Director, Cost, Procurement and Contracts

The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels, Limited, based in Hong Kong, seeks a Director of Cost, Procurement and Contracts to lead commercial governance for new build and renovation projects. You will oversee procurement, contract administration and payments aligned with project timelines, delivering value across luxury hospitality developments.

Ideal candidates have 10–15 years of experience in construction and commercial management, with hands-on FF&E procurement for high-end properties.

Qualifications

• Degree and professional qualifications in construction (Quantity Surveying or related).
• Professional qualification such as RICS, HKIS or equivalent is a plus.
• 10–15 years of experience in construction, commercial management, cost consultancy, procurement, contracts administration or project delivery.
• Experience in luxury hotel/hospitality or high-end developments with complex FF&E procurement is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the commercial lead throughout the full project lifecycle, from feasibility/design to construction, handover and close-out.
• Provide early commercial guidance on strategy, procurement approaches, budget management and risk allocation.
• Lead cost planning, benchmarking, feasibility assessments and budget development for new builds, renovations and CapEx.
• Monitor project financial performance through cost reporting, forecasting, contingency management and variance analysis.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies for consultants, contractors and suppliers.
• Manage supplier sourcing, evaluation, prequalification, tendering processes and contract award recommendations.
• Ensure robust contract governance through contract administration, purchase orders, payment management and SOPO compliance.
• Oversee change orders, claims, commercial negotiations, final accounts and contract close-out activities.
• Maintain commercial controls including risk registers, procurement trackers and variation logs.
• Collaborate with project teams, finance, legal, operations, consultants, contractors and suppliers while providing commercial leadership.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

RICS/HKIS qualification

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a Director, Cost, Procurement and Contracts to join our Corporate Projects team in Hong Kong. Provide commercial governance for new build and renovation projects through effective cost management, procurement and contract administration. Ensure key commercial processes including procurement and tendering, contract execution, variation orders and payments progress in line with the project timeline.

• Work for a prestigious, globally renowned hospitality and luxury property group
• Exceptional market-leading benefits (role is based in Hong Kong)

Key Accountabilities

• Serve as the commercial lead throughout the full project lifecycle, from feasibility and design through construction, handover, and close-out.
• Provide early commercial guidance on project strategy, procurement approaches, budget management, and risk allocation.
• Lead cost planning, benchmarking, feasibility assessments, and budget development for new build, renovation, CapEx, and infrastructure projects.
• Monitor project financial performance through cost reporting, forecasting, contingency management, and variance analysis.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies for appointing consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
• Manage supplier sourcing, evaluation, prequalification, tendering processes, and contract award recommendations.
• Ensure robust contract governance through contract administration, purchase orders, payment management, and compliance with SOPO requirements.
• Oversee change orders, claims, commercial negotiations, final accounts, and contract close-out activities.
• Maintain commercial controls, including risk registers, procurement trackers, variation logs, claims registers, and management reporting.
• Collaborate with project teams, finance, legal, operations, consultants, contractors, and suppliers while providing commercial leadership and oversight of internal and external commercial resources.

General Requirements

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Building Services Engineering, or a related construction discipline.
• Professional qualification such as RICS, HKIS or equivalent is a plus.
• Minimum 10-15 years of relevant experience in construction, commercial management, cost consultancy, procurement, contracts administration, or project delivery.
• Hands-on experience in luxury hotel, hospitality, residential, mixed-use, or high-end commercial developments, preferably involving complex fit-out and FF&E procurement packages.
• Experience working for a developer, hotel owner/operator, project management consultancy, cost consultancy, contractor, or procurement organization would be advantageous.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance cost, quality, program, and operational requirements.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with consultants, and contractors.