointments/prescriptions)
• A fun, supportive and inclusive work environment with loads of development opportunities

Why Join Hiddenwell? 

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing hospitality business where you can make a genuine impact on exciting development and refurbishment projects. You will work alongside passionate teams dedicated to creating exceptional guest experiences across luxury spa and hotel destinations.