Director - Residential Development

Role Description

Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking an experienced Director – Residential Development to lead the development of large-scale apartment-led projects within the Residential Business Unit.

The role will be responsible for managing complex urban regeneration and mixed-use developments through the full development lifecycle, from feasibility and product definition through design, procurement, construction and completion.

The successful candidate will bring strong developer-side experience, excellent commercial judgement and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams while maintaining a clear focus on quality, programme and value.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale residential and mixed-use developments, with a strong focus on apartments and urban regeneration.
• Manage projects from feasibility, business planning and product definition through design, procurement, construction and handover.
• Define development strategy, product mix, positioning, specifications and phasing.
• Lead internal teams, consultants, contractors and key stakeholders.
• Maintain control of development budgets, programmes, risks and commercial outcomes.
• Prepare business cases, development recommendations and stage-gate submissions.
• Challenge design and delivery decisions to improve quality, efficiency, buildability and value.
• Coordinate closely with design, delivery, commercial, finance, sales and authority teams.
• Provide clear reporting and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Coach and develop team members while creating a high-performing and collaborative environment.

Requirements

Requirements

• Significant developer or master-developer experience in residential development.
• Strong track record on large-scale urban regeneration or mixed-use developments involving apartments .
• Experience taking multiple residential projects from early development through construction and completion.
• High-end, luxury or premium residential experience is strongly preferred.
• Strong commercial understanding, including feasibility, budgets and development returns.
• Proven experience managing teams and multidisciplinary consultant groups.
• Excellent judgement, analytical ability and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and senior stakeholder-management skills.
• Relevant degree in real estate, architecture, engineering, construction, finance or a related discipline.
• GCC or Saudi Arabia experience is advantageous.