Manager, Hospitality Project Development

Job Summary
The Manager, Hospitality Projects Development oversees the planning and execution of hospitality development projects across Hotels and F&B concepts. The role manages projects from feasibility and design through construction and pre-opening, ensuring delivery within scope, budget, and timeline while meeting brand and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management

• Develop and manage project plans, budgets, timelines, and procurement schedules.
• Coordinate design stages (concept to construction documentation) for hotel and F&B projects.
• Monitor progress, manage variations, and ensure timely delivery.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Liaise with internal team (Operations, Finance, Procurement, IT, Marketing) and external consultants, contractors, operators, and authorities.
• Ensure alignment between design intent and operational functionality.

Financial & Governance Control

• Track project budgets, forecasts, and expenditures.
• Support tender processes, contract administration, and value engineering.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and governance requirements.

Quality & Brand Standards

• Ensure projects meet brand standards and guest experience objectives.
• Conduct site inspections and oversee quality assurance during construction.

Pre-Opening & Handover

• Support hotel and F&B pre-opening activities.
• Manage project handover including snagging, defect rectification, and documentation.

Reporting & Continuous Improvement   

• Prepare project reports and management updates.
• Contribute to best practices and post-project reviews.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality, Architecture, Building, Project Management, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in hospitality project development (hotels and/or F&B).
• Experience in pre-opening, renovations, or new developments.
• Strong understanding of brand standards, guest experience.
• Working knowledge of construction coordination and regulatory processes.