Deputy Managing Director, Real Estate & Development, Singapore

About the Client
Our client is an established and growing platform within the real estate and hospitality space, with a regional footprint across Asia. The business focuses on the development and management of hospitality and mixed-use assets, and is currently seeking a senior leader to drive its development pipeline and project execution capabilities.
Reporting to senior leadership, the Deputy Managing Director will lead the end-to-end development and execution of real estate projects across the region. This is a high-impact leadership role with a strong focus on project development, feasibility, and delivery, working closely with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to bring projects from concept to completion.
About the Role Lead end-to-end real estate development projects, from site identification and feasibility studies through to completion and handover Drive project planning, design, and execution, ensuring delivery within timeline, budget, and quality standards Oversee financial modelling, investment analysis, and project feasibility to support decision-making and profitability Manage cross-functional teams and external stakeholders including architects, consultants, contractors, and government authorities Lead site acquisition, due diligence, and deal structuring for new development opportunities Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, permits, and approvals across different markets Identify and drive regional expansion opportunities, aligning development strategy with business growth objectives
About You Degree in Real Estate, Business, Engineering, or related field with extensive experience in real estate development and project management, ideally within hospitality or mixed-use projects Proven track record in delivering large-scale developments from concept through to completion Strong regional exposure across Asia, including China, with familiarity in regulatory environments and project execution Strong commercial and financial acumen, with experience in feasibility studies, investment analysis, and stakeholder management