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Manager - Development

CompanyQiddiya Investment Company
LocationRiyadh
Work ModeOn Site
PostedNovember 1, 2026
About The Company
Qiddiya Investment Company (QIC), a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company, is shaping one of the most transformative visions of Saudi Arabia’s future. By harnessing the Power of Play, we are unlocking new economic opportunities, elevating quality of life, and contributing to the ambitions of Saudi Vision 2030. As a company behind flagship projects such as Qiddiya City and Saudi Entertainment Ventures (SEVEN), QIC is creating destinations and ecosystems where people can live, play, stay, work, and invest. At QIC, we believe play can move society forward, opening up new opportunities and bringing joy. Our commitment to play is evident in everything we do, aiming to transform lives through play, and creating extraordinary and fulfilling experiences. We develop integrated ecosystems that allow you to play, live, stay, invest, or work, with play as a catalyst for learning, creativity, performance, connection, escapism, and personal growth.
About the Role

Qiddiya Investment Company is on the lookout for an accomplished and dynamic Development Manager to join our team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for spearheading the development initiatives of our groundbreaking projects in the entertainment and leisure sector, aimed at creating a unique destination in Saudi Arabia.

Your role will involve leading cross-functional teams, ensuring the successful planning and execution of projects from concept to completion. The ideal candidate will exhibit a robust understanding of the real estate development process and will be capable of delivering innovative solutions that align with Qiddiya's vision.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and oversee the entire development process for assigned projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and timelines.
  • Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, including architects, engineers, and contractors, to ensure project milestones are achieved.
  • Lead feasibility analyses, site selection, and due diligence to assess new development opportunities.
  • Prepare and manage project budgets, timelines, and reports, providing updates to senior management.
  • Identify project risks and implement strategies to mitigate them throughout the development cycle.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends and developments, ensuring Qiddiya remains at the forefront of innovation in entertainment and leisure.
  • Mentor and develop team members to instill best practices in project development and management.
  • Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Urban Planning, Construction Management, or a related field (Master's preferred).
  • A minimum of 6-9 years of experience in real estate development or project management, with a focus on large-scale projects.
  • Strong understanding of development processes, financial modeling, and feasibility studies.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
Key Skills
Real estate developmentProject managementFeasibility analysisSite selectionDue diligenceBudget managementFinancial modelingStakeholder managementRisk mitigationLeadershipCommunicationStrategic planningCross-functional team leadership
Categories
Management & LeadershipConstructionConsulting
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Development Manager will lead cross-functional teams to execute entertainment and leisure projects from concept to completion. Responsibilities include managing project budgets, timelines, feasibility studies, and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
5-10
💼Company Size
9973
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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