Senior Manager Development - Mixed Use Projects

Job description / Role

Overseeing the full real estate development lifecycle from initial concept, feasibility, and design management through to construction delivery, handover, and operations. The position requires driving cross-functional coordination with consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned to strategic objectives.

Client Details

The client is a leading developer in the UAE, recognized for creating landmark mixed-use and leisure destinations that shape the region's lifestyle and tourism landscape.

Description

* Lead and manage development activities from initiation to execution, ensuring alignment with project strategy and budgets.
* Evaluate new investment and development opportunities, including feasibility studies.
* Manage financial appraisals and validate alignment with overall project approach.
* Oversee commercial activities such as land sales, leasing, and third-party agreements.
* Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and suppliers to deliver projects on time, within scope, and budget.
* Monitor project progress, risks, costs, and variations to ensure effective governance and compliance.
* Prepare reports and submissions for investment/tender committees and senior management.
* Build partnerships with government stakeholders, asset operators, and private sector partners.

Job Offer

* A competitive salary package in the range of AED 49,500 to AED 60,500 per month.
* A permanent position offering job stability and long-term career opportunities.
* Opportunities to work on high-impact projects within the financial services industry.
* A professional and collaborative company culture.
* Access to career development and training programmes.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Senior Manager Development, we encourage you to apply today.

A successful Senior Manager Development should have:

* 10+ years of experience in real estate development across multiple asset classes, with strong awareness of local and regional market trends.
* Proven track record in managing large-scale projects of economic, urban, and regional significance.
* Solid development and transactional experience, preferably from client-side, with strong knowledge of leasing and asset management.
* Strong financial analysis skills with advanced proficiency in MS Excel and working knowledge of Argus Developer or Estate Master.
* Bachelor's degree in a real estate-related discipline; CFA, Master's, MBA, or MRICS qualification preferred.
* Fluency in Arabic and/or English.

About the Company

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