Senior Manager – Development – Dubai Holding Real Estate

Corporate Profile

Regarding Dubai Holding Real Estate:

The real estate division of Dubai Holding is a pioneer in creating master-planned communities and strategic destinations that cater to the sophisticated lifestyle demands of Dubai’s residents and international visitors. As a premier master developer, our focus lies in sustainable infrastructure, family-oriented facilities (such as schools, mosques, and community centers), retail hubs, and extensive landscaping. Our comprehensive service suite includes a vast land sales portfolio, large-scale project management, and high-tier facilities management.

Core Purpose

The primary mission of this role is to spearhead and supervise the project development lifecycle. The incumbent ensures that all business plan goals—specifically design excellence, launch timelines, and budgetary constraints—are successfully met.

Functional Accountabilities

• Design & Value Engineering: Evaluate design drafts for commercial and technical soundness; lead value engineering initiatives to align project costs with target budgets without compromising requirements.

• Aesthetic & Intent Safeguarding: Audit architectural submissions during delivery to protect the “look and feel” and ensure the final product matches the original design vision promised to investors.

• Governance & Ethics: Operate strictly within the DHRE regulatory framework, maintaining high legal and ethical standards in line with corporate governance.

• Business Case Leadership: Formulate and provide expert input for project business cases, encompassing procurement, design, and financial strategies to secure stakeholder buy-in.

• Strategic Planning: Define the roadmap for the development pipeline and manage interdisciplinary teams—spanning Finance, Legal, Sales, Engineering, and Marketing—to ensure optimal resource use.

• Lifecycle Management: Direct every phase of the development journey, including initial feasibility, master planning, consultant/contractor selection, and final project execution.

• Brief Preparation: Supervise the creation of project-specific design and development briefs to ensure they reflect the intended strategic goals.

• Risk Management: Identify and record technical, financial, and resource risks at the project and portfolio levels; prioritize and lead mitigation efforts to protect profit margins.

• Consultant Oversight: Manage external consultants to minimize risks and keep executive leadership updated on critical project shifts.

• Performance Feedback: Deliver consistent updates on feasibility results, project milestones, and business plan alignment to meet organizational expectations.

• Stakeholder Diplomacy: Maintain productive relationships with partners and business affiliates to facilitate seamless delivery and strategic synergy.

Candidate Requirements

• Background: 6–8 years of experience in design, project management, or development management, with at least 4 years in a senior role within the real estate sector.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Real Estate Development (Master’s degree preferred).

• Accreditation: Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification is required.

• Technical Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of UAE real estate regulations, industry standards, AutoCAD, and the MS Office suite.

• Financial Mastery: Strong fiscal acumen, including the ability to interpret financial statements, manage cash flows, and oversee project budgets.

• Leadership Traits: Strategic thinker with the ability to inspire diverse professional teams and manage multiple projects under high pressure.

• Soft Skills: Superior negotiation, interpersonal communication, and analytical skills with a meticulous eye for detail.

Employee Value Proposition

At Dubai Holding, we are dedicated to the wellness and professional triumph of our team members. Join a multicultural workforce and benefit from a total rewards package that includes competitive pay, career growth pathways, and a collaborative atmosphere. We believe in empowering the talent that will build the cities of tomorrow.

Who Can Apply

This position is tailored for seasoned Development Managers and Senior Architects who have a deep-rooted understanding of the Dubai property market. If you are a PMP-certified professional with a minimum of six years of experience (specifically four in a senior capacity) and possess a degree in Architecture or Engineering, you are a prime candidate. We are seeking individuals who can bridge the gap between creative design intent and cold financial feasibility.