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Hive

<div>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 &ndash; because life is richer when it&rsquo;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:<ul>
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Manage the development lifecycle of assigned projects through design, authority approvals, and early-stage procurement phases.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Serve as the key point of contact for all Dubai-based developments under the Hive pipeline.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Lead the appointment and management of external consultants including architects, engineers, and cost consultants.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Drive the design process to ensure alignment with Hive&rsquo;s brand standards, operational requirements, and development objectives.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Coordinate with internal stakeholders (Brand, Operations, Finance, Delivery) to ensure integrated project planning.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Monitor progress against key development milestones including design submissions, authority approvals, budgeting, and pre-construction readiness.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Support feasibility analysis, financial modelling inputs, and risk identification during project planning.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Manage interface with regulatory authorities and drive timely submission and approval of design packages.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Prepare and present project reports to senior management and external partners.</li>
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</li></ul>4. Ideal Candidate Profile:<ul>
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<li>5&ndash;8 years of experience in real estate development, with a strong emphasis on early-stage design and planning.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Significant UAE experience is essential; familiarity with Dubai Municipality, Trakhees, and other local authority processes is required.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Background in architecture, engineering, or design management preferred, combined with developer-side experience.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Proven ability to manage multi-disciplinary consultant teams and coordinate complex design inputs.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Strong project leadership, communication, and reporting skills.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Proactive problem-solver with a keen eye for design quality, buildability, and operational fit.</li>
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</li></ul>5. Qualifications<ul>
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<li>Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Urban Planning, Real Estate, or related field.</li>
</ul><ul><li>Additional credentials such as PMP, MRICS, or LEED AP are an advantage.</li>
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6. Start Date<ul>
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Immediate or as soon as available</li></ul></div>

Development Manager

SC Lines Shipping & Logistics Pvt Ltd,

We're Hiring: General Manager-NVOCC-Liner DevelopmentLocation: DUBAI, UAE Company: SC Lines Shipping and Logistics Pvt. Ltd. (India &amp; Dubai)Company Profile: SCL Shipping Services LLC, the UAE branch of Supreme Container Line (Mumbai-based since 2013), is a prominent player in maritime logistics and freight forwarding. We specialize in delivering comprehensive shipping solutions with a focus on market expansion in the UAE and GCC regions.Job Description:The General Manager will spearhead all business operations and commercial strategies for the Dubai office, with a strong emphasis on driving sustained growth in the NVOCC liner segment. This position requires in-depth expertise in the UAE maritime sector, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven history of success in business development and operational management within the shipping and logistics industry.&middot; Lead and oversee all business operations and commercial strategies for the Dubai office.&middot; Drive sustained growth and strengthen the company&rsquo;s presence in the NVOCC liner segment.&middot; Leverage deep expertise in the UAE maritime sector to support strategic and operational decisions.&middot; Demonstrate strong leadership capabilities to guide teams and ensure high-performance outcomes.&middot; Apply a proven track record in business development and operational management within the shipping and logistics industry.Job Specification:&middot; Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Logistics, Maritime Studies, or a related field; MBA preferred.&middot; 7&ndash;10 years of relevant experience, including a minimum of 5 years in NVOCC liner development within the UAE/GCC.&middot; Strong industry network and established contacts across the UAE shipping and logistics sector.&middot; Proven capability to meet business targets and manage complex, fast-paced operations.&middot; Comprehensive knowledge of shipping regulations, maritime compliance requirements, and documentation processes.&middot; Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.&middot; Hands-on experience with digital freight platforms and ERP systems.&middot; High integrity with a customer-focused, performance-driven mindset.Salary &amp; Compensation package, including salary and incentives, is among the best in the industry.To Apply: hr@sclines.co.in Contact: 86570 09969Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: AED10.00 - AED20.00 per month

General Manger- NVOCC-Liner Development

Dubai Holding

<div>
 
 
 About Dubai Holding Land Estates:
 
 
 
 Dubai Holding Land Estates oversees a diverse land portfolio strategically located across Dubai&rsquo;s most sought-after areas. With convenient access to major highways, nearby amenities, and flexible land use options, investors are presented with unique opportunities for development and growth.
 
 
 
 
 Through the centralization of Dubai Holding&rsquo;s land bank, Dubai Holding Land Estates focuses on large-scale master plans, ensuring alignment with the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, whilst also supporting the business&rsquo;s commitment to sustainable urban development and strategic land portfolio management.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Purpose:
 
 
 
