Senior Development Manager – High-Rise Developments

We are seeking an accomplished Senior Development Manager for one of our prestigious real estate development clients in Saudi Arabia. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional to lead complex, high-rise and mixed-use developments, driving projects from design development through construction readiness and delivery transition. The successful candidate will play a key role in aligning design excellence, technical coordination, commercial objectives, project budgets, and delivery timelines across major real estate developments. Key Responsibilities Development & Project Leadership • Lead high-rise and mixed-use development projects across key development stages. • Establish project execution strategies, development plans, milestones, and performance objectives. • Coordinate multidisciplinary teams across design, engineering, commercial, procurement, and project delivery functions. • Monitor project progress and ensure alignment with approved business objectives. Design & Technical Coordination • Oversee the integration of complex high-rise design elements, including structural systems, façades, MEP, vertical transportation, fire and life safety, parking, and access. • Lead coordination with architects, engineering consultants, contractors, and specialist advisors. • Ensure design quality, technical integration, and alignment with project requirements. Commercial, Cost & Risk Management • Support project budgeting, cost planning, and Total Development Cost (TDC) management. • Monitor project schedules, development costs, and key project risks. • Develop mitigation strategies for cost, schedule, authority approvals, and delivery challenges. • Provide timely project updates, risk assessments, and recommendations to senior management. Construction Readiness & Delivery • Support tender preparation, procurement activities, and contractor onboarding. • Lead construction readiness reviews and coordinate resolution of technical and project interface issues. • Support project governance, stage-gate approvals, and executive reporting. • Facilitate a smooth transition from development and design into construction and delivery. Candidate Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Real Estate, or a related discipline. • 12–15 years of relevant experience in high-rise, mixed-use, or large-scale real estate developments. • Proven track record in development management and multidisciplinary design coordination. • Strong understanding of high-rise building systems, design integration, construction processes, and project controls. • Experience working with consultants, contractors, regulatory authorities, and senior stakeholders. • Strong commercial acumen with expertise in cost, schedule, and risk management. • Excellent leadership, communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills. • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced development environment. • PMP, MRICS, RICS, PE, or equivalent professional certification is an advantage.