Company Description

Nova Hotel Renovation & Construction (Nova HRC) is a licensed general contractor founded in 1981, specializing in integrated hospitality renovation and construction. The company provides turnkey design, self‑performed finish trades, and full project execution for hotel properties worldwide. With offices across the United States, Nova HRC supports global hotel brands and independent owners with end‑to‑end project delivery. Team members collaborate across disciplines to deliver high‑quality renovations that meet brand standards, schedule requirements, and budget expectations. Role Description The Hotel Project Estimator will prepare detailed cost estimates for hotel renovation and construction projects, including materials, labor, subcontractor work, and logistics. Typical daily activities include reviewing architectural and design drawings, analyzing project scopes, and developing accurate budgets and bids in collaboration with project managers and the preconstruction team. The role involves obtaining and evaluating vendor and subcontractor pricing, identifying cost risks and value-engineering opportunities, and updating estimates as project conditions change. The Estimator will also support project reporting, maintain estimating tools and databases, and communicate estimate assumptions and clarifications to internal stakeholders and clients. Travel is expected as project scope walks develop.

Qualifications

Candidates should possess strong Hotel Construction Estimating and Project Estimation skills for hospitality or commercial projects. Candidates should possess Cost Management and Budgeting skills to develop, track, and refine project financials. Candidates should possess effective Communication skills for collaborating with internal teams, vendors, and clients. Experience with construction estimating software and MS Excel or similar tools. Knowledge of hotel renovation processes, building materials, and trade pricing is preferred. Ability to interpret architectural, structural, and MEP drawings and specifications. Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management abilities with attention to detail. Relevant education in Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related field, or equivalent practical field experience. Eligibility to work remote across the United States and collaborate with cross-functional construction teams.