Head of Real Estate Development Studio

Jobskey Consultancy; Riyad Al Khabra; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobskey Consultancy seeks a visionary Head of Development Studio for a leading real estate client in Riyadh. You will guide the internal design studio, translating strategy into spatial concepts and investment-ready development scenarios.

Lead multidisciplinary teams, mentor design professionals, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality outputs that support strategic decisions. A strong portfolio and credentials are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, urban design, planning or related discipline.
• 7–10 years of experience in architecture, urban design, mixed-use development, master planning, or concept design.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating concept development, massing studies, planning exercises, and development-driven design solutions.
• Proficiency in design, visualization, BIM, CAD, and presentation tools.
• Experience in real estate development, master development, or large-scale mixed-use environments.
• Professional qualifications such as RIBA, AIA, Saudi Council of Engineers, LEED, BIM, or related credentials are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead HBU studies, massing concepts, planning scenarios, and development options.
• Translate business strategies into viable development concepts and briefs.
• Oversee concept studies, area schedules, test fits, and planning exercises.
• Collaborate with Development, Investment, Leasing, Marketing, Technical and Cost Management teams to align concepts with objectives.
• Manage internal CAD, BIM, visualization, and digital design resources.
• Lead and mentor Development Studio specialists and design professionals.
• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality outputs supporting strategic decision-making.

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture, Urban Design, Planning, or related discipline

Tools

BIM

CAD

Visualization

Presentation tools

Job description

Jobskey Consultancy seeks a visionary Head of Development Studio for a leading real estate client in Riyadh. You will guide the internal design studio, translating strategy into spatial concepts and investment-ready development scenarios.

Lead multidisciplinary teams, mentor design professionals, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality outputs that support strategic decisions. A strong portfolio and credentials are preferred.