Regional Openings & Conversions Project Lead (Remote)

The Regional Openings & Conversions Project Lead executes end-to-end project management for hotel openings and conversions across the Americas region. The role involves developing and delivering comprehensive pre-opening roadmaps, establishing and managing critical timelines, and coordinating complex cross-functional workstreams to ensure hotels open on time, on brand, and fully prepared to ramp operationally and commercially. The role requires a strong focus on owner and operator relations, as well as the ability to work independently and make informed decisions within established Hyatt policies and frameworks.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive management experience in hotel operations or related disciplines, with a proven track record of successful project delivery.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives with a strong emphasis on owner and operator relationships.
• Experience in directly overseeing and managing owners' and operators' expectations at the property level or in a regional or corporate function.
• Certification in Hospitality or a related field (preferred).
• Professional certification in Project Management (preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with Hyatt operational systems and ability to learn new applications quickly.
• Advanced project management, planning, and execution skills across multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Strong communication, influence, and stakeholder-management capabilities.
• Ability to synthesize inputs, identify risks, and translate insights into actionable plans.
• Self-starter and ability to work remotely.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to communicate effectively, holding difficult conversations with Owners and Operators, to achieve the desired outcome.
• High level of organization, time management, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Annual allotment of free hotel stays at Hyatt hotels globally
• Flexible work schedule
• Work-life benefits including wellbeing initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace subscription, and a discount at the on-site fitness center
• A global family assistance policy with paid time off following the birth or adoption of a child as well as financial assistance for adoption
• Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match