Development Sr. Director - Real Estate

Job Description

Senior Director – Real Estate Development

Position Overview

The Senior Director – Real Estate Development is responsible for leading and managing multiple real estate development projects from concept initiation through completion and handover , ensuring successful delivery across all phases including design, approvals, infrastructure, construction, marketing, and sales .

The role requires strong leadership in managing multidisciplinary teams, consultants, contractors, stakeholders, and partners to deliver high-quality real estate projects on time, within budget, and aligned with the company’s strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

1. Development Strategy & Project Leadership

• Lead the full lifecycle of multiple real estate development projects from feasibility stage to completion and commercialization .
• Define project development strategies, execution plans, budgets, schedules, and delivery milestones.
• Provide executive oversight and direction to project teams throughout all development phases.
• Ensure projects meet business objectives, quality standards, and market requirements.

2. Design & Pre-Development Management

• Oversee master planning, architectural design, engineering design, and technical development processes.
• Manage design consultants, architects, engineers, and specialist advisors.
• Review and approve design concepts, value engineering initiatives, and technical solutions.
• Ensure designs align with market demand, regulatory requirements, and investment objectives.
• Manage design development through construction documentation and execution readiness.

3. Infrastructure & Construction Management

• Lead infrastructure development including:
• Roads and access networks
• Utilities and services
• Landscaping and external works
• Site preparation and enabling works
• Oversee superstructure construction activities including:
• Residential, commercial, hospitality, or mixed-use developments
• Structural works
• MEP systems
• Finishing and final delivery
• Ensure contractors deliver according to approved scope, budget, quality, and schedule.
• Monitor project risks, issues, and mitigation plans.

4. Project Controls & Financial Management

• Manage development budgets, cost plans, and financial performance.
• Review project forecasts, cash flow requirements, and cost optimization opportunities.
• Ensure effective procurement strategies and contract management.
• Report project status, risks, and performance metrics to executive leadership.

5. Stakeholder & Team Management

• Lead cross-functional teams including development, design, construction, finance, legal, procurement, marketing, and sales.
• Manage relationships with government authorities, investors, consultants, contractors, and strategic partners.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination between all project stakeholders.

6. Marketing & Sales Integration

• Work closely with marketing and sales teams to develop project positioning, pricing strategies, and go-to-market plans.
• Ensure project design and product offerings align with customer expectations and market trends.
• Support sales strategy through market intelligence, product differentiation, and delivery commitments.
• Coordinate launch activities, sales milestones, and customer experience objectives.

7. Quality, Risk & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, permits, and development standards.
• Implement quality assurance and quality control processes.
• Identify development risks and establish mitigation strategies.
• Ensure projects achieve required sustainability, safety, and operational standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate Development, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Master’s degree or professional certification is preferred.
• Experience in real estate development , with significant leadership responsibility.
• Proven track record delivering large-scale residential, commercial, mixed-use, or master-planned developments.
• Experience managing projects from design inception through infrastructure, superstructure, completion, marketing, and sales .
• Strong knowledge of development processes, construction methodologies, project finance, and market positioning.
• Experience managing consultants, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams.