Senior Director, Development Projects
Senior Director, Development Projects
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Job Description
What will be your daily pursuit
Pursuit Hospitality is seeking a visionary and results-driven Senior Director of Development Projects to lead the planning execution and delivery of high-impact hospitality construction initiatives across our expanding portfolio. This role is instrumental in driving Pursuits growth strategy in the Canadian Rockies through strategic site development innovative experience design solutions and rigorous construction management of both new builds and major renovations.
This position will lead and guide a cross-functional team and manage a diverse pipeline of projects including lodging immersive attractions and culinary experiences in iconic locations. The ideal candidate has deep experience in hospitality construction and thrives in a high-growth fast-paced environment
This role may be based in in the Calgary office or the Bow Valley and must be able to travle as needed to project sites in Banff Jasper Golden BC and Waterton area (up to 40%)
What will your compensation be
Pursuit offers a full suite of benefits including flexible time off an RRSP contribution matching plan and discounts at our hotels restaurants and attractions.
What perks can you expect
- Work in a dynamic culturally diverse team from around the globe
- Work experience in aniconic unforgettable and inspiring location
- Free access to Pursuit attractions for staff and family send a friend at half the price!
- Discounted hotel stays under Pursuits lodging offerings and discounted food & beverage and retail experiences
- The chance to work in aninclusive cultureandmake life-long friends
- Access to subsidized mental health and wellness resources
- Opportunities for career growthor future work atother Pursuitlocations
What will you do in this job
Strategic Development & Planning
- Partner with executive leadership to shape and execute a capital development roadmap aligned with business objectives and brand vision.
- Evaluate potential sites and provide technical due diligence and feasibility assessments.
- Translate growth initiatives into viable construction projects integrated experience design quality budget and timelines.
Project Leadership
- Oversee Project Management team through all phases of development projectsfrom feasibility pre-development through final deliveryacross multiple geographies.
- Establish robust project governance budgeting scheduling and risk management protocols.
- Lead internal development team members external architects engineers contractors and consultants.
Stakeholder Management
- Collaborate with internal departments (executive revenue brand IT legal finance operations marketing procurement) to ensure project integration and alignment.
- Act as the primary liaison with municipal officials permitting agencies and local stakeholders.
- Regularly report project status risks and opportunities to executive leadership.
Team Leadership & Culture
- Build mentor and inspire a high-performing construction and project management team.
- Foster a culture of accountability sustainability safety and continuous improvement.
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What skills and experience do you need for this job
This job description describes this role at a high level but no document can anticipate every single task issue or project that could come up. We work as a team and believe that we succeed together
EDUCATION:
- Bachelors degree in Construction Management Architecture Civil Engineering or related field; Masters degree preferred.
IDEAL EXPERIENCE:
- 1015 years of experience in construction development with at least 5 in a senior leadership capacity within the hospitality resort or experiential real estate sectors.
- Proven track record of delivering complex multi-million-dollar development projects on time and within budget.
- Deep understanding of construction methods codes contracts and project controls.
- Exceptional leadership communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to travel as needed to project sites in the Banff Jasper Golden & Waterton area (up to 40%).
SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Passion for hospitality design and creating unforgettable guest experiences.
- Familiarity with sustainable building practices and LEED/green building standards.
- Experience working in remote or environmentally sensitive areas (e.g. national parks protected sites).
- Resilient adaptable and entrepreneurial mindset.
To handle this job successfully any person hired must be able to perform responsibilities as described. Pursuit will make any reasonable accommodation to help a person with disabilities perform their job. This job is based in Alberta Canada. Relocation to the area and the legal ability to work in Canada is required.
What will your work environment be like
About Us:
Were more than a hospitality and attractions company. We connect people to iconic places through unforgettable and inspiring experiences; Our team members included.
Thoughtfully united by their unique power to inspire and invigorate our collection of hotels and lodges recreational attractions ground transportation services retail food and beverage sightseeing tours and travel products are tied together by iconic destination-worthy locations in Alaska Montana the Canadian Rockies Vancouver Reykjavk Las Vegas and Chicago.
What will your work environment be like
At Pursuit our office is more than just a place to work its a space where you can bring your whole self collaborate with talented teams across departments and build lasting friendships. We believe in fostering an environment where work and play coexist so whether youre tackling projects or enjoying our many perks youll feel supported and valued. With a variety of great benefits were committed to ensuring that your time with us is as fulfilling as it is fun.
About Pursuit
Pursuit is a publicly traded company listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol PRSU. As a member of the S&P SmallCap 600 index we specialize in attractions-led hospitality consistently generating revenue and delivering value to our shareholders.
EEO
Pursuit is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color age religion gender sexual orientation disability veteran status and other protected characteristics.
Pursuit places a high value on diverse backgrounds and experiences recognizing that they serve as catalysts for creativity and innovation. We encourage individuals who are eligible to work in Canada to apply and join our inclusive team!
We are working to eliminate barriers for applicants and team members from equity-deserving groups. If you cant apply online or need accommodation during the application or hiring process please contact our Talent & Acquisition Team
We thank all candidates for their interest; however please note that only applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Required Experience:
Exec
Employment Type
Full-Time
