Senior Manager - Development Business Solutions

Qiddiya | القدية; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Qiddiya | القدية seeks a Senior Manager for Development Business Solutions Design & Delivery to orchestrate bespoke software solutions across feasibility, master planning, design, logistics, and real estate operations. You will drive end-to-end delivery and cross-functional automation, partnering with engineering, finance, and operations to translate complex needs into scalable systems.

The role requires 7+ years in software engineering and leadership, with hands-on experience delivering

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related discipline.
• 7+ years of experience in software engineering, digital solution design, and systems delivery, with 5+ years in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, prototyping, and end-to-end delivery of bespoke software applications, specialized web tools, and domain-specific modules designed to address unique operational requirements not covered by off-the-shelf software
• Build and deploy tailored digital tools supporting feasibility, master planning, design, logistics, QHSEW, construction management, asset development, and real estate operations
• Domain integration: Ensure custom-built applications integrate smoothly with core enterprise platforms (ERP, BIM, GIS, Cost Management, and Project Controls) for unified data exchange
• Cross-functional collaboration: Work closely with domain experts in Master Planning, Engineering, Construction, and Finance to translate complex operational needs into technical specifications for custom solutions
• End-to-End Automation: Identify manual bottlenecks across planning, engineering, and finance workflows, automated engineering pipelines to streamline approvals, data ingestion, and status synchronization
• Cross-Domain Automation: Connect siloed processes between commercial, engineering, and finance teams to eliminate dual entry, reduce human error, and accelerate delivery timelines
• Data Integrity & Consistency: Establish automated data quality checks, validation scripts, and integration protocols to ensure a single, consistent source of truth across all platforms
• Deliver vendor execution activities by monitoring performance against agreed service levels and delivery expectations
• Execute engagement with vendors to address incidents, defects, and enhancement requirements impacting portfolios
• Maintain alignment with stakeholders to ensure consistent application performance
• Execute application activities in line with approved governance frameworks, controls, and documentation standards
• Deliver evidence and inputs for audits, reviews, and assurance activities related to delivered applications
• Deliver improvements to enhance application effectiveness and user experience
• Defines performance goals at the start of the year in discussion with the reporting manager and ensures that the goals are monitored and achieved during the year.
• Takes ownership of his/her own learning agenda by identifying development needs in consultation with the reporting manager and working towards bridging the gaps through various means which go beyond just training
• Understands the competencies relevant to his/her role and works towards displaying as well as developing these effectively
• Keeps abreast of relevant professional/industry developments, new techniques and current issues through continued education and professional networks

Skills

Leadership

Software engineering

Systems delivery

Stakeholder management

Data integration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in CS/Software Engineering/IS

Tools

ERP

BIM

GIS

Cost Management

Project Controls

Job description

The Senior Manager - Development Business Solutions Design & Delivery drives the design, configuration, and execution of bespoke technology solutions, specialized applications, and end-to-end process automations across the entire property development life cycle.

This role serves as a key technical innovator at the intersection of enterprise software, custom development, and real estate operations—creating tailored solutions for unique mega-project requirements across feasibility, master planning, design, logistics, QHSEW, construction management, asset development, and real estate operations.

You will orchestrate custom software delivery, automate complex cross-functional workflows, ensure inter-system consistency, and provide transparent tracking across multiple property development domains.

Responsibilities

• Custom & Tailored Solutions: Lead the design, prototyping, and end-to-end delivery of bespoke software applications, specialized web tools, and domain-specific modules designed to address unique operational requirements not covered by off-the-shelf software
• Property Lifecycle Coverage: Build and deploy tailored digital tools supporting feasibility, master planning, design, logistics, QHSEW, construction management, asset development, and real estate operations
• Domain Integration: Ensure custom-built applications integrate smoothly with core enterprise platforms (e.g., ERP, BIM, GIS, Cost Management, and Project Controls) for unified data exchange
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with domain experts in Master Planning, Engineering, Construction, and Finance to translate complex operational needs into technical specifications for custom solutions
• End-to-End Automation: Identify manual bottlenecks across planning, engineering, and finance workflows, automated engineering pipelines to streamline approvals, data ingestion, and status synchronization
• Cross-Domain Automation: Connect siloed processes between commercial, engineering, and finance teams to eliminate dual entry, reduce human error, and accelerate delivery timelines
• Data Integrity & Consistency: Establish automated data quality checks, validation scripts, and integration protocols to ensure a single, consistent source of truth across all platforms
• Deliver vendor execution activities by monitoring performance against agreed service levels and delivery expectations
• Execute engagement with vendors to address incidents, defects, and enhancement requirements impacting portfolios
• Maintain alignment with stakeholders to ensure consistent application performance
• Execute application activities in line with approved governance frameworks, controls, and documentation standards
• Deliver evidence and inputs for audits, reviews, and assurance activities related to delivered applications
• Deliver improvements to enhance application effectiveness and user experience
• Defines performance goals at the start of the year in discussion with the reporting manager and ensures that the goals are monitored and achieved during the year.
• Takes ownership of his/her own learning agenda by identifying development needs in consultation with the reporting manager and working towards bridging the gaps through various means which go beyond just training
• Understands the competencies relevant to his/her role and works towards displaying as well as developing these effectively
• Keeps abreast of relevant professional/industry developments, new techniques and current issues through continued education and professional networks

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related discipline
• 7+ years of experience in software engineering, digital solution design, and systems delivery, with 5+ years in a leadership role