Business Head - Construction Industry

Role: Business Head (Regional Director) / City Head.

As a regional leader, you will take full ownership of workspace design and build projectsfrom pitch to delivery.

This includes driving profitability, managing stakeholders, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring every project delivers both client satisfaction and business value.

You will serve as a strategic leader, aligning business development, design, project execution, and client experience around the mission of creating people-centric, high-performance work environments.

This role blends strategic leadership, P&L responsibility, and execution excellence, with a strong emphasis on client-centric outcomes and team empowerment.

Key Responsibilities:

Business Leadership & Strategy:

- Own and drive the overall P&L, ensuring profitability, cost control, and resource optimization across projects.

- Define and execute a strategic roadmap to win and successfully execute more business within the region or city.

- Build a culture of performance, accountability, and innovation within cross-functional teams.

- Identify growth opportunities, both in existing accounts and new partnerships.

Client Engagement & Brand Representation:

- Build and nurture strong relationships with clients throughout the project lifecycle and beyond.

- Translate client vision into actionable solutions, ensuring continuous value delivery.

- Champion the companys brand and values, converting satisfied clients into long-term partners.

- Oversee post-project engagement, feedback gathering, and success case documentation.

Pitch-to-Win Ownership:

- Collaborate with Business Development to co-lead and refine value-based pitches.

- Validate design strategies and commercial proposals to maximize win probability.

- Ensure timely delivery and quality of pitch-related documents, including presentations, cost sheets, and design narratives.

- Plan for and mitigate risks associated with pitch failures or project gaps.

Project Execution Oversight:

- Ensure alignment between client KPIs and internal delivery mechanisms.

- Conduct regular project reviews with Design, Project Management, and Costing teams.

- Monitor cash flow, execution timelines, and on-site adherence to design intent.

- Implement proactive risk management strategies across financial, operational, and client satisfaction metrics.

Cross-Functional Leadership:

- Guide, mentor, and align multidisciplinary teams across design, costing, BD, PM, and support functions.

- Facilitate collaboration, clear communication, and problem-solving across stakeholders.

- Ensure every team member delivers against client goals and quality standards.

- Attract and retain the best talent.

Team Development:

- Mentor and develop high-performing teams, encouraging collaboration and professional growth.

- Foster a supportive environment that promotes creativity, knowledge sharing, and skill development.

- Recruit and retain top talent to build a team capable of delivering exceptional design solutions.

What We Expect:

- Bachelors in Architecture/Civil Engineering; Postgraduate in Project/Construction Management (NICMAR, RICS, or similar) or MBA preferred.

- 12 to 18 years of experience in workspace design, project management, or client engagement.

- Strong financial acumen and proven P&L management.

- Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills with a customer-first mindset.

- Strategic thinker with execution focus and high adaptability.

- Leadership experience in managing large, cross-functional teams.

Success Metrics:

- Financial: Deliver projects meeting or exceeding targeted profit margins.

- Client Success: Achieve high NPS, repeat business, and strong client feedback.

- Project Delivery: Ensure timely and budget-compliant project completions.

- Win Ratio: Convert a high percentage of pitches into active projects.

- Team Leadership: Build and retain engaged, high-performing teams.

- Risk Management: Proactively resolve issues and minimize escalations.

- Brand Advocacy: Generate strong client testimonials and referrals.

What We Offer:

- Engaging work culture with freedom and responsibility.

- Innovative environment encouraging creativity in all aspects of the business.

- Strong career growth, learning opportunities, and inspiring projects.

- A collaborative and supportive team culture that values your strengths and expertise.

Note: This job description is a general outline of responsibilities and requirements for a Corporate Interior Fit-Out Specialist leadership role.

Actual scope may vary depending on client and project requirements.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply.