About ASCENTIS
Ascentis is an international engineering and project management consultancy, focused on hospitality and commercial developments across South Asia and East Africa. Founded in 2007, our team works alongside world-class developers and hotel operators to deliver exceptional outcomes on complex, high-value projects. Our success is built on clear thinking, decisive leadership, and a collaborative, people-first approach.

Role Overview

As Associate Director – Development, you will lead multiple real estate developments from feasibility and planning through design, procurement, and construction. This is a senior leadership role requiring robust stakeholder management, commercial acumen, and hands-on delivery experience in large-scale projects.
You will lead multidisciplinary teams, represent the client’s interests, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

Program Management
Lead preparation of master schedules, budgets, and procurement strategies
Align project baselines with client expectations




Monitor progress and manage change control for variations

Design Consultant Appointment
Lead RFP preparation, consultant shortlisting, bidding, award, and contracting
Manage both local and international consultant appointments

Design Management
Oversee all design activities in line with project brief and master schedule
Implement ASCENTIS design coordination, review, approval, and change processes
Administer design contracts and control scope creep
Coordinate with clients and operators to enable timely decision-making
Ensure effective document control

Cost Management
Lead QS teams in preparing budgets at various design stages
Monitor and control costs through design, procurement, and construction
Drive value engineering initiatives
Oversee monthly cost reports, cash flow, and budget updates

Tender & Contract Management
Lead contractor prequalification and tender documentation
Direct BOQ

📌 Associate Director of Development (Navi Mumbai)
🏢 Ascentis Group
📍 Navi Mumbai