Description
The Airport Lounge Design & Construction team at Capital One is seeking a Construction (New Builds) Manager to lead the execution of large-scale airport lounge projects.
The successful candidate will manage innovative hospitality concepts and branded environments while driving approvals, timelines, and budgets for assigned locations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage project timelines and CapEx budgets for assigned new-build locations through the Construction Documentation and Construction Administration phases.
- Drive projects to Substantial Completion and Certificate of Occupancy, executing a formal handover process to the Guest Experience and Special Projects teams for Day 2, operations, and facility maintenance.
- Execute project-level compliance with direct procurement models and AIA Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) contracts following program leadership direction.
- Track and review change orders, maintain daily budget adherence for assigned projects, and escalate financial true-ups and closeout documentation to the CM Program Lead for final approval and execution.
- Compile project-level data and metrics to support portfolio wide executive reporting and MBRs.
- Monitor and provide oversight of construction management activities including budget tracking, change management, and quality control to identify risks and mitigate and/or escalate as needed; manage complex up and downstream project impacts.
- Lead site-level project delivery within an established governance framework, implementing the program-wide construction standards, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and approval gateways.
A great candidate will have:
- Ability to confidently and clearly communicate project progress/milestones to internal teams and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Solutions driven, with the ability to anticipate problems and proactively present multiple solutions to different audiences and drive consensus across teams.
- Understanding of construction means and methods, cost, and milestones.
- Proficiency in construction drawing, documentation and oversight.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in architecture, construction management, or related field.
- At least 6 years of construction project management experience in hospitality, retail, or aviation environments.
- At least 5 years of experience managing on-site General Contractors, sub-trades, and AIA contracts.
- At least 3 years of experience partnering with architects, designers, contractors, and operators.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 7+ years of experience working with and sourcing architectural materials/finishes and furniture, fixtures and equipment.
- Licensed Architect, NCARB/AIA, or PMP certification.
- Experience managing external general contractors, architectural consultants, and field trade teams on active job sites.
- Experience in high-visibility locations with challenging coordination of infrastructure, permitting, and vertical transportation.
Travel Requirements: This role will require approximately 40-50% travel.
Salary Information: McLean, VA: $151,900 - $173,400 for Manager, Project Management Chicago, IL: $138,100 - $157,700 for Manager, Project Management New York, NY: $165,700 - $189,200 for Manager, Project Management
Benefits: Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being.