Project Manager

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Project Manager to join our organisation for a prestigious hotel hospitality construction project in Cairo this pivotal role you will lead complex multi-faceted hotel construction initiatives from conception through successful delivery and operational handover ensuring exceptional outcomes that enhance guest experience operational excellence and brand compliance.

• Develop comprehensive Project Management Plans with clear project strategy communication protocols and master programmes identifying key milestones deliverables and critical path activities
• Conduct feasibility studies and develop strategic roadmaps aligned with hotel operator business objectives guest experience requirements and hospitality brand standards
• Lead project meetings and maintain strong professional relationships with colleagues clients contractors and project teams based on mutual respect and integrity
• Oversee the production of Request for Proposals and tender documentation for hospitality-specific construction services and operational systems
• Review and evaluate tender submissions negotiating with contractors to secure best value whilst ensuring compliance with hospitality standards
• Lead risk review workshops and value engineering initiatives to identify opportunities and mitigate challenges throughout the hotel construction lifecycle
• Monitor project performance against established KPIs quality benchmarks and hospitality-specific compliance requirements
• Assess contractor claims for delay events and work with commercial teams to minimise impact on hotel opening schedules
• Monitor and report on contractor progress commercial matters and project delivery status ensuring compliance with hospitality standards and regulatory requirements
• Assess quality standards on-site with particular attention to guest-facing areas issuing instructions for defect rectification
• Coordinate pre-opening inspections operational testing and staff familiarisation activities to ensure seamless transition to hotel operations
• Maintain rigorous document management and manage project close-out documentation
• Develop and manage project budgets tracking expenditures controlling costs and forecasting financial performance across all construction phases
• Lead mentor and support project team members fostering a collaborative work environment aligned with hospitality excellence principles
• Oversee and review the work of sub-consultants and directly appointed team members ensuring alignment with project objectives

Qualifications :

Required Qualifications:

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent in Project Management Engineering Construction Management or related field
• Professional project management certification (PMP PRINCE2 APM or equivalent)

*Experience*

• Minimum 25 years of project management experience in complex multi-stakeholder hospitality and hotel construction environments
• Extensive track record successfully delivering large-scale hotel construction projects from conception through operational handover
• Proven expertise managing hospitality-specific construction projects including pre-opening coordination and operational transition
• Strong background in contract management procurement processes and commercial negotiations within the hospitality construction sector
• Established expertise in risk management frameworks value engineering and cost optimisation initiatives

*Technical Skills & Tools*

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel Word PowerPoint)
• Proficiency in MS Project or equivalent project management software
• Strong analytical and financial modelling capabilities

*Core Competencies*

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal
• Proven leadership and team management abilities with experience mentoring and developing project teams
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to analyse complex information and make sound strategic decisions
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills with a strategic visionary perspective
• Results-oriented with a strong client-centric focus and proven track record of delivering exceptional outcomes
• Calm decisive and resilient under pressure with extensive experience navigating complex project challenges
• Collaborative team player with strong emotional intelligence and inclusive leadership approach

**Preferred Qualifications**

• Advanced degree (MBA or Masters in Project Management)
• Familiarity with international or multicultural project environments and cross-border hotel development
• Knowledge of relevant hospitality industry standards building codes and best practices

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

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