Job Description :

- We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Deputy General Manager - Project Finance to lead financial planning, project evaluation, funding, and monitoring for new hotel developments, brownfield expansions, and renovation projects across the group.

- The ideal candidate will have deep experience in hospitality project finance, strong financial modelling capabilities, and a proven track record of managing large-scale CAPEX projects in alignment with business goals.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Project Evaluation & Financial Modelling :

- Develop detailed financial models, IRR, NPV, payback analysis, and scenario planning for new hotel projects and assets.

- Evaluate feasibility studies, project viability reports, and market intelligence inputs.

- Work closely with development, design, and projects teams to validate cost assumptions and timelines.

2. Budgeting & CAPEX Control :

- Prepare and monitor CAPEX budgets, ensuring financial discipline and adherence to approved cost parameters.

- Track project-wise cash flows, timelines, cost overruns, and contingency utilization.

- Provide variance analysis and monthly dashboards to the CFO and Board.

3. Financing & Fund Management :

- Assist in arranging project financing, including debt syndication, refinancing, and banking negotiations.

- Prepare project information memorandums (IMs), pitch decks, and lender documentation.

- Manage drawdowns, interest costs, and compliance with financial covenants.

4. Commercial & Contract Management :

- Evaluate vendor proposals, major contracts, and BOQs from a financial perspective.

- Support negotiations with contractors, suppliers, and consultants.

- Ensure financial protection through proper contract structuring, billing verification, and milestone tracking.

5. Compliance, Reporting & Governance :

- Oversee statutory and regulatory compliance for all project-related financial matters.

- Coordinate with internal audit, statutory audit, and external consultants.

- Present project performance reports to senior management and investment committees.

6. Cross-Functional Coordination :

- Work closely with Projects, Design, F&B Planning, Operations, and Legal teams.

- Ensure timely communication on project risks, cash flow requirements, and deviation approvals.

Candidate Profile :

- Qualification : CA / MBA (Finance) / CFA preferred.

- Experience : 10-15+ years of project finance experience, ideally within hotels, real estate, or infrastructure.

- Strong financial modelling and analytical capability.

- Experience in debt syndication, lender relations, and handling large-scale CAPEX projects.

- Excellent commercial acumen and negotiation skills.

- Ability to work with senior leadership and handle high-pressure project timelines.

- Strong understanding of hotel development cycles and cost drivers (preferred).

Key Competencies :

- Financial modelling & valuation

- CAPEX planning & cost control

- Banking & lender coordination

- Contract evaluation & commercial negotiation

- Project cash flow management

- Strategic thinking & problem-solving

- High integrity and governance mindset