 The Assistant Manager will lead and mentor the administrative team while ensuring efficient administrative operations that align with organizational objectives. This role involves cross-functional collaboration, resource management, compliance monitoring, and strategic communication with internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership abilities, problem-solving skills, and experience in overseeing administrative processes and managing approvals with regulatory authorities.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
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 Lead, mentor, and motivate the administrative team to foster a positive, collaborative, and productive work environment.
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 Assist in planning, coordinating, and monitoring development programs to ensure alignment with organizational strategy and objectives.
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 Assign tasks effectively, oversee program-related activities, and ensure optimal use of resources across projects.
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 Partner with internal departments to identify program requirements and deliver tailored solutions.
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 Facilitate clear and timely communication between program teams, management, and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency.
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 Monitor program performance against KPIs, timelines, and budgets; prepare regular progress reports for senior management.
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 Ensure program activities comply with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
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 Streamline workflows and implement best practices to improve program efficiency and effectiveness.
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 Draft and review program documentation, reports, and presentations, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and timely delivery.
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 Leverage project management systems and digital solutions to enhance program tracking, reporting, and delivery.
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 Maintain accurate records, manage program documentation, and oversee proper archiving and knowledge-sharing practices.
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 Assist in Business Travel arrangements
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Requirements:
 
 
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 Proven leadership and team management experience in an administrative or operational role.
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 Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional projects, coordinate with stakeholders, and problem solve effectively.
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 Strong knowledge of administrative compliance, reporting, and documentation processes.
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 Experience managing communications with government authorities or related regulatory approvals.
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 Proficiency in drafting and reviewing correspondence, reports, and memos in English and Arabic.
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 Familiarity with digital transformation tools and strategies to enhance productivity and workflows.
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 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Assistant Manager - Master Development - Dubai Holding Land Estates

DUBAI PROPERTIES GROUP LLC

Dubai Holding is looking to hire a Senior Manager – Development reporting to the Director – Development for its business company Dubai Holding Land Estates. The job holder is responsible for supporting the strategic planning, design, and execution of large-scale master-planned communities and mixed-use developments. The role involves supporting the end-to-end development lifecycle, from project origination and business planning, to master planning and product definition, to the infrastructure planning, cost management and stakeholder engagement. This role will ensure the developments are designed to the highest technical standards, achieve their key business objectives, while realizing Dubai Holding’s vision for sustainable, world-class destinations. The job holder will work closely with internal and external stakeholders across a range of strategic and technical matters.If you’re ready to embark on a dynamic journey where your talents are valued, and your contributions make a real impact, we would like to hear from you.Key Accountabilities:Strategy & Business Planning<ul><li>Support the definition of the master development strategy for large-scale land projects in alignment with Dubai Holding’s objectives.</li><li>Conduct market research and feasibility studies to identify development opportunities and ensure project viability.</li><li>Define key aspects of the rollout plan and land disposition strategy for master communities, balancing funding, product type release, built-to-sell and land to-sell assets, absorption, cashflow management and other logistical considerations.</li><li>Engage with third-party investors, developers, and institutional partners on strategic asset transactions, joint ventures, and land sales within Dubai Holding’s portfolio.</li><li>Provide key inputs to financial models and investment strategies.</li><li>Prepare and present business cases, budget forecasts and risk analyses to senior leadership.</li></ul>Development & Design Management<ul><li>Serve as the focal point for master planning coordination, ensuring integration between various technical and development teams, including urban design, civil engineering, infrastructure, and transportation.</li><li>Conduct design reviews and suggest refinements to improve project efficiency, functionality, and commercial viability while ensuring adherence to the framework level master plan vision and quality benchmarks.</li><li>Coordinate with key real estate stakeholders, including the Projects / Delivery team, the Residential Development team, Sales and Marketing, along with other Dubai Holding stakeholders in hospitality, commercial and retail sectors.</li><li>Implement rigorous design reviews and value engineering exercises to refine design concepts, optimize project costs, and enhance functionality, ensuring seamless integration of infrastructure, landscape, and vertical components while maintaining the commercial integrity of the development.</li><li>Oversee the coordination between vertical and horizontal assets, ensuring integration of infrastructure works (roads, utilities, marine, and landscape), plot configurations, and public realm design to achieve a cohesive built environment.</li><li>Ensure all technical requirements for civil, structural, and MEP disciplines are comprehensively addressed and integrated into the development strategy, maintaining alignment with the approved master plan.</li></ul>Legacy Issues Management & Stakeholder Liaison<ul><li>Prepare detailed assessments and action plans for addressing legacy issues, encompassing site constraints, environmental remediation, unresolved land use matters, and technical discrepancies.</li><li>Engage with internal stakeholders, to align on the resolution of legacy challenges and ensure cost-effective solutions.</li><li>Collaborate closely with external consultants, contractors, and technical advisors to address complex legacy matters, leveraging their expertise to inform strategic decisions.</li></ul>Development Reporting<ul><li>Prepare high-quality executive presentations on key development issues, rollout planning, and strategic options, ensuring that complex topics are communicated clearly and concisely to senior management.</li><li>Develop robust reporting frameworks to track progress on issue resolution, master plan alignment, and critical development milestones.</li><li>Lead the preparation of scenario analyses and optioneering reports, providing insights into potential development pathways and their respective cost, time, and risk implications.</li><li>Present findings and recommendations to executive leadership, facilitating informed decision-making on critical development topics.</li></ul>Who we are looking for:<ul><li>Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in real estate development, with a focus on complex master planning, infrastructure coordination, and project management.</li><li>Proven experience in managing multi-phase development projects within a high-stakes environment, with an emphasis on technical problem-solving and strategic issue resolution.</li><li>Strong understanding of UAE regulatory frameworks, master planning principles, and infrastructure planning standards.</li></ul>

Senior Manager - Development

<div>
 
 
 About Dubai Holding Real Estate:
 
 
 
 Dubai Holding&rsquo;s real estate business has developed strategic destinations and communities that offer unique and attractive lifestyle opportunities to meet the evolving needs of Dubai&rsquo;s residents and visitors alike. As a master developer, we invest in sustainable infrastructure, accessibility, community amenities and family-focused facilities including community centres, mosques, schools, supermarkets and landscaping.
 
 
 
 
 
 Our integrated real estate offering also includes a robust land sales portfolio, project management for large-scale projects, as well as top-notch facilities management services.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About the Job:
 
 
 
 An opportunity has arisen for a
 
 Manager - Business Development
 
 to join Dubai Holding Real Estate. The job holder is responsible for Business Development activities for projects including business planning, financial modelling, pricing models and market research that drive the business towards sustainable growth and profitability in line with the vision, mission and strategic objectives of the company.
 
 
 
 
 
 The main duties and responsibilities of this role:
 
 <ul>
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 Create project business plans and seek approvals to proceed with launch / award, etc in-order to support the approved business plan and the roll-out / launch strategy Company assets.
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 Conduct feasibility studies for masterplan / project level for new projects at pre-concept and / or concept stage to support stakeholder decision making.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare pricing of inventory for sale; manage the inventory systems and report inventory performance metrics to comply with the Company business plan.
 </li>
 <li>
 Create and implement Business Development process automation or policy optimization / analysis tools / commercial initiatives that improve the day-to-day efficiency and analytical performance of the department.
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 <li>
 Define and drive the masterplan profitability strategy and framework ensuring the key masterplan metrics are achieved.
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 Contribute to Company&rsquo;s success by providing strategic planning, project management, and financial oversight in new development projects while maintaining the highest standards of excellence in terms of quality.
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 Develop and implement focused plans that align with Company goals and objectives to increase effectiveness, build market share, and achieve goals.
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 Prepare bespoke financial and business models from market intelligence data and stakeholder feedback that delivers growth and profitability to the company.
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 Follow and track the relevant DoA (Delegation of Authority) approval process for business plans; ensure timely submissions in order to meet internal deadlines and support the rollout schedule.
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 Work closely with senior team members to provide the management with an informed view of the project, its design / development rationale, financial and profitability metrics, market positioning and identify any risks involved / suggest appropriate mitigation strategies.
 </li>
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 Prepare reports for management to make informed decisions.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 About you:
 
 
 
 The ideal candidate for this position will have the following experience and qualifications:
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in finance / Economics or relevant Technical fields; Master&rsquo;s degree preferred.
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 CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) - preferred
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 Professional knowledge in real estate development management, program management, real estate finance, business analysis, financial modeling &amp; market analysis
 </li>
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 Min. 4-6 years&rsquo; experience in the business development/development function with at least 2 years in a managerial role with developer experience/ consultant side.
 </li>
 <li>
 Practical experience in major real estate projects in the MENA/GCC region
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
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 Project Management Skills
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 Be able to conduct market research and analyze financial models
 </li>
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 Real estate financing, including debt and equity structures, is highly desirable.
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 Strong negotiation skills
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 Solid analytic skills required to identify key focus markets in region and map out entry plans (consumer demand, competition, etc.)
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 About the Benefits:
 
 
 
 At Dubai Holding, we're committed to nurturing the success and well-being of our colleagues. Join our dynamic and diverse team, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive compensation, career development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment. We strongly believe in creating an empowered workforce that will help us build a connected city for tomorrow. We are committed to attracting the brightest minds and nurturing the most pioneering candidates who desire to make a great impact on the future of Dubai.
 
 
 
</div>

Manager - Business Development - Dubai Holding Real Estate

CivicBloom Strategies

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Business Development & Recruitment Manager (Part-Time)

DAR ALMIRAJ DELIVERY SERVICES L.L.C

We Are Hiring &ndash; Business Development Manager We are looking for a highly motivated Business Development Manager based in UAE to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone who is ambitious, target-driven, and experienced in building strong business relationships.Position: Business Development Manager Industry: Recruitment / HR Services / Consulting Salary &amp; Incentives: Attractive package + High commissionKey Responsibilities:&#10004; Develop and manage new business opportunities &#10004; Achieve monthly and quarterly sales targets &#10004; Build strong client relationships and partnerships &#10004; Present company services and close deals &#10004; Prepare proposals, quotations, and agreements &#10004; Maintain detailed records of sales activitiesRequirements:Proven experience as BDM or Sales Manager (B2B preferred) Strong communication &amp; negotiation skills Must have local network and market knowledge Self-driven and result-oriented Flexible to travel for meetings when requiredWhy Join Us?Fast-growing company Great team culture High earning potential Growth and long-term careerApply NowJob Type: Full-time

Business Development Manager

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