Project Leader

Are you a master of craft? Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional.

Mandarin Oriental is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognized for creating some of the world’s most sought-after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting-edge of luxury experiences

**Departmental Mission and Objectives**

In support of the group’s corporate mission statement**: ‘**_We are fans of the exceptional’_**,**The Technical Services team members will**:

- Work and collaborate across departmental and ownership boundaries to improve coordination and shorten the time required to develop projects.
- Make decision to invest wisely and effectively.
- Consistently strive to deliver exceptional “technical” services to our partners and owners by assigning the most suitable project leader for each project.
- Design hotels and renovate existing hotels in compliance with MOHG’s product standards and guidelines.
- Continuously improve to remain the best by promoting exceptional design and innovation and by up-dating continuously our Product Standards & Guidelines (PS&G).

**Team’s Objectives**
- Conceptualize and deliver exceptional new hotels and resorts that meet our PSG, finding the appropriate balance between Tradition, Quality and Innovation.
- Design our products and services to address our guests’ needs. In fact, we are committed to exceeding their expectations with our ability to anticipate, innovate and be quality driven.
- We will enable the hotels to meet our Mission Statement while minimizing facilities life-cycle costs, operating costs and providing and help reduce our environmental impact.

**Strategic Intent**
- For each project, new hotel or major capex project for existing hotels, a Project Leader will be assigned to deliver the technical services as outlined herewith and as defined under each project technical services agreement.
- The project leader will manage its assigned projects in a multifunctional structure as depicted below and referred to as the Regional Execution Team (RET).
- The project leader will hold the overarching responsibility to deliver the objectives of the RET.
- The project leader will provide the required leadership and management tools to ensure the team achieve the objectives in a collaborative environment and in a motivated team spirit.

**Experience and Qualifications**
- Experience in leading and managing large teams of project managers and professionals is essential. They should have a demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire teams to achieve project goals.
- Experience in developing and implementing strategic project plans aligned with organizational objectives. They should have a strong understanding of project lifecycle management and risk mitigation strategies.
- Proven experience in building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, investors, contractors, and regulatory authorities.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are crucial for identifying and resolving project-related challenges effectively.

**Qualifications**
- A bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as engineering, construction management, architecture or a related discipline is required.
- A professional qualification such as P.E, MCIBSE, AIA, RIBA, RICS.
- A master's degree in business administration (MBA), project management, or a related field.
- Proficiency in project management software such as Microsoft Project, Primavera, or other similar tools is essential. Additionally, familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations is advantageous.
- This is not a design or design management position.

**General Duties and Responsibilities**
- Team leader of regional execution team
- Single contact from concept to completion
- Coordinate with operations and corporate colleagues throughout process
- Manage owner/developer relationship.
- Support the assigned projects as per the Project Task List guidelines
- Enforce Product Standards & Guidelines (PS&G)
- Provide resolution when PS&G non-compliance occurs with developer
- Articulate briefs to developer & consultants
- Monitor budget and schedules.
- Prepare design vision statement.
- Inform Development Director of communications between RET and Group Chief Executive
- Manage, as required, field project managers.
- Inform Development Director in writing of potential area program deviations before they occur
- Engage regional execution team
- Create design value and differentiation
- Assist setting up pre-opening office
- Perform pre-opening induction to General Manager
- Prepare migration schedule

**Specific Competencies**
- Able to multitask