Real Estate Development Manager

RTC-1 Employment Services; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Real Estate Development to lead high-value projects in Dubai. This pivotal role involves overseeing the entire project lifecycle from site acquisition to lease-up, ensuring timely and budget-conscious execution. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in real estate development, financial modelling, and stakeholder engagement, coupled with a deep understanding of the Dubai market. Join a forward-thinking firm that is shaping urban development through innovative investments in real estate and infrastructure, and make a significant impact on the community and the organization’s goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years managing complex real estate developments.
• In-depth knowledge of the Dubai real estate market.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning and execution of high-value real estate projects.
• Structure and secure financing through various partnerships.
• Monitor market trends and guide lease-up strategies.

Skills

Real Estate Development

Project Management

Financial Modelling

Stakeholder Engagement

Market Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate

Master’s degree in Finance

Job description

Position Title: Director of Real Estate Development Employment Type: Full Time Salary: depending on experience and qualifications Job Location: Dubai, UAE About the Client: A leading UAE firm shaping urban development through investments in real estate, hospitality, leisure & retail, and transportation Job Description: • Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of high-value real estate projects including mixed-use, residential, commercial, and industrial managing all phases from site acquisition and due diligence through design, entitlements, financing, construction, and lease-up or sale. • Manage multiple concurrent projects to ensure timely, budget-conscious execution, direct site selection, feasibility analysis, financial modelling, and entitlement processes in collaboration with consultants, jurisdictions, and design teams. • Structure and secure financing through debt, equity, and public-private partnerships; build and maintain strong relationships with investors, government officials, internal teams, and community stakeholders. • Monitor market trends and risks across asset classes and regions; guide disposition or lease-up strategies to optimize long-term asset performance and organizational goals.

• Male, 50 years old and below • Bachelor’s degree in real estate, Finance, or related field; master’s preferred. • Minimum of 10 years of experience managing complex real estate developments. • In-depth knowledge of the Dubai real estate market and stakeholder engagement.