Chief of Project - Real Estate

Confidential Government; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government authority in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced professional to lead a large-scale real estate project. The role involves overseeing strategy, planning, design, and execution to meet financial and developmental objectives. Candidates should have over 15 years of experience in real estate development and proven leadership in delivering major projects. Strong stakeholder management and advanced problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in real estate development, mixed-use projects, or large-scale district development.
• Proven leadership in delivering multi-billion SAR real estate or mega projects.
• Strong commercial, technical, and stakeholder management expertise.
• Knowledge of regional real estate regulations and infrastructure development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full development and delivery of a large-scale real estate project.
• Oversee strategy, planning, design, and execution through to handover.
• Manage project P&L, budget planning, and cash flow.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all project stakeholders.

Skills

Real estate development expertise

Strong strategic and financial planning capabilities

Stakeholder and government relations

Leadership of multidisciplinary teams

Advanced problem-solving and decision-making

Executive communication and reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning, Construction Management, or related field

Master’s degree in Real Estate, Project Management, or Business preferred

Job description

Job Purpose

Lead the full development and delivery of a large-scale real estate project, overseeing strategy, planning, design, and execution through to handover. Drive commercial, technical, and operational performance to ensure the project achieves its financial targets and development objectives.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategy & Planning

• Develop the overall project strategy, development roadmap, and phasing plans.
• Oversee feasibility studies, highest-and-best-use analysis, and financial modeling.
• Set project KPIs and ensure alignment with the master real estate development plan.

2. Real Estate Development Management

• Lead the development of residential, mixed-use, retail, community facilities, and supporting infrastructure.
• Manage the interface between design, development, engineering, and planning teams.
• Ensure project components comply with real estate standards, zoning, and development guidelines.

3. Project Delivery

• Oversee execution from early works through construction and commissioning.
• Ensure delivery on schedule, within budget, and at required quality standards.
• Manage project risks, issue escalation, and corrective actions.

4. Financial & Commercial Leadership

• Manage project P&L, budget planning, capital expenditure, and cashflow.
• Lead contract negotiations, commercial evaluations, and value engineering initiatives.
• Optimize cost, revenue potential, and development returns.

5. Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all project stakeholders.
• Coordinate with government entities for permits and approvals.
• Align internal teams including design, construction, legal, finance, sales, and operations.

6. Governance & Leadership

• Provide executive-level reporting on project progress, risks, and milestones.
• Lead and mentor cross-functional project teams and senior managers.
• Ensure adherence to governance frameworks, policies, and compliance requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning, Construction Management, or related field.
• Master’s degree in Real Estate, Project Management, or Business preferred.
• 15+ years of experience in real estate development, mixed-use projects, or large-scale district development.
• Proven leadership delivering multi-billion SAR real estate or mega projects.
• Strong commercial, technical, and stakeholder management expertise.
• Knowledge of regional real estate regulations and infrastructure development.

Key Skills

• Real estate development expertise
• Strong strategic and financial planning capabilities
• Stakeholder and government relations
• Leadership of multidisciplinary teams
• Advanced problem-solving and decision-making
• Executive communication and reportin