Senior Director - Development

About the Role / About the Job
The company’s Residential Business Unit is dedicated to creating vibrant neighborhoods within one of Saudi Arabia’s most ambitious destination-led developments. The primary focus is not merely on construction but on shaping high-quality, market-relevant communities that align with a long-term residential vision. The Villas & Townhouses team plays a crucial role in the product strategy, and we are seeking a senior development leader to guide the portfolio's development from the initial stages, ensuring that projects are commercially viable, well-positioned, and primed for successful delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a portfolio of development projects from feasibility through delivery readiness
• Define product strategy, unit mix, phasing, and development briefs
• Drive feasibility, business planning, and commercial optimisation
• Manage design, consultants, approvals, and procurement strategy
• Represent the business in key stakeholder discussions
• Improve development processes across the portfolio

Requirements

• Strong client-side residential development experience
• Proven capability across feasibility, product definition, design management, and commercial decision-making
• A true developer mindset, not just project management
• Ability to balance product, design, cost, programme, and profitability
• Strong stakeholder management skills across consultants, authorities, and senior leadership
• Middle East experience preferred
• Developer backgrounds preferred over pure consultancy, contractor, or PMC
• Relevant degree required; real estate or commercial qualifications are a plus