Project Director – Hotel Development

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Project Director to lead the end‑to‑end delivery of a four‑star hotel development in a remote location. Acting as the owner’s representative, you will oversee the project from tendering through construction to handover, managing budgets, contractors, developers and government relations.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the tendering process: prepare tender documents, evaluate bids and negotiate construction contracts (FIDIC or equivalent).
• Select, onboard and manage main contractors, subcontractors and specialist suppliers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Serve as the primary contact for developers, investors and owners, providing regular progress and status reports.
• Liaise with government entities to obtain permits, licences, utility connections and regulatory approvals.
• Oversee project budgeting, cash‑flow forecasting, cost‑to‑complete tracking and variance/change‑order management.
• Monitor construction progress against schedule, quality and safety standards and resolve site issues promptly.
• Coordinate remote‑site logistics including material transport, temporary infrastructure and workforce accommodation.
• Ensure compliance with hotel brand technical standards and prepare periodic financial and progress reports for the board.
• Identify and mitigate financial, regulatory and operational risks.

Required profile

• 5–10 years of experience in hospitality or resort development and construction project management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Architectural Engineering, Construction Management or a related field.
• Proven track record of delivering at least one hotel or resort project, preferably in a remote or logistically challenging location.
• Experience running competitive tender processes and negotiating contracts (FIDIC preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to work with government bodies for permitting and licensing.
• Strong financial literacy: ability to read development pro formas, manage construction budgets and control costs.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, RICS/MRICS are an advantage.

Required skills

• FIDIC contract management
• Project Management Professional (PMP) methodology
• RICS/MRICS certification
• Construction budgeting and cost control
• Cash‑flow forecasting
• Negotiation of construction contracts