Development Manager

1. About HIVE

HIVE is a real estate development and operations company redefining modern living in the UAE through character-driven spaces and community-focused environments. Born from the need to offer people a more meaningful and flexible way to live, HIVE blends personal comfort with shared experiences. Our thoughtfully designed apartments and dynamic hubs cultivate curiosity, dialogue, and a sense of belonging – because life is richer when it’s shared.

As we expand our footprint across Dubai, we are looking for a highly capable Development Manager to join our team and take ownership of a portfolio of upcoming residential projects through the design, planning, and pre-construction stages.

2. Purpose of Role:

The Development Manager will be responsible for leading the day-to-day planning and design-stage development of HIVE's projects in the UAE. This role requires a design-savvy development professional who can manage consultants, coordinate internal teams, and drive forward project vision while ensuring feasibility, compliance, and quality of output.

3. Key Role Responsibilities:

• Manage the development lifecycle of assigned projects through design, authority approvals, and early-stage procurement phases.

• Serve as the key point of contact for all Dubai-based developments under the Hive pipeline.

• Lead the appointment and management of external consultants including architects, engineers, and cost consultants.

• Drive the design process to ensure alignment with Hive’s brand standards, operational requirements, and development objectives.

• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (Brand, Operations, Finance, Delivery) to ensure integrated project planning.

• Monitor progress against key development milestones including design submissions, authority approvals, budgeting, and pre-construction readiness.

• Support feasibility analysis, financial modelling inputs, and risk identification during project planning.

• Manage interface with regulatory authorities and drive timely submission and approval of design packages.

• Prepare and present project reports to senior management and external partners.

4. Ideal Candidate Profile:

• 5–8 years of experience in real estate development, with a strong emphasis on early-stage design and planning.

• Significant UAE experience is essential; familiarity with Dubai Municipality, Trakhees, and other local authority processes is required.

• Background in architecture, engineering, or design management preferred, combined with developer-side experience.

• Proven ability to manage multi-disciplinary consultant teams and coordinate complex design inputs.

• Strong project leadership, communication, and reporting skills.

• Proactive problem-solver with a keen eye for design quality, buildability, and operational fit.

5. Qualifications

• Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Urban Planning, Real Estate, or related field.

• Additional credentials such as PMP, MRICS, or LEED AP are an advantage.

6. Start Date

• Immediate or as soon as available