Director, Newbuild Hotel Projects, Disney Cruise Line
- Lead project scope and specification development, coordinating and communicating DCL requirements regarding all hotel and crew operating principles, criteria and targets for new vessels throughout the project lifecycle, representing DCL Hotel & HR Operations team until operational handover.
- Act as the primary liaison for hotel and crew operations during newbuild and dry dock projects, representing DCL Operations to both internal teams and external partners.
- Validate and approve hotel and crew ROM’s and AOM’s and serve as coordinator for the hotel owner’s furnished equipment budget & lump sums. Identify opportunities for cost efficiencies across all projects.
- Closely collaborate with WDI project team during the build. Regularly visit and inspect the ship during construction, mockups and test and trials. Maintain strong working relations with the shipyard's leadership team and partners.
- In partnership with WDI, ensure project objectives are met and that the approved scope of work, including scope changes, is delivered. Make sure that all projects remain within the established project parameters and changes are appropriately communicated and approved.
- Leverage key data on industry trends, as well as environmental regulations and other data inputs. In partnership with Safety, Security and Environmental Compliance, this role will ensure that all projects comply with relevant regulations from various authorities.
- Collaborate with DCL stakeholders, partners and consultants to develop content for shipbuilding contracts, appendices and supplier selection. Influence negotiations during the supplier selection.
- Provide regular project updates to DCL Leadership. Oversee the preparation of monthly hotel operations presentations providing updates on project progress inclusive of build deficiencies and scheduling.
- Consistently engage in shipbuilding and guest experience industry research and development to keep abreast of future trends. Attend conferences and supplier trade events.
- Identify opportunities for business process improvements within new build projects and dry dock initiatives to improve the quality of products and services delivered.
- In addition to newbuilding development, this role will partner with dry dock team for the strategic planning and development of the long-term fleet drydock program, supporting the dry docks team in developing large scale refurbishment and sustainability project proposals.
- We are looking for someone with strong experience in hotel operations, having worked for a high performing 5-Star luxury operator.
- Strong preference for someone with experience working in hotels on board a cruise line.
- Cruise ship operations and shipyard construction experience related to new build projects desired.
- Knowledge of hotel maintenance upkeep and the specification of hotel equipment. Deep knowledge of catering design and functionality a strong bonus.
- Ability to travel internationally for significant periods of time.
- Ability to work in shipyard construction site conditions.
- Expert in business and operational processes with strong organisational and project management skills and an eye for detail.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills with the ability to define and execute a clear vision and motivate others to achieve goals.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to articulate ideas persuasively; settle differences and win concessions without damaging relationships.
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