Senior Project Manager, Middle East and Egypt

Role Overview

Senior Project Manager, Middle East and Egypt at Hilton. Based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, with extensive travel across Egypt and the wider Middle East.

Company Overview

Hilton operates across multiple brands and geographies. This role supports the Development, Architecture Design and Construction (AD&C), Openings & Transitions, Operations, Food & Drink, Technology and other specialist functions within the organization.

Role Purpose

Manage the successful delivery of hotel development projects across the Middle East, with primary focus on Egypt. Serve as Hilton's principal point of contact for all project stakeholders throughout design, construction and hotel opening phases, ensuring projects meet Hilton's standards and operational requirements while supporting continued growth of the development pipeline.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Delivery

• Manage design and construction processes across assigned projects, including new developments, conversions and renovations.
• Manage projects in accordance with AD&C project management process and Hilton Project Manager roles and responsibilities.
• Work effectively with owners, developers and consultants to optimize project delivery, quality and program.
• Oversee snagging inspections, project handover and hotel opening readiness activities.
• Inspect completed works and prepare project handover documentation in accordance with Hilton project management procedures.

Stakeholder Management & Communication

• Act as Hilton's primary AD&C representative and principal point of contact between owners, consultants and Hilton stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Facilitate communication between owners, consultants and Hilton stakeholders to ensure operational requirements, design intent and brand standards are fully incorporated into the project.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with owners, developers, consultants and Hilton stakeholders to support successful project delivery.
• You will be the principal point of contact for all project stakeholders, both within Hilton and for owners and partners, throughout the design, construction and hotel opening phases of the development pipeline.

Technical Review & Compliance

• Review consultant submissions throughout all stages of the design and construction process, preparing associated reports and correspondence.
• Support the Development team during technical due diligence by reviewing plans, specifications and scheme proposals for compliance with Hilton Brand Standards and applicable local and international codes.
• Provide technical recommendations to the Development team during project evaluation and hotel signings.
• Identify project risks, technical issues and areas of non-compliance, working collaboratively with owners and project teams to achieve timely resolution.

Monitoring & Inspection

• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor construction progress, quality, workmanship and compliance with Hilton standards.
• Prepare monthly internal project reports, highlighting project progress, key milestones, risks and mitigation plans.

Coordination & Guidance

• Coordinate multidisciplinary reviews with Development, Architecture & Design, Openings & Transitions, Operations, Food & Drink, Technology and other Hilton stakeholders to ensure timely decisions and project alignment.
• Supervise external consultants where required during project execution.
• Undertake Property Improvement Plans (PIPs) for conversion and rebranding projects, preparing detailed reports that define the scope of work required to achieve Hilton standards.
• Provide technical guidance and support to owners during the implementation of agreed PIP scopes.

Qualifications & Experience

• University degree in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years experience in hospitality design, construction or project management, preferably within an international hotel company.
• Experience managing multiple hotel development projects simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of hotel design, construction methods and project delivery.
• Experience working with owners, developers, consultants and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Knowledge of local building regulations and international Fire & Life Safety standards.
• In-depth knowledge of construction projects and track record of successful project delivery (preferred).
• Supervisory experience (preferred).
• Previous project management experience demonstrating capability to lead and monitor outside consultants (preferred).

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong project management, problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities across different countries.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and project management software.
• Fluency in spoken and written Arabic and English.
• Proactive, collaborative and results-driven approach.
• Organised and commercially aware.
• Positive attitude, sound judgement and integrity.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with owners, developers, consultants and Hilton stakeholders.

Additional Information

• Role is hybrid based in Dubai with extensive travel across Egypt and the wider Middle East to support owners, monitor project progress, conduct site inspections and facilitate project delivery.