Club Mahindra - General Manager - Projects - Lease

Key Responsibilities:

1. Design Coordination & Technical Planning

- Collaborate with internal design, brand, and procurement teams to translate project briefs into viable construction plans.

- Review and validate architectural, structural, MEP, and interior design layouts to ensure compliance and feasibility.

2. Property Improvement Plans (PIPs)

- Prepare and implement tailored PIPs for operational properties based on audit findings and guest experience insights.

- Prioritize interventions based on ROI, guest impact, and operational downtime.

3. Project Execution Monitoring

- Monitor site progress through weekly reviews, quality audits, and milestone tracking.

- Drive issue resolution, risk mitigation, and vendor performance management to avoid timeline slippages.

4. Planning & Scheduling

- Develop detailed project timelines, budget forecasts, and resource plans.

- Use project management tools for real-time visibility and internal reporting.

5. Cost Management & Value Engineering

- Evaluate alternate design/material options to drive cost efficiency.

- Lead negotiations with vendors and contractors for scope, timelines, and pricing.

6. Stakeholder Management

- Interface with cross-functional stakeholders-Finance, Operations, Design, Legal-to ensure smooth approvals and execution.

- Communicate project health through MIS dashboards and executive updates.

7. Team Leadership

- Manage a geographically dispersed project team comprising site engineers, consultants, contractors, and support staff.

- Create a culture of accountability, innovation, and performance orientation.

8. Reporting & Documentation

- Generate detailed project reports, including timelines, CAPEX utilization, variation orders, and snag lists.

- Ensure documentation for statutory compliance, safety certifications, and final handover.

Candidate Profile

Qualification:

- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering / Architecture / Construction Management.

- PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certification preferred.

Experience:

- 10-15 years in project management, preferably in hospitality, retail, or real estate.

- Demonstrated experience handling multi-site projects, PIP initiatives, and refurbishments.

Skills:

- Strong grasp of construction practices, vendor management, and project controls.

- Proficiency in MS Project / Primavera / AutoCAD.

- Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder management abilities.