ABOUT US:

The h.wood Group is a Los Angeles based hospitality and lifestyle company with a diversified portfolio of upscale nightlife & restaurant concepts. The company is responsible for some of the most iconic brands in the world, including Delilah, The Nice Guy, and Bootsy Bellows, among many others. In addition to hospitality concepts, The h.wood Group offers corporate branding, catering, event production and marketing services. We are committed to providing a warm, inviting, and uniquely lavish experience for our diverse clientele. Our company is built on integrity, creating the world’s best restaurants, nightlife, and events.

WHO YOU ARE:

Ability to thrive in a complex, fast-paced growth environment
Strong desire to minimize risk, strategize, create, and execute growth plans.
Adept at organizing/creating process improvements.
Proven people manager who can lead, drive, and motivate direct reports and indirect resources.
Strong sense of teamwork with the ability to foster relationships and gain agreement with timelines from both internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to adapt according to the market and the continuing innovation at h.wood.
Passion for organization and an aptitude for prioritizing multiple projects.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Lead the entitlement and planning processes for development projects as needed, ensuring all necessary approvals are obtained in a timely and strategic manner.
Oversee all aspects of general contractor and consultant management, from the bidding phase through pre-construction, active construction, pre-opening, and final turnover to Operations.
Serve as the primary liaison for architectural, design, and specialty consultants, ensuring cohesive collaboration and alignment with project goals.
Partner closely with the SVP of Development to drive project execution, with a continuous focus on delivering projects ahead of schedule and under budget.
Maintain and report on project Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and metrics to ensure accountability, progress tracking, and performance management.
Communicate project timelines, milestones, and turnover readiness clearly and proactively to internal construction and development teams.
Approach all responsibilities with an entrepreneurial mindset, consistently seeking opportunities to innovate, streamline, and enhance project outcomes.
Frequent travel, 25-40% per month

Qualifications

Minimum 7 years of experience in hospitality real estate construction
Strong relationships with the general contractors, subcontractors, and vendors in the hospitality construction industry
A successful track record in strategic execution of hospitality development projects
Bachelor’s degree with advanced degree preferred
Proven analytical and deal-negotiating skills
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills and proven experience in cultivating collaborative working relationships with teams across an organization

PERKS:

Flexible, routine time off
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance with company contribution offered the first of the month after 60 days of employment.
Company Dining Discount

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