Director of Real Estate Development
Job Description & How to Apply Below
A leading group of companies in Abu Dhabi is seeking a strategic and commercially minded Director of Development & Projects to lead the planning, design, development, and project delivery of new and existing real estate assets. Reporting to the CEO, this leadership role will oversee the Development & Projects function, ensuring all projects are delivered to the highest standards of quality, efficiency, compliance, and commercial viability.
Responsibilities- Serve as a member of the executive leadership team and contribute to corporate strategy, planning, and decision making.
- Develop and execute the Development & Projects strategy aligned with overall business objectives.
- Translate strategic priorities into annual business plans, KPIs, and operational targets.
- Drive long term asset enhancement, growth, and value creation initiatives.
- Lead the planning, design, development, and construction activities across new and existing assets.
- Oversee internal teams, consultants, architects, engineers, and project delivery partners.
- Ensure projects align with commercial objectives, operational requirements, customer expectations, and brand standards.
- Lead contractor and consultant selection, procurement, negotiation, and performance management.
- Establish project governance, timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
- Evaluate contractor performance and drive continuous improvement across project delivery activities.
- Ensure adherence to UAE regulations, international standards, and industry best practices.
- Develop and manage departmental budgets and project financial performance.
- Monitor project costs, forecasting, financial controls, and return on investment.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and maximize asset value.
- Support commercial decision-making regarding development opportunities and capital investments.
- Collaborate closely with executive leadership and cross functional stakeholders.
- Manage relationships with consultants, contractors, authorities, regulatory bodies, and external partners.
- Champion innovation, change management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related discipline.
- Master's Degree in a relevant technical field is preferred.
- PMP certification or equivalent professional project management certification is desirable.
- 15 years of experience in design, construction, development, and project management.
- Proven track record delivering major real estate development and construction projects.
- Strong experience managing consultants, contractors, procurement, and project governance frameworks.
- GCC experience is preferred.
- Strong understanding of UAE authorities, regulations, permitting processes, and development requirements.
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