Property Development & Operations Manager

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JOB SUMMARY:
We are hiring for an emerging and fast-growing private property developer based in Dubai, seeking a highly experienced Property Development & Operations Manager to lead the end-to-end development, execution, and operational management of residential and mixed-use real estate projects.

This role is pivotal in ensuring each project’s commercial and operational success — from land acquisition, feasibility, and design management through to construction delivery, asset performance, and investor satisfaction. The ideal candidate will bring deep knowledge of UAE’s development ecosystem, hands-on experience managing multiple stakeholders, and a results-oriented mindset to drive growth and maximize asset value.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Property Development & Project Execution

• Lead the complete property development lifecycle, from concept to feasibility, and design approvals to construction and handover.
• Manage consultants, contractors, and authorities to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery.
• Ensure all projects comply with Dubai Land Department (DLD), RERA, and municipal regulations.
• Implement strict quality control, health, and safety standards across all construction activities.

Operations & Asset Management

• Develop and execute operational strategies to enhance asset value and return on investment (ROI).
• Supervise property maintenance, vendor performance, and service-level optimization.
• Introduce best practices in property operations, sustainability, and lifecycle cost management.

Financial Planning & Business Control

• Drive cost efficiency through budgeting, forecasting, and cash-flow management.
• Prepare and review feasibility studies, project financial models, and ROI analyses.
• Ensure financial compliance with company policy and statutory requirements.
• Monitor project profitability and operational KPIs for strategic decision-making.

Business Development & Stakeholder Relations

• Identify new land acquisition, joint ventures, and development opportunities in Dubai and across emerging markets.
• Maintain strong relationships with investors, consultants, contractors, authorities, and government departments.
• Represent the company at property exhibitions, forums, and networking platforms to promote brand credibility and partnerships.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Qualification: Bachelor’s OR master’s degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, Real Estate, or Business Administration. (Master’s preferred).

Experience:

• Minimum 10+ years in property development or real estate operations, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role in the UAE.
• Proven track record managing end-to-end real estate projects from feasibility to handover.
• In-depth understanding of UAE real estate regulations (RERA, DLD), development approvals, and construction workflows.
• Experience managing multiple mixed-use or residential developments simultaneously.

Technical Proficiency:

• Strong command of project management tools (MS Project, Primavera) and property management systems.
• Financial acumen in budgeting, feasibility modeling, and cost control.
• Understanding of sustainability and smart property technologies is an advantage

Soft Skills:

• Strong negotiation, stakeholder management and interpersonal skills in English (Urdu/Hindi preferred).
• Strategic thinker with hands-on leadership capability.
• Problem-solving ability and resilience under pressure.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a drive for operational excellence and innovation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED15,000.00 - AED20,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Have you handled both project development and post-handover operations in a single role?
• Are you fluent in English and Urdu/Hindi?
• How many real estate development projects have you managed from concept to completion in the UAE?
• What was the largest project (in AED value) you oversaw and delivered successfully?
• Which project management or property management tools have you used?