[Hiring] Technical Services Director @Travelodge Hotels

Role Description

The Project Director (Asia) will lead, oversee, and execute the design, procurement, and construction delivery of all hospitality real estate initiatives across the Asia portfolio. Based in the regional headquarters in Singapore, this senior role reports directly to the Head of Hotel Asset Management.

The role is responsible for maximizing asset value and ensuring project delivery with zero delays across diverse asset types. These include greenfield developments, strategic conversions, rebrandings, and renovations within active, operating hotels. The Director will drive project governance by managing regional external teams and proactively mitigating development risks before they impact budgets or timelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil/Structural Engineering, Architecture, Project Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10–12 years of progressive hospitality project management experience, with at least 5 years operating in a regional or multi-country capacity within Asia.
• Proven success in managing external Project Management firms, general contractors, and localized on-site construction managers across different Asian markets.
• Demonstrated experience delivering greenfield builds, hotel asset conversions, and complex refurbishments within live operational environments.

Requirements

• Solid understanding of construction dynamics, statutory permitting variations, and cultural business nuances across key Asian markets.
• Deep knowledge of hotel zoning, Front-of-House (FOH) versus Back-of-House (BOH) layout efficiency, and heavy MEP infrastructure dependencies.
• High proficiency in international contract management (e.g., FIDIC, regional standard forms) and commercial negotiation.
• Exceptional communication, diplomacy, and presentation skills, with the ability to confidently present risk-mitigation strategies to C-suite stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel regionally across Asia as required to audit sites and resolve critical project bottlenecks.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Flexible working arrangements.