​#SectorSpotlight: Property & Real Estate | Project & Leasing: From Delivery to Strategy

by Philbert Anand

In this episode, Philbert Anand explores how Project Management and Leasing are transforming from traditional operational roles into strategic drivers of value across Asia-Pacific’s real estate landscape. From sustainable, tech-enabled developments to portfolio strategies that enhance productivity and financial performance, these functions are now core to long-term asset success.

Philbert shares what top candidates are doing to stand out — quantifying impact, influencing portfolio outcomes, and demonstrating cross-functional capability — as well as the key hiring challenges organizations face as they seek versatile, commercially minded talent. If you’re involved in development, leasing, or real estate strategy, this deep dive highlights the skills, trends, and opportunities shaping the next decade of the industry.