Director Development

About the Role

Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking a Director - Development to join its team in Riyadh, Riyadh Province. This full-time role involves implementing various development tasks within the Qiddiya City-Wide development, focusing on the integration of roads, transport, utilities, security, hydrology, environment, and landscape. The Director will ensure alignment with Qiddiya city and local regulatory frameworks, collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams and managing stakeholder relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the process, progress, budget, and program of development from planning to project handover, ensuring regional entity requirements are incorporated.
• Comprehend Qiddiya development processes, governance procedures, and procurement policies to support daily activities.
• Extract key development parameters from strategy briefs, local laws, environmental constraints, and future-proofing requirements.
• Translate utilities operators' and local authorities' requirements into standard development briefs.
• Prepare stage gate presentations and coordinate with internal stakeholders for consensus and alignment.
• Prepare governance approval papers for various levels and coordinate BoD level slides.
• Prepare procurement strategies in coordination with shared services units to meet development objectives and budgets.
• Evaluate land use proposals and changes to ensure alignment with Qiddiya City and District policies.
• Conduct impact assessments for proposed land use planning changes.
• Manage interfaces, updates, and refinements to the framework plan and designs.

Stakeholder Coordination and Project Planning

• Act as a liaison between the master developer, architects, engineers, government ministries, agencies, and community stakeholders.
• Coordinate regulatory approvals to ensure seamless integration with the development build program.
• Maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including governmental agencies and service providers.
• Evaluate proposed infrastructure assets, network deployment plans, and public realm requirements.
• Assess proposed construction sequencing and provide input into the program and spatial planning.
• Provide input into procurement packaging, budget, and cost estimation, ensuring delivery within approved parameters.
• Participate in drafting project agreements and review project designs for compliance with Qiddiya’s requirements.
• Identify risks and propose mitigation plans for project delivery and execution.
• Propose project execution organization charts and work with development leads on asset façade and theme application.

Project Team Interface and Process Management

• Provide support and direction to project teams, ensuring effective coordination and communication.
• Review project plans, including scope, schedules, budgets, and risk management strategies.
• Monitor project progress, providing regular updates to senior management and stakeholders.
• Conduct site inspections and meetings to ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Foster innovation and continuous improvement within project teams.
• Manage disputes, issues, and conflicts, ensuring effective resolution.
• Review and comment on proposed mitigation measures to reduce project delays, including alternative procurement methodologies and reprioritization.
• Conduct value management exercises to maintain agreed quality and scope.
• Monitor approval processes, resolve delays, and maintain accurate records of permits, approvals, and correspondence.
• Draft consultant instructions and scopes of work for consultancy procurement.
• Conduct and manage weekly and monthly project dashboards and reporting to leadership and relevant departments.

Policy Understanding and Advocacy

• Stay informed about changes in regulations, policies, and strategies at regional, national, state, and Qiddiya City levels.
• Advocate for master plans, designs, and project approvals by presenting data and justifications to regulatory bodies and internal stakeholders.
• Enforce a culture of safety and quality throughout project execution.
• Advocate for approved processes and regulations, channeling changes and contributions through approved governance processes.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 15 years of experience in development or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex development projects from planning to operation.
• Experience in integrating various development components such as roads, transport, and utilities.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and development processes.
• Proven ability to collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams and manage stakeholder relationships.
• Excellent communication skills for diverse teams and leadership engagement.