Senior Manager - Business Planning (CDU4) - 20004870
Qiddiya | القدية
A Saudi megaproject creating a world‑class entertainment, sports and culture destination around Riyadh.
Standardize and oversee QIC business planning, supporting BU 5‑year plans and market assessments
9 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Office Full-Time
Company Size
1,900 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Engineering
Architecture
Property Development
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Entertainment
Theme Parks
Sports
Wellness
Hospitality
Real Estate
Residential
Commercial
Role
Description
business planning
market analysis
template development
stage‑gate docs
standardization
stakeholder liaison
Manage and provide support where necessary to the BUs in the development of their 5-year BU-Level Business Plans
Evaluate market studies from business units focused on demand-supply dynamics, target segments, competitive benchmarks, and trends
Manage the development of comprehensive business planning template, structure, and processes for implementation
Facilitate strategic alignment sessions with business unit heads
Act as the liaison between Development, CDU, internal team
Review submissions from business units and provide structured feedback, ensuring strategic alignment and completeness
Develop the required policies and procedures related to Business Planning
Facilitate and coordinate with internal teams and external consultants to gather inputs, validate assumptions, and ensure adherence to stage-gate requirements
Coordinate with external consultants and stakeholders, as required
Prepare strategic presentations and reports for senior leadership and board-level review
Develop and standardize stage-gate Business Planning Documents as per QIC - Stage Gate Processes framework
Drive standardization efforts of business plan templates and submission formats across QIC to ensure uniformity and comparability of content
Standardize the market assessment frameworks and assumptions used in planning inputs to ensure consistency across BUs, in collaboration with relevant stakeholders
Ensure that all business unit plans are aligned with QIC's mandate, vision, mission, and strategic objectives
Requirements
bachelor's
consultancy
6-8 years
Bachelor's in related field
Consultancy experience is preferred
6-8 years of experience
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
$9.8B Budget
Project Investment
Total allocated funds for building the destination city.
300 Attractions
Unique Experiences
Including theme parks, sports, and cultural venues.
17M Visitors
Annual Visitor Projection
Expected visitors by 2030, showcasing global appeal.
600K Residents
Future Population
Anticipated residents once the city is fully developed.
Rising southwest of Riyadh, it is backed by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund.
Built to blend 'play' into everyday life, creating immersive, lifelong experiences.
Development is unfolding in phases, with Phase 1 including various projects and attractions such as Six Flags, Aquarabia, and a world-class motorsports circuit.
Beyond thrill parks, it is establishing vibrant sports, arts, and cultural districts, plus residential and community infrastructure.
Key sector expertise spans entertainment, tourism, infrastructure, sports, and cultural development.
By 2030, it is projected to host millions of visitors annually and offer hundreds of thousands of jobs.
Notable features include the Middle East’s largest Six Flags park, a Formula 1-grade racetrack, and the world’s only Dragon Ball theme park.
Culture + Values
‘Now We Play’ purpose-driven culture using the power of play to advance society
Collaborative care for people and environment enabling all stakeholders to flourish
Ethical business conduct and transparency embedded in governance
Safety culture committed to zero harm
Local heritage celebration through accessible, affordable destination design
Environment + Sustainability
Net Zero by 2060
Carbon Emissions Target
Aiming to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2060 to reduce its environmental impact.
20% Energy Reduction
Energy Efficiency Goal
Committed to reducing energy consumption by 20% relative to the 2021 SEC benchmark.
100% Wastewater Reused
Water Management Initiative
Ensuring all wastewater is treated and reused for landscaping purposes.
80% EV Charging
Sustainable Transportation
Equipping 80% of parking slots with EV charging stations by 2035.
ESG vision focused on minimizing environmental footprint under theme 'Play Right'
94% municipal solid waste landfill diversion by 2035
90% organic waste composted on-site by 2035
Support for Saudi Green Initiative, Green Riyadh and UN SDGs
Inclusion & Diversity
40% Target
Women in Workforce
Aiming to achieve 40% female representation in the overall workforce by 2030.
30% Target
Women in Leadership
Committed to reaching 30% female representation in leadership positions by 2030.
100% Accessibility
Public Realm Accessibility
Ensuring full accessibility in public spaces for individuals with disabilities.
Affordability programme with discounted tickets for low‑income visitors