Development Project Manager

Help us to shape the future of hospitality!

Join our team of industry leaders, innovative thinkers and modern pioneers creating the hospitality industry of the future.

Lamington Group, is a leading UK real estate and hospitality company, that is seeking talented people to join our mission to launch 5,000 beautifully designed, net-zero carbon hotel rooms by 2030.
Our core brand, room2 Hometels, is an award-winning leader in sustainable hospitality. But we're more than just hotels; we also operate a residential and commercial property portfolio, and a co-working operation, alongside multiple development projects.

As a family-run business, we're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences, fostering a dynamic and sustainable workplace, and empowering our people’s development,  whilst giving more than we take to our local & global communities.

What’s in it for you:

• 1 free night stay at any of our properties per year, with generous employee discount thereafter

• Up to £55,000 salary and discretionary bonus scheme

• Pension scheme

• Loyalty rewards and referral bonuses

• Company sick pay scheme

• 2 paid volunteer days per year and annual fundraisers for charities aligned to our core pillars

• Additional annual leave with length of service

• Cycle to work scheme use of gym facilities in our hotels

• Access to activity workshops we host for our guests and the community

• Employee Assistance Programme for you and your immediate family

• Regular social activities including monthly people & planet focused engagement activities

• Personal development programmes and opportunities to grow as we do

Purpose of the role 

The Development Project Manager plays a key role in supporting project execution by managing planning, scheduling, communication, design coordination, risk management, and budget tracking. 

This role ensures project timelines are met, risks are mitigated, and communication flows effectively between internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Planning & Scheduling

• Assist team members with forward planning, identifying key tasks and durations.

• Create, update, and track multiple project programmes. 

• Communicate key project milestones and durations to internal and external teams.

Communication & Documentation

• Develop and maintain various project trackers. Ensure key project documentation is reviewed and kept up to date.

• Support the Project Director  in meetings by taking notes, recording actions, and assigning task ownership.

• Maintain project folders and document control in a compliant manner.

• Issue instructions and directions to the design team and supply chain, clearly relaying information

• Collect and distribute feedback to relevant stakeholders on time.

Design Management

• Assist the Project Director in managing design team meetings.

• Review architectural and interior designs, identifying potential opportunities and risks together with providing feedback.

• Ensure stakeholder feedback is collected using appropriate tools.

Risk Management

• Update and monitor the project risk register.

• Identify, track, and communicate potential project risks and upcoming challenges.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, Google sheets, and Monday.com.

• Strong organisational and communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.

• Detail-oriented with experience in project tracking and documentation.

• Understanding of design management and risk assessment processes.

• Budget monitoring and financial tracking capabilities.

People
The Development Project Manager plays a crucial role in enhancing collaboration, efficiency, and transparency within teams, ultimately improving the experience for all stakeholders involved. By ensuring clear communication, well-structured schedules, and timely decision-making, this role increases efficiency and reduces uncertainty for project teams, clients, and external partners. Supporting seamless design and construction processes ensures that the people who will use the finished spaces—whether that's the team, guests or other visitors —benefit from well-planned, functional, and aesthetically pleasing environments.

Places 
By actively managing project schedules, budgets, and designs, this role contributes to sustainable practices by promoting resource efficiency, reducing waste, and encouraging the use of environmentally responsible materials and methods. Through careful coordination, the Development Project Manager can ensure that sustainability goals, such as energy efficiency and carbon reduction, are integrated into design and construction processes. 

Planet
The Development Project Manager helps shape and enhance physical spaces by ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with community and stakeholder needs. By facilitating thoughtful design review and incorporating feedback, this role supports the creation of well-planned, high-quality spaces that serve both functional and aesthetic purposes, their efforts contribute to the development of vibrant, sustainable, and well-integrated places that improve the quality of life for those who interact with them.

Development Project Manager

Help us to shape the future of hospitality!

Join our team of industry leaders, innovative thinkers and modern pioneers creating the hospitality industry of the future.

Lamington Group, is a leading UK real estate and hospitality company, that is seeking talented people to join our mission to launch 5,000 beautifully designed, net-zero carbon hotel rooms by 2030.
Our core brand, room2 Hometels, is an award-winning leader in sustainable hospitality. But we're more than just hotels; we also operate a residential and commercial property portfolio, and a co-working operation, alongside multiple development projects.

As a family-run business, we're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences, fostering a dynamic and sustainable workplace, and empowering our people’s development,  whilst giving more than we take to our local & global communities.

What’s in it for you:

• 1 free night stay at any of our properties per year, with generous employee discount thereafter

• Up to £55,000 salary and discretionary bonus scheme

• Pension scheme

• Loyalty rewards and referral bonuses

• Company sick pay scheme

• 2 paid volunteer days per year and annual fundraisers for charities aligned to our core pillars

• Additional annual leave with length of service

• Cycle to work scheme use of gym facilities in our hotels

• Access to activity workshops we host for our guests and the community

• Employee Assistance Programme for you and your immediate family

• Regular social activities including monthly people & planet focused engagement activities

• Personal development programmes and opportunities to grow as we do

Purpose of the role 

The Development Project Manager plays a key role in supporting project execution by managing planning, scheduling, communication, design coordination, risk management, and budget tracking. 

This role ensures project timelines are met, risks are mitigated, and communication flows effectively between internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Planning & Scheduling

• Assist team members with forward planning, identifying key tasks and durations.

• Create, update, and track multiple project programmes. 

• Communicate key project milestones and durations to internal and external teams.

Communication & Documentation

• Develop and maintain various project trackers. Ensure key project documentation is reviewed and kept up to date.

• Support the Project Director  in meetings by taking notes, recording actions, and assigning task ownership.

• Maintain project folders and document control in a compliant manner.

• Issue instructions and directions to the design team and supply chain, clearly relaying information

• Collect and distribute feedback to relevant stakeholders on time.

Design Management

• Assist the Project Director in managing design team meetings.

• Review architectural and interior designs, identifying potential opportunities and risks together with providing feedback.

• Ensure stakeholder feedback is collected using appropriate tools.

Risk Management

• Update and monitor the project risk register.

• Identify, track, and communicate potential project risks and upcoming challenges.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, Google sheets, and Monday.com.

• Strong organisational and communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.

• Detail-oriented with experience in project tracking and documentation.

• Understanding of design management and risk assessment processes.

• Budget monitoring and financial tracking capabilities.

People
The Development Project Manager plays a crucial role in enhancing collaboration, efficiency, and transparency within teams, ultimately improving the experience for all stakeholders involved. By ensuring clear communication, well-structured schedules, and timely decision-making, this role increases efficiency and reduces uncertainty for project teams, clients, and external partners. Supporting seamless design and construction processes ensures that the people who will use the finished spaces—whether that's the team, guests or other visitors —benefit from well-planned, functional, and aesthetically pleasing environments.

Places 
By actively managing project schedules, budgets, and designs, this role contributes to sustainable practices by promoting resource efficiency, reducing waste, and encouraging the use of environmentally responsible materials and methods. Through careful coordination, the Development Project Manager can ensure that sustainability goals, such as energy efficiency and carbon reduction, are integrated into design and construction processes. 

Planet
The Development Project Manager helps shape and enhance physical spaces by ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with community and stakeholder needs. By facilitating thoughtful design review and incorporating feedback, this role supports the creation of well-planned, high-quality spaces that serve both functional and aesthetic purposes, their efforts contribute to the development of vibrant, sustainable, and well-integrated places that improve the quality of life for those who interact with them.