Senior Manager - Development (CO134) at Qiddiya Investment Company

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Jun, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Development Planning, Project Execution, Stakeholder Management, Market Research, Feasibility Studies, Risk Assessment, Financial Modeling, Project Governance, Team Leadership, Urban Planning, Real Estate Development, Cross-functional Coordination, Budget Monitoring, Performance Metrics, Commercial Mixed-use Projects, Retail Project Management

Industry

Entertainment Providers

Description

Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking a dynamic and visionary Senior Manager - Development (CO134) to lead the strategic growth and development initiatives for our ambitious projects. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong background in development planning, project execution, and stakeholder management to drive Qiddiya’s vision of becoming a leading global destination for entertainment, sports, and culture. Responsibilities Develop and implement strategic development plans aligned with Qiddiya’s corporate objectives and vision. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure seamless coordination and execution of development projects. Conduct market research, feasibility studies, and risk assessments to inform strategic decision-making. Engage and manage relationships with internal stakeholders, government entities, and external partners to facilitate project success. Oversee the monitoring and reporting of project progress, budgets, and performance metrics. Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and growth within the development portfolio. Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to development teams to foster a culture of excellence and innovation. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Urban Planning, Engineering, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred. Minimum of 8-12 years of experience in strategic development, real estate, or project management roles. Proven experience in leading complex development projects from strategy through execution. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, including experience with feasibility analysis, risk assessment, development planning, or PMO and project governance frameworks. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience managing senior or cross-functional stakeholders. Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities. Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, multicultural environment. Experience with Excel for feasibility and financial modeling. Experience with project controls platforms, reporting dashboards, or real estate development systems. Experience with commercial mixed-use and retail projects. Business-fluent English.

Responsibilities

Lead strategic growth and development initiatives to establish Qiddiya as a global destination for entertainment, sports, and culture. This involves developing strategic plans, managing cross-functional teams, and overseeing project progress and budgets.