Optim Project Management Leads in the Renovation of the Historic Ambasador Hotel into The Julius Bucharest

Optim Project Management announces its designation as the General Designer and Project Manager in charge of transforming the iconic Ambasador Hotel into The Julius Bucharest, a luxurious hospitality destination set to redefine elegance and comfort in central Bucharest.

Julius Meinl Living has recently finalized the acquisition of Ambasador Hotel, marking the commencement of an ambitious journey towards revitalizing the historical monument, with roots tracing back to 1939. The Julius Bucharest is scheduled to welcome guests in 2027, offering 158 exquisite hotel rooms and luxury apartments.

Mr. David Evans, Owner and Founder of Optim Project Management, remarked,

“Optim Project Management has been intricately involved in this project since its inception. Prior to assuming our roles of General Designer and Project Manager, we conducted a technical due diligence on the premises and meticulously crafted a concept design for the forthcoming hotel. Our comprehensive services for this project encompass general design, permitting, and full project management throughout the construction phase.”

Spanning a total surface area of 12,600 square meters, The Julius Bucharest will be a blend of historic charm and modern luxury, drawing inspiration from the success of The Julius Prague.

“We are enthusiastic about leading the renovation of the Ambasador Hotel into The Julius Bucharest. At Optim Project Management, our reputation in hospitality projects precedes us. From ground-up hotel construction to rejuvenating historic properties, our goal is always to deliver outstanding results and create amazing guest experiences. We are confident that The Julius Bucharest will be no exception,” stated David Evans.

With extensive experience in the hospitality sector, Optim Project Management brings a wealth of expertise to this project. Their portfolio includes building hotels from the ground up, refurbishing old hotels to bring them up to brand standards, and re-converting buildings with different functionalities into branded hotels.

Among the company’s notable projects are the refurbishment of Ana Hotels Europa in Eforie Nord, the refurbishment of the InterContinental Athenee Palace – a 5-star hotel and historic monument, and the reconversion of The Marmorosch Bucharest (historical monument) into an upscale 5-star hotel. Optim Project Management has also been involved in building projects such as the Courtyard Bucharest Floreasca and Hilton Garden Inn Airport, both built from scratch and strategically located for convenience. Additionally, their expertise extends to reconversions, as seen in projects like Moxy Bucharest Old Town, the reconversion of an office building into a Marriott hotel. Their successful track record includes projects like ibis Timisoara City Center, which was built from scratch, as well as the refurbishment of boutique hotels like Oborishte 63 Boutique Hotel in Sofia, Bulgaria, and Sevtopolis Hotel in Pavel Banya, Bulgaria, a spa resort.

Since its incorporation in 2009, the company has solidified its position as a reputable entity within the construction market. Optim Project Management offers a comprehensive range of services including general design, permitting, project management, and full construction management, including Site Inspection, Health and Safety Coordination, Project Monitoring for banks and funds, Technical Due Diligences etc. Their expertise spans across a spectrum of sectors including hospitality, commercial, residential, industrial, logistics, retail, healthcare and pharmaceutics, as well as leisure projects.