Head of Project Management

Conscious Group is where sustainability meets great hospitality. We build beautiful places for curious minds — and do it with care for people and planet. With 7 operational hotels (in 2 brands), 2 opening soon and more in development, we’re growing fast and thoughtfully.

The Head of Project Management plays a pivotal role in shaping that future: from leading new hotel development to ensuring our sustainability ambitions are met, and everything in between.

What’s the role?

As Head of Project Management, you’ll oversee a multi-disciplinary team responsible for:

• Hotel Development Project Management

  • Lead end-to-end development for new hotels and major renovations

  • Manage design development, construction coordination, procurement, and brand compliance

  • Liaise with architects, contractors, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure quality delivery, on time and within budget

• Sustainability Reporting

  • Drive sustainability initiatives aligned with our brand values

  • Monitor and report on ESG performance (e.g., energy use, certifications, CO₂ emissions)

  • Identify and implement innovations that reduce impact and boost operational efficiency

• Business Planning

  • Own the annual business plan cycle: from strategy to execution monitoring

  • Align departmental targets with corporate objectives, ensuring timely contributions from all functions

  • Monitor performance against plans and initiate corrective measures as needed

• Quality Control

  • Set and enforce brand and operational standards across all hotels

  • Conduct audits and implement improvement plans based on guest feedback and internal metrics

  • Collaborate with Operations and Tech to ensure integration of smart, sustainable solutions

What are you going to do?

• Act as internal project sponsor and driver for new developments and strategic initiatives

• Translate brand vision into built environment and operational execution

• Balance long-term thinking with day-to-day project delivery

• Develop and manage project budgets and timelines

• Oversee documentation and reporting on all project pillars

• Promote innovation and continuous improvement across projects

• Lead and mentor the project team, fostering high performance and cross-departmental collaboration

Job Requirements and Personal Qualities

• Proven leadership experience in project management, preferably within hospitality or real estate

• Strong knowledge of hotel development cycles (design, build, procurement, delivery)

• Understanding of sustainability standards and reporting tools (e.g. BREEAM, etc.)

• Experience in business planning, KPI management, and strategic alignment

• High attention to detail and organizational excellence

• A collaborative, pragmatic, and strategic mindset

• Fluent in English; Dutch is a plus

What sets you apart

• You’re not just a project manager — you’re a systems thinker who connects the dots between sustainability, design, operations, and business goals

• You thrive in an environment where structure and entrepreneurship go hand in hand

• You see sustainability as both a mindset and a measurable output

What we offer

• In addition to a great team, we offer a suitable salary according to the collective labour agreement for hospitality in reference scale …;

• A monthly benefits budget with a total value of 300 euros per year (based on a full-time contract), which you can spend on your choice for gym membership, bike rental, food delivery at home and many more; the choice is all yours!

• 35% discount at selected massage parlours in Amsterdam;

• Travel allowance based on the distance between home and work (min. 15 km);

• An open and informal company with legendary (yes, really!) staff parties, Christmas parties, get-togethers;

• Discover the hotel through the eyes of our guests: a free overnight stay after your probationary period, together with the love of your life! Or your mother, of course;

• Friends & family discount on rooms and staff discount in the shops and our restaurants;

• A drink at the bar after your shift with your colleagues (or on your own if you need a moment);

• Opportunities for development and growth with plenty of room for individual contributions and ideas, possibilities to take part in trainings and courses;

• Last, but definitely not least, have fun!

How to become our new Head of Project Management?

Enthusiastic about this new challenge? What are you waiting for? Apply now!

Of course you can always contact the People & Development Team: we can be reached by phone at +316 11006677 or via the e-mail address careers@conscioushotels.com