Development Manager - Football Training Centers
Qiddiya | القدية
Lead development of world‑class football training centers from concept through delivery.
4 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Onsite
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
What you would be doing
design review
risk mitigation
stakeholder mgmt
value engineering
scope management
reporting
- Assist with the development of the Football Training Centres, from pre-concept through schematic design, tender, delivery and completion
- Identify and mitigate project risks during development
- Review and approve design deliverables to ensure technical compliance, cost efficiency, and constructability
- Oversee the design process, ensuring alignment with Qiddiya's stakeholders, standards, and operational requirements
- Coordinate and manage internal and external reporting and governance, ensuring compliance with program, policies and alignment with Qiddiya's stakeholders
- Support stakeholder approvals, permitting, and regulatory submissions
- Ensure coordination with infrastructure, utilities, sustainability, and mobility teams during design and early delivery planning
- Assist with value engineering and design optimization to achieve cost and schedule targets without compromising quality
- Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, and key performance indicators
- Coordinate with Qiddiya's internal stakeholders and delivery teams to ensure integration and implementation
- Manage architects, engineers, cost consultants and specialist designers through concept, schematic, and detailed design phases
- Support procurement workflows to align with company standards
What you bring
english
coordination
lifecycle
bachelor's
communication
7+ years
- Fluency in English; Arabic is advantageous
- Proven ability to coordinate multidisciplinary interfaces and support the leadership of design and consultant teams
- Comprehensive understanding of the full development lifecycle from concept through design, procurement, and governance
- Bachelor's degree in real estate development, Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management
- Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams
- At least 7 years of experience in real estate development, ideally sports-related development is highly desirable.
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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.
- ‘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
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
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
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