Senior Real Estate Development & Delivery Lead

Confidential; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead end-to-end management of large-scale real estate developments in KSA and the UAE. You will oversee Facility Management, Design Management, and Construction Management, ensuring on-time delivery, within budget, and compliant with regulatory standards.

The role demands strong leadership, deep technical knowledge in construction governance, procurement, and contract administration (FIDIC).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Real Estate, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Master's degree in a relevant field is preferred.
• Professional project management certifications such as PMP or PRINCE2 are advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of construction management, project governance, pre-contract and post-contract management, and FIDIC-based contracts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute project management strategies in collaboration with the Board and senior leadership.
• Lead planning, execution, monitoring, and delivery of real estate development projects across KSA and the UAE.
• Establish departmental objectives, KPIs, and performance benchmarks.
• Monitor portfolio performance, identify risks, and implement corrective actions to improve delivery efficiency.
• Ensure a minimum of 90% of projects are delivered on schedule, within approved budgets, and in accordance with quality standards.
• Establish and implement project governance frameworks, policies, procedures, and reporting mechanisms.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, building codes, safety standards, and statutory approvals across KSA and the UAE.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks throughout the development lifecycle.
• Drive consistency, accountability, and quality assurance across all project management functions.
• Develop, manage, and monitor departmental and project budgets.
• Oversee project cost planning, expenditure tracking, cash-flow forecasting, and financial performance.
• Identify cost optimization opportunities without compromising quality or project timelines.
• Monitor budget deviations and implement corrective measures to ensure financial discipline.
• Oversee procurement strategies, tendering processes, contractor selection, and contract negotiations.
• Manage pre-contract and post-contract activities, ensuring compliance with contractual and commercial requirements.
• Oversee contract administration, variations, claims, change orders, and dispute resolution in accordance with FIDIC principles.
• Evaluate consultant, contractor, and vendor performance to ensure quality, cost efficiency, and timely delivery.
• Develop and maintain relationships with senior leadership, consultants, contractors, regulatory authorities, and external stakeholders.
• Provide timely and accurate reporting on project progress, financial performance, risks, and key milestones.
• Facilitate effective coordination across internal departments and external project stakeholders.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams, driving accountability, collaboration, and operational excellence.

Job description

Confidential is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead end-to-end management of large-scale real estate developments in KSA and the UAE. You will oversee Facility Management, Design Management, and Construction Management, ensuring on-time delivery, within budget, and compliant with regulatory standards.

The role demands strong leadership, deep technical knowledge in construction governance, procurement, and contract administration (FIDIC).