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Four Seasons is seeking a highly skilled and driven On-Site Lead – Design Services, based in Beirut, Lebanon to oversee the final phase of a prestigious hotel opening project. Based on-site in the pre-opening office, this role is at the forefront of design resolution, construction coordination, and handover management—bringing the Four Seasons vision to life in partnership with ownership and key stakeholders. This role is a fixed-term contract for 12 months.
Job Responsibility:
Lead and manage the final transition of the hotel project from the Owner/Developer to Four Seasons
Coordinate across multiple stakeholders, including Owner Representatives, Project Managers, Four Seasons Design Services and Operations teams
Establish and manage detailed handover and close-out strategies, timelines, and deliverables
Maintain full oversight of snag list inspections, deficiency tracking, functional testing, and final documentation
Drive effective communication, flagging and resolving project issues, and escalating when necessary
Utilize Four Seasons' project management tools and systems for documentation, reporting, and progress tracking
Partner closely with the Hotel General Manager, Portfolio Management, and Hotel Ops team to ensure readiness for opening
Facilitate handover of systems, hardware, and spaces in line with brand expectations and operational needs
Lead and support deep cleaning, sleep testing, and post-project evaluations
Requirements:
Proven experience in hotel project delivery, particularly in handover and close-out phases
Strong background in design resolution, construction oversight, and stakeholder coordination
Demonstrated ability to navigate complex, multi-stakeholder environments with diplomacy and confidence
Exceptional organizational and communication skills, with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach
Experience working with high-end or luxury hospitality projects is highly preferred
Familiarity with formal control documentation, snagging, commissioning, and testing processes
Fluency in Arabic and English is a must
Nice to have:
Experience working with high-end or luxury hospitality projects is highly preferred