Director of Projects

DIRECTOR OF PROJECTS – BAHRAIN

We have been retained by an international client that are looking to strengthen their team with a Training Manager. This role oversees the strategic planning, execution, and delivery of design and capital projects across the organization’s hotel portfolio and other business units.

We are looking for someone that is well-rounded with high energy and a great personality.

Responsibilities included but not limited to:

• Develop and implement the overall design and project management strategy in alignment with the company’s asset management objectives.
• Provide thought leadership and expertise in design innovation, sustainability, and construction methodologies to enhance the portfolio’s competitive edge.
• Act as the primary liaison between ownership, operators, designers, and contractors to ensure the alignment of project goals with business objectives.
• Lead the conceptualization, design review, and approval process for new developments, renovations, and asset enhancement projects.
• Ensure adherence to brand standards while promoting creativity and functionality in design solutions.
• Oversee the preparation of project scopes, feasibility studies, and master plans in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Direct the planning, budgeting, scheduling, and execution of all capital projects, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Establish and monitor project performance metrics, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Oversee compliance with regulatory requirements, permits, and sustainability initiatives across all projects.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. An advanced degree (MBA or Master’s in a relevant field) is preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in design and project management within the hospitality or hospitality real estate industry, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven track record of delivering complex, high-value projects on time and within budget.

Salary Package: BD 2,700 - 2,900 (inclusive of all allowances) + a schooling benefit on top with a family status contract.