Development & Project Oversight Manager

Reporting to the Head of Asset Management and working closely with the Head of Value-Add Europe, the Project Manager will be responsible for leading major capex and development projects across hospitality and managed residential assets, from design to delivery. Acting as the owner’s representative, the role ensures projects are delivered on time, on budget, and in line with investment strategy, regulatory standards, and ESG objectives.
The Project Manager will also support capex initiatives within our European prime high-street retail portfolio.
This role requires strong technical expertise, excellent stakeholder management, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.

**_ How you'll spend your time.._**
- Lead redevelopment and ground-up development projects, including feasibility, design coordination, procurement, execution, and post-delivery snagging.
- Oversee façade renovations and ESG upgrades (energy efficiency, RE2020, tertiary decree compliance).
- Manage projects under VEFA, MOD, or AMO structures, ensuring alignment with investment, asset management, and ESG teams.
- Coordinate stakeholders (architects, engineers, consultants, legal advisors, authorities) and chair project/site meetings.
- Drive permitting processes, contractual negotiations, and compliance with technical, legal, and regulatory requirements.
- Monitor budgets, control costs, and produce clear project reporting for management and investors.
- Embed ESG targets throughout the project lifecycle, securing certifications (HQE, BREEAM, etc.), and promoting sustainable innovation.
- Guarantee delivery quality consistent with brand, operational, and environmental standards.

**_ To be successful in this role you will have.._**
- Master’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction, or real estate.
- 5-10 years of experience in real estate development or project management (MOD/AMO/developer), ideally including hospitality, façade refurbishment, or ESG-driven projects.
- Proven ability to deliver complex, multi-stakeholder projects from concept to completion.
- Strong knowledge of French urban planning laws, permitting procedures, and construction regulations.
- Solid financial and technical expertise in cost control and capex budgeting.
- Skilled in project reporting, with experience in investor-grade documentation.
- Autonomous, proactive, and adaptable to fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and coordination skills, with a collaborative and hands-on mindset.
- Fluency in French and English (spoken and written).

**About Columbia Threadneedle Investments**

Working at Columbia Threadneedle Investments you'll find growth and career opportunities across all of our businesses.

We're intentionally built to help you succeed. Our reach is expansive with a global team of 2,500 people working together. Our expertise is diverse with more than 650 investment professionals sharing global perspectives across all major asset classes and markets. Our clients have access to a broad array of investment strategies, and we have the capability to create bespoke solutions matched to clients' specific requirements.

Columbia Threadneedle is a people business and we recognise that our success is due to our talented people, who bring diversity of thought, complementary skills and capabilities. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace that supports the diversity of our employees and reflects our broader communities and client-base.

We appreciate that work-life balance is an important factor for many when considering their next move so please discuss any flexible working requirements directly with your recruiter.

**Full-Time/Part-Time**

Full time

**Worker Sub Type**

Permanent

**Job Family Group**

Investment Management