Senior Development Manager

Overview

Job ID: 13798

Sector:

TROJENA

Location: NEOM, Saudi Arabia

COMPANY OVERVIEW

NEOM is an accelerator of human progress and a vision of what a new future might look like. A region in northwest Saudi Arabia on the Red Sea, NEOM is being built from the ground up to include hyperconnected, cognitive cities, ports, next-generation infrastructure and industries, enterprise zones, research centers, sports and entertainment venues and tourist destinations.

As a destination, it will be a home for people who dream big and want to be part of building a new model for exceptional livability, creating thriving businesses and reinventing environmental conservation.

As a workplace, it is a place for people who share our core values of care, curiosity, diversity, passion, respect, and becoming a catalyst for change.

Are you ready to help NEOM find solutions to the world’s most pressing challenges? Are you prepared to create a lasting legacy that benefits generations to come? Then we want to hear from you!

 

ROLE OVERVIEW

Support development management activities, led by the Development Director and the team, on Real Estate and Trojena projects, and other strategic initiatives as directed by Trojena staff and other Sectors.

 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Formulate and execute development and investment strategies for large mixed used projects

• Assist the team with the creation of development strategies for the project, including evolving the business and investment case from the project vision, for key components of a megaproject with international media attention.
• Coordinate all design activities, project development and delivery activities, and asset management activities in accordance with the business case and investment analysis
• Assist the team with establishing and continuously refining product positioning for residential, hospitality, leisure & entertainment and carry this through the design activities, project development and delivery activities, and asset management activities and development strategy.
• Assist in the development of various assets as part of the development strategy
• Maintain the project development schedule and align and coordinate with the feasibility, project phasing strategy, and development strategy
• Responsible for some project reporting, in alignment with the development strategy and investment case, and assist in document control procedures, including the maintenance of Aconex
• Execute other strategic initiatives as directed by Trojena team, and other Sectors.

Manage development feasibility processes as part of the development and investment strategy

• Coordinate with the investment team to manage the feasibility analysis for various components of the development project, aligning the feasibility with the development strategy and investment case
• Work with the investment team to test and continuously validate market research, cost, and feasibility assumptions and the development strategy and business conditions change
• Propose alternative development strategies and review their impacts on the feasibility, including product positioning, development phasing, and construction strategies

Lead and manage teams of architects, engineers, and construction professionals

• Together with the team, develop the architectural, interior design, landscape, and engineering Concept Plans in accordance with the development strategy, product positioning, and business case.
• Carefully curate the design vision in accordance with the development strategy and create and execute best-in-class design strategies for a project with worldwide exposure and attention
• Liaise with internal and third-party construction professionals and partners to execute the design and development strategy in the Detailed Design, Tender, and Construction phases in accordance with the project vision.
• Integrate sustainability strategies into the project in according with the investment case and development strategy, including for net zero buildings and LEED Platinum-equivalent standards
• Coordinate plans between design disciplines and internal stakeholders with careful attention to detail
• Attend project and construction meetings, insuring that project progress occurs in alignment with the development strategy and business case

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• 7+ years of progressively increasing responsibility in real estate development or allied activities, particularly in international megaprojects, with a broad range of experience in design and development management, investment analysis, real estate market analysis, real estate product positioning, and construction.
• Possess a general working knowledge of the life cycle of the real estate development process, from project inception to asset management
• Strong design experience is required, working with internationally recognized architects
• Experience in software platforms such as MS Office suite, MS Project, AutoCAD, Sketchup, SAP, and Aconex
• Ability to communicate effectively in a diverse work environment with substantial lateral stakeholder management
• Have a passion for developing well-executed projects in a dynamic and creative environment

 

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Real Estate or Real Estate Development, Business, Architecture, Engineering or Construction; or, Masters Degree in Business (MBA or MS or equivalent), Real Estate or Real Estate Development, Architecture, Engineering or Construction
• Architecture or Engineering licensure and/or certification in investment analysis is helpful

 

 

NEOM is committed to attracting and retaining the highest caliber of employees to support NEOM’s vision, mission and strategy. NEOM sources the best candidates based on fit for the role and searches local and global markets to identify talent.

NEOM is an equal opportunities employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, disability, age, or any other form of discrimination/other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances.

As part of our recruitment process, NEOM will undertake reference checks to confirm suitability for the role. All offers of employment are subject to references, evidence of all qualifications and awards, and other background checks being satisfactorily completed. Additionally, all offers are subject to the candidate being able to successfully obtain a work visa to enter and work in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

This job description is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities. The employee may be required to perform additional job-related tasks and duties as assigned. To meet NEOM’s objectives and business needs, the work location is subject to change. Non office-based roles involve outdoor activities. Candidates should be prepared to work outdoors and on construction sites as part of their job responsibilities.

NEOM uses artificial intelligence as part of its recruitment process to assist and enhance efficiency. However, all final hiring decisions are made by human recruiters, ensuring that NEOM’s employment process remains fair and transparent.

The actions of our team should always support the NEOM Values

Learn more about NEOM’s Values