Project Director

About the role

Lead and direct the overall execution of the hotel project to achieve the required quality, cost and schedule targets. This role requires managing and overseeing project planning, schedules, progress, budgets and resource requirements, while coordinating with the Owner, Hotel Operator, Consultants, Architects, Contractors, Procurement, Design, QS and other relevant stakeholders. You will ensure project execution complies with approved designs, specifications, quality standards and established project requirements, and lead the project through completion, testing & commissioning and handover, working closely with the Hotel Operator and Pre-Opening Team through hotel opening.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the project team to ensure effective and productive project execution
• Manage and monitor the project budget, cost control, procurement, variation orders and resource utilization
• Monitor project progress and ensure all milestones are achieved according to target
• Identify project risks, constraints and potential delays, and ensure appropriate mitigation and solutions are implemented
• Lead the coordination and resolution of technical and operational issues during project execution
• Monitor the performance of contractors, consultants, vendors and the project team
• Ensure the project meets quality, safety, budget and timeline requirements
• Prepare and present regular project progress reports to Management/Owner, including early escalation of critical issues
• Develop strategies and action plans to ensure project completion targets are achieved
• Lead the project through completion, testing & commissioning and handover

Requirement

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
• Minimum 15 years of professional experience, with at least 10 years in senior project management positions
• Minimum 2 completed 4–5-star hotel projects, preferably 5-star, covering the project lifecycle from tender/design development through hotel opening
• Strong understanding of design, construction, procurement, project planning, cost control, QS and project delivery
• Proven strength in cost, time, quality and risk management, including contract and variation management
• Proven ability to manage multiple consultants and contractors simultaneously
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with excellent communication (including English), negotiation, decision-making and problem-solving abilities
• Strong reporting capability to the Owner / Board
• Experience working directly with international hotel operators or hospitality brands
• Willing to be based in Jakarta and work at the project site as required