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Senior Project Lead/JV 
MD 

Senior Project Lead/JV MD

DFG Hospitality
Position overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Lead / JV CEO to oversee the successful execution of the Porta Rai project. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in luxury resort development and a proven track record of managing large-scale hospitality projects from inception to completion. The candidate must also have best-in-class project management skills, a strong understanding of PM technologies to achieve the highest optimisation level, an excellent ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, and strong financial acumen. Porta Rai is a joint venture between two equal partners. The Senior Project Lead will work closely with both owners & their teams, operating at an executive level with executive and signing authority on behalf of the company JV.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Lead / JV CEO to oversee the successful execution of the Porta Rai project. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in luxury resort development and a proven track record of managing large-scale hospitality projects from inception to completion. The candidate must also have best-in-class project management skills, a strong understanding of PM technologies to achieve the highest optimisation level, an excellent ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, and strong financial acumen. Porta Rai is a joint venture between two equal partners. The Senior Project Lead will work closely with both owners & their teams, operating at an executive level with executive and signing authority on behalf of the company JV.

Job Responsibilities
  • Executive Leadership: Serve as an executive representative of the company, with the authority to sign contracts and official documents on behalf of the joint venture.
  • Project Management: Lead all aspects of the project lifecycle, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, and execution.
  • Stakeholder Coordination: Liaise with architects, contractors, designers, and other stakeholders to ensure project alignment with the company's vision.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all project activities comply with local regulations, building codes, and environmental standards.
  • Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimise impact on project timelines and budgets.
  • Quality Assurance: Implement quality control processes to uphold the highest standards in construction and design.
  • Team Leadership: Manage and mentor project team members, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
  • Financial Oversight: Manage the project's financial aspects, including budgeting, co control, financial reporting, and ensuring optimal return on both owner.
  • Dual Reporting: Provide regular updates to both owners, ensuring transparency on project progress, financial status, challenges, and solutions.
  • Community Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with local authorities, community leaders, and business partners.
  • Joint Venture Collaboration: Facilitate effective communication and decision-making between the two partners, balancing their inputs and guiding consensus.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Project Management, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Project Management, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.

Past employment experience
Minimum 15 years of relevant experience Experience on projects above 70,000 m2 of GDA Experience on a large scale (>300 keys or more) hotel projects would be of substantial significance by incorporating complex special features such as dining facilities, sports amenities, kids club, and landscape designs. FOR MORE DETAILS, DOWNLOAD THE PDF.

Minimum 15 years of relevant experience Experience on projects above 70,000 m2 of GDA Experience on a large scale (>300 keys or more) hotel projects would be of substantial significance by incorporating complex special features such as dining facilities, sports amenities, kids club, and landscape designs. FOR MORE DETAILS, DOWNLOAD THE PDF.