Juniper Hotels - Project Lead/Head

Required Qualification:

- Bachelor's in Civil Engineering (mandatory); master's in project management preferred

- Certifications in HVAC, LEED, or PMP are advantageous

- Preferred Experience: 15+ years of experience in real estate or hospitality project execution

- Project Director - Execution role at Juniper Hotels, especially given their luxury hospitality focus and partnership with global brands like Hyatt, the competencies should reflect strategic leadership, technical mastery, and brand-aligned delivery.

- End-to-end project execution for luxury hospitality developments

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities (KRA):

- The Project Director - Execution is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of complex, high value real estate and hospitality projects.

- This senior leadership role ensures seamless coordination across multidisciplinary teams, drives execution excellence, and aligns project outcomes with strategic business objectives.

- The role demands deep technical expertise, stakeholder management finesse, and a relentless focus on quality, timelines, and budget.

- Alignment of execution plans with brand standards and business strategy

- Decision-making under pressure with a focus on quality, cost, and timelines

Key Responsibilities:

Project Execution Leadership:

- Oversee full-cycle execution of luxury residential and hospitality developments

- Translate strategic plans into actionable execution roadmaps

- Ensure adherence to design intent, regulatory approvals, and contractual obligations

Team & Stakeholder Management:

- Lead cross-functional teams including consultants, contractors, and internal departments

- Interface with HNWIs, investors, and senior leadership to align expectations

- Mentor project managers and site leads to uphold execution standards

Budgeting & Cost Control:

- Monitor project budgets, cash flows, and cost-to-complete forecasts

- Implement value engineering and cost optimization strategies

Quality & Compliance:

- Enforce quality assurance protocols and safety standards

- Ensure compliance with local laws, environmental norms, and international benchmarks

Risk & Issue Resolution:

- Identify execution risks and implement mitigation strategies

- Resolve site-level conflicts and escalate critical issues proactively

Reporting & Documentation:

- Deliver periodic progress reports to stakeholders and board members

- Maintain comprehensive documentation for audits, handovers, and legal purposes

Required Skills & Competencies:

- Strategic execution planning and operational leadership

- Expertise in construction methodologies, MEP systems, and finishing standards

- Proficiency in MS Project, AutoCAD, SAP, Oracle P6, and ERP platforms

- Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills

- Ability to lead multicultural and geographically dispersed teams