Beresford Wilson & Partners are representing a leading real estate development organisation renowned for delivering world-class, masterplanned communities that integrate residential, commercial, hospitality, retail, and mixed-use elements across the Middle East.
The Giga-Developer are embarking on several transformative projects across the region and requires a Director of Development (Masterplan) to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of complex, large-scale developments. This senior leadership position will play a critical role in managing the full development lifecycle, from land acquisition and conceptual design through to infrastructure rollout, plot development, and vertical construction delivery.
This is a strategic position for an experienced development professional with the vision, commercial acumen, and leadership skills to drive high-value, multi-phase developments from inception to completion. The role will interface directly with senior stakeholders and government authorities and ensure all developments are delivered in line with local regulatory frameworks, safety standards, and performance expectations.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead the end-to-end development of large-scale, masterplanned communities, encompassing residential, commercial, hospitality, retail, and mixed-use assets.
- Manage the project lifecycle from land acquisition and early-stage concept planning through infrastructure, plot rollout, and vertical construction phases.
- Oversee financial modelling, budgeting, forecasting, and return-on-investment analysis to ensure profitability and alignment with performance KPIs.
- Ensure full compliance with local regulations, planning laws, permitting procedures, and safety codes throughout all phases of development.
- Lead coordination across internal teams, consultants, and contractors while providing regular progress reports and updates to executive leadership and key stakeholders.
Profile requirements:
- Minimum of 12 years of experience in real estate development, with a focus on masterplanned or mixed-use developments.
- Proven track record leading complex development projects across multiple asset classes in the Middle East or other emerging markets.
- Strong understanding of infrastructure delivery, land development, and vertical construction.
- Financial acumen with experience managing large development budgets and performing ROI analysis.
- Deep understanding of local planning regulations and development approval processes.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and presentation skills, particularly in reporting to senior executives and government authorities.
- Relevant academic background in urban planning, engineering, architecture, or real estate development.
This is a unique opportunity to take a leadership role in delivering visionary, large-scale communities that shape the future of urban living in the region.