Senior Manager Development - Mixed Use Projects - RE Developer

Michael Page; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate development firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior Manager Development to oversee the full real estate development lifecycle including concept, feasibility, design, and construction. The candidate must have over 10 years of experience in real estate development, strong financial analysis skills, and proficiency in MS Excel. The role offers a competitive salary and long-term career opportunities within a collaborative culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Job stability

Career development opportunities

Collaborative company culture

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in real estate development across multiple asset classes.
• Proven track record in managing large-scale projects.
• Strong knowledge of leasing and asset management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage development activities from initiation to execution.
• Evaluate new investment and development opportunities, including feasibility studies.
• Monitor project progress, risks, costs, and variations.

Skills

Real estate development

Financial analysis

Project management

Cross-functional coordination

Fluency in Arabic and/or English

Education

Bachelor's degree in a real estate-related discipline

CFA, Master’s, MBA, or MRICS qualification

Tools

MS Excel

Argus Developer or Estate Master

Job description

Overview

Overseeing the full real estate development lifecycle from initial concept, feasibility, and design management through to construction delivery, handover, and operations. The position requires driving cross-functional coordination with consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned to strategic objectives.

Client Details

The client is a leading developer in the UAE, recognized for creating landmark mixed-use and leisure destinations that shape the region's lifestyle and tourism landscape.

Description

• Lead and manage development activities from initiation to execution, ensuring alignment with project strategy and budgets.
• Evaluate new investment and development opportunities, including feasibility studies.
• Manage financial appraisals and validate alignment with overall project approach.
• Oversee commercial activities such as land sales, leasing, and third-party agreements.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and suppliers to deliver projects on time, within scope, and budget.
• Monitor project progress, risks, costs, and variations to ensure effective governance and compliance.
• Prepare reports and submissions for investment/tender committees and senior management.
• Build partnerships with government stakeholders, asset operators, and private sector partners.

Profile

A successful Senior Manager Development should have:

• 10+ years of experience in real estate development across multiple asset classes, with strong awareness of local and regional market trends.
• Proven track record in managing large-scale projects of economic, urban, and regional significance.
• Solid development and transactional experience, preferably from client-side, with strong knowledge of leasing and asset management.
• Strong financial analysis skills with advanced proficiency in MS Excel and working knowledge of Argus Developer or Estate Master.
• Bachelor's degree in a real estate-related discipline; CFA, Master’s, MBA, or MRICS qualification preferred.
• Fluency in Arabic and/or English.

Job Offer

A competitive salary package in the range of AED 49,500 to AED 60,500 per month. A permanent position offering job stability and long-term career opportunities. Opportunities to work on high-impact projects within the financial services industry. A professional and collaborative company culture. Access to career development and training programmes.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Senior Manager Development, we encourage you to apply today.

Skills

• development