Property Director - Hospitality

Untitled design (18).jpg; Hartford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic property development firm in Hartford seeks an experienced Property Director to lead site acquisition and manage construction projects. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills, project management experience, and the ability to engage across the business to support growth. This role requires hands-on involvement throughout all phases from site sourcing to ensuring operational standards are maintained.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in site sourcing and construction management.
• Ability to manage a team and integrate acquisitions effectively.
• Strong negotiation skills with a network in real estate.

Responsibilities

• Find and acquire new sites for development.
• Conduct feasibility studies and report on ROI.
• Manage all stages of construction and compliance.

Skills

Project Management

Negotiation

Leadership

Site Acquisition

Compliance Knowledge

Job description

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and energetic Property Director to join an amazing group and play a leading role in their growth plans. You will need to be a passionate and committed character who is comfortable taking a seat in the senior leadership team and is willing to truly get behind the brand. Although this is a senior role, there is no room for an 'ivory tower' mentality and the incoming candidate will be expected to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in to achieve goals. The nitty gritty will be what drives you and your sense of accomplishment will come from genuine 360 involvement, from sourcing sites through all planning and construction phases and finally through to business as usual across the operating estate to ensure that maintenance and facilities are all up to scratch.

Responsibilities

• Finding / Sourcing Sites / Acquiring sites
• Feasibility Studies
• Presenting / Reporting on ROI
• Planning stages
• Appointing contractors
• Full construction programme management
• Building and managing pipeline
• Managing a team across the estate
• Integrating new acquisitions into the estate
• Ensuring all maintenance programmes are in place and fit for purpose
• Ensuring compliance with H&S and company operating standards
• Extensive experience in negotiation - freehold and leasehold
• A strong network across real estate opportunities
• A keen understanding of target audiences
• Commercially minded and very astute - strong negotiation skills

Qualifications

• Super organised with high levels of energy and the ability to create opportunities to support growth plans
• Willing to roll up their sleeves and engage across the business