Manager, Design and Feasibility

CAPELLA HOTEL GROUP PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Capella Hotel Group Pte. Ltd. in Singapore leads the Design & Technical Services team to evaluate hotel development opportunities, conduct feasibility assessments, assist in concept development, and provide analytical insights to support growth across Capella and Patina luxury brands.

Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Design & Technical Services and the Chief Development Officer, the role focuses on project feasibility, market assessment, and strategic narratives for brand-fit concepts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture & Urban Planning, Hospitality or related discipline.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in hotel development, hospitality consulting or real estate advisory.
• Ability to decipher construction documents and evaluate design and space planning.
• Strong PowerPoint presentation development and data visualization skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Review project development drawings and reports for new leads for Capella and Patina branded properties.
• Conduct preliminary feasibility studies, evaluate market demand, competitive supply and opportunities.
• Research data on tourism, demographic, economic, and luxury travel trends.
• Contribute ideas for guest experience, programming, F&B, wellness and placemaking with operations, brand and sales teams.
• Assist in developing project narratives, development briefs, owner presentations, and strategic reports.

Skills

Presentation skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Independent working

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture & Urban Planning, Hospitality or related discipline

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Adobe Creative Suite

MS Office

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The role, which is based in Singapore executes and supports the Design & Technical Services team in evaluating hotel development opportunities, conducting project feasibility assessments, assisting in concept development, and providing analytical insights to support strategic growth initiatives for the company's luxury hospitality brands.

This position reports directly to Senior Vice President, Design & Technical Services and is accountable to the Chief Development Officer.

THE ROLE

Project Feasibility & Market Assessment

• Review project development drawings and reports for new leads for both Capella and Patina branded hotels, resorts and branded residences.
• Conduct preliminary feasibility studies, evaluate market demand, competitive supply, destination potential and development opportunities.
• Research and analyze data on tourism, demographic, economic, hospitality, wellness, lifestyle, and luxury travel trends.
• Contribute ideas for guest experience, programming, F&B, wellness, and placemaking concepts in collaboration with Operations, Brand and Sales teams.
• Assist in developing project narratives, development briefs, owner presentations, and strategic reports in relation to brand fit and concept strategies.

TALENT PROFILE

Qualification

Bachelor's degree in either Architecture & Urban Planning, Hospitality or other related discipline

Work Experience

3-5 years of relevant experience, preferably in one or more of the following:

• Hotel development
• Hospitality consulting
• Real estate advisory

Technical Skills

• Able to decipher construction documents and have a keen eye for design and space planning.
• Good competency in design & project management tools.
• Strong PowerPoint presentation development skill set.
• Proficiency in presentation techniques and application programs (e.g. PPT, Excel, Adobe Creative Suite & MS Office).
• Competent and confident communicator in English, in verbal, graphics and written forms; proficiency in other languages is advantageous.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Kindly be informed only shortlisted candidates will be notified.