Senior Manager - Development

Job description / Role

- Will have a strong background of delivering projects across the GCC in a senior development capacity for a real estate development company.
- Will be responsible for the development of project (s) within a specified portfolio across assigned asset class (Residential , Commercial , Hospitality and Retail).
- Will identify and prepare development strategy & manage the assigned Property Portfolio /project across the full lifecycle of the project from blue print to handover and beyond.
- Will have exceptional IRR, feasibility and project delivery skills.
- Manage stakeholder relationships at all levels including liaison with stakeholder partners and key business affiliates.
- Provide support in defining strategy for delivery of the development pipeline.
- Ensure all technical procedures adapted meet with approved corporate operational objectives by leading all aspects of the development process including feasibility, master planning, design, procurement, consultant / contractor appointment and project execution.

Requirements

- Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture/Engineering/Real estate development Masters/MBA would be an advantage
- Minimum 6-8 years of experience in real estate/ development management/ design / project management, of which at least 5 at senior capacity.

Persons Specification:
- Local market experience would be an absolute must (GCC market experience would also be beneficial), so is relevant experience in property development cross the full development life cycle.
- A demonstrable track record of working across the full project life cycle in the built environment, with strong experience in executing contracts on residential /hospitality, commercial property development projects;
- A strong personality that is capable of instructing and leading a team of external consultants, but also excels at encouraging and engaging in constructive two-way communication;
- Strong vision, attention to detail, creativity and innovation with a great attitude to work cohesively with your peer group and subordinates across all business divisions.
- Should be proficient in technical competence in all property development disciplines, Development Management, Design Management, Project Management, Financial analysis, Industry knowledge and Economics knowledge. Detail oriented and able to work under pressure for long working hours.

About the Company

Dubai Properties leverages its impressive legacy as a reliable developer to elevate Dubai’s status as a global icon. With almost two decades of expertise designing and developing sought-after residential master communities across waterfront, urban, and suburban locations, Dubai Properties addresses every aspect of the real estate landscape. Its communities - home to an array of residents and happy families - include JBR, Jaddaf Waterfront, La Vie, 1/JBR, Bellevue Towers, Remraam, Mudon and Villanova to name a few.

Dubai Properties also offers institutional investors access to an extensive land portfolio for development opportunities. All the initiatives aim to enrich the lives of residents and visitors, bringing a vast collection of living experiences to the Emirates.