Senior Project Manager – Middle East, Pakistan

Jobtailor; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton in Dubai seeks a seasoned AD&C Project Manager to lead design and construction for new developments, conversions and renovations while ensuring adherence to brand standards and local regulations. You will coordinate across Development, Architecture & Design, Openings & Transitions, Operations and other functions, review consultant submissions, and manage risks to deliver on time and within budget.

A university degree in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management and 5+ years in

Qualifications

• University degree in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years’ experience in hospitality design, construction or project management.
• Experience managing multiple hotel development projects simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of hotel design, construction methods and project delivery.
• Fluency in Arabic and English.

Responsibilities

• Manage design and construction processes for new developments, conversions and renovations.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary reviews across Development, Architecture & Design, Openings & Transitions, Operations, and other functions.
• Prepare monthly internal project reports covering progress, milestones, risks and mitigation plans.
• Review consultant submissions and prepare reports and correspondence.
• Oversee snagging inspections, project handover and hotel opening readiness.

Skills

Project Management

Hospitality Design

Construction Management

Arabic & English fluency

Stakeholder Communication

Education

University degree in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project Management Software

Job description

• Manage design and construction processes for new developments, conversions and renovations
• Manage projects according to the AD&C project management process and Hilton Project Manager responsibilities
• Act as Hilton’s primary AD&C representative and point of contact for owners, consultants and Hilton stakeholders
• Prepare monthly internal project reports covering progress, milestones, risks and mitigation plans
• Review consultant submissions throughout design and construction stages and prepare reports and correspondence
• Work with owners, developers and consultants to optimize project delivery, quality and program
• Support technical due diligence by reviewing plans, specifications and scheme proposals for compliance with Hilton Brand Standards and applicable codes
• Provide technical recommendations during project evaluation and hotel signings
• Coordinate multidisciplinary reviews across Development, Architecture & Design, Openings & Transitions, Operations, Food & Drink, Technology and other functions
• Facilitate incorporation of operational requirements, design intent and brand standards
• Identify and resolve project risks, technical issues and non-compliance
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor construction progress, quality, workmanship and Hilton standards
• Supervise external consultants where required
• Oversee snagging inspections, project handover and hotel opening readiness
• Inspect completed works and prepare handover documentation
• Undertake Property Improvement Plans for conversion and rebranding projects
• Provide technical guidance to owners implementing agreed PIP scopes
• Build and maintain relationships with owners, developers, consultants and Hilton stakeholders

Requirements

• University degree in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management, or experience in lieu of
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in hospitality design, construction or project management
• Experience managing multiple hotel development projects simultaneously
• Strong understanding of hotel design, construction methods and project delivery
• Experience working with owners, developers, consultants and multidisciplinary project teams
• Knowledge of local building regulations and international Fire & Life Safety standards
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong project management, problem-solving and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities across different countries
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and project management software
• Fluency in spoken and written Arabic and English
• In-depth knowledge of construction projects and track record of successful project delivery
• Ability to lead and monitor outside consultants

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in managing hotel development projects, ensuring compliance with Hilton Brand Standards and local regulations, while effectively communicating with diverse stakeholders. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver projects on time and within budget.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Project Management
• Hospitality Design
• Construction Management
• Fluency in Arabic and English
• Knowledge of Fire & Life Safety Standards

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Project Delivery
• Technical Due Diligence
• Construction Inspection
• Building Regulations Knowledge
• Property Improvement Plans
• Technical Recommendations
• Multidisciplinary Coordination
• Risk Identification and Resolution
• Report Preparation
• Site Inspection

Soft Skills

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Relationship Building
• Ability to Work Independently

Industry Keywords

• Hospitality
• Construction
• Architecture
• Engineering
• Development
• Consultants
• Stakeholders
• Hotel Standards
• Design Intent
• Quality Assurance

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Office
• Project Management Software