Associate Director - Development

Confidential Company

Lead the planning and execution of large-scale master plan developments (mixed-use, residential, commercial, hospitality, infrastructure).

Define land use strategy, density allocation, phasing plans, and development positioning aligned with corporate objectives.

Oversee market research, feasibility studies, and highest-and-best-use analysis.

Direct financial modeling, ROI/IRR analysis, and investment appraisals to support development decisions.

Prepare and present business cases, development strategies, and funding requirements to Executive Management and Board.

Manage master planners, urban