Senior Development Manager

Description

We are looking for a Senior Development Manager to oversee the entire lifecycle of real estate projects — from initial site selection and feasibility studies to construction and final handover to the client.

• Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary consultant teams, including architects, engineers, and interior designers, ensuring the project design aligns with strategic objectives, market positioning, budget, and schedule.
• Maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders — including strategic business partners, public officials, community leaders, and consultants — keeping them informed of project milestones, risks, and opportunities.
• Review and assess technical and financial proposals from consultants, and prepare recommendations for appointments to management.
• Assist in the preparation of RFPs and in identifying appropriate consultants for the project.
• Prepare and present regular reports to senior management on design progress, key milestones, budgets, and risk identification and mitigation strategies.
• Oversee all phases of real estate development projects, from establishing the project brief to planning, execution, and completion.
• Ensure compliance with local zoning laws and regulations, and obtain necessary approvals and permits from relevant municipal, governmental, and statutory authorities.
• Work closely with the construction team and contractors to monitor progress, manage schedules, and ensure construction adheres to quality standards and budget constraints.
• Review design packages submitted by consultants, ensuring proper coordination with cross-functional teams.
• Coordinate the launch and marketing materials for projects with multiple stakeholders.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 8 years of experience in the real estate industry, with a proven track record of managing development projects in the UAE. Strong understanding of project launch processes, local codes and regulations, permitting, and construction workflows.
• Financial Acumen: Demonstrated experience managing budgets for large-scale real estate development projects.
• Market Knowledge: Deep understanding of real estate market dynamics, trends, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Design Acumen: Ability to review design packages across multiple disciplines and provide feedback aligned with project vision, budget, and timeline requirements. Attention to detail and commitment to quality standards are essential.
• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field (preferably Architecture), with experience in residential and/or hospitality projects.
• Project Management: Excellent project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Problem-Solving: Exceptional ability to identify issues, mitigate risks, and develop effective, timely solutions.
• Leadership & Communication: Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills for dealing with consultants, contractors, and business stakeholders.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. Experience in coordination with cost consultants, leading value engineering exercises, and collaborating with contractors to meet budget requirements is essential.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance