Senior Director - Development

About Qiddiya Residential
Qiddiya’s Residential Business Unit is creating new neighborhoods within one of Saudi Arabia’s most ambitious destination-led developments. The focus is not simply to build housing, but to shape high-quality, market-relevant communities that support a long-term residential vision.
Within that context, the Villas & Townhouses team is a key part of the product strategy. We are looking for a senior development leader who can help shape, challenge and drive the development of this portfolio from the front end; ensuring projects are commercially sound, well positioned and set up 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 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

Work arrangement
No