James Camp

James joined The Hardy Group in 2026 with over 15 years of experience in the hospitality industry, with the past eight years focused on project management, asset management, and hotel openings. He brings extensive experience leading luxury and boutique hotel projects from procurement and construction closeout through opening, with a strong background in FF&E and OS&E, adaptive reuse, and owner-side project management. James is a collaborative, detail-oriented leader with a deep understanding of hotel operations and project delivery, having worked across both ownership and management environments throughout his career.

As a Project Director, he is responsible for managing daily tasks including coordinating project goals, managing consultants, and developing estimates for FF&E and OS&E. He oversees the FF&E design and procurement process, ensuring that it remains within budget and on schedule, and tracks change orders alongside the On-Site Project Manager. James also coordinates hotel installations, assists in obtaining permits for temporary and final occupancy, supports operations for a smooth transition, and manages cost management and accounting procedures. He prepares cash flow forecasts and schedules, facilitates monthly draw and project cost reports, manages contract closeout, completes punch lists, coordinates final lien waivers, and performs other necessary project functions.

A selection of James’s recent projects includes:

• Casetta Hotels in various locations across the U.S.A.
• Four Seasons Peninsula Residences in Costa Palmas, MX
• The Georgian Hotel in Santa Monica, CA
• Neuehouse Venice Beach in Venice Beach, CA
• PUBLIC Hotel by Ian Schrager in West Hollywood, CA

Prior to joining The Hardy Group, James held the role of Senior Project Manager, Hotel Openings at Summa International where he contributed traditional project management services for 4-5 luxury hotel projects at a time. He also held the title of Associate, Asset Project Manager at Hawkins Way Capital/TMC Group where he focused on construction closeout, building & facilities contracts, permit planning, city relations, and other aspects of asset and project management.

James earned a Bachelor of Science in Restaurant & Tourism Management from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville and a Certificate in Architectural Drawing from the University of Florida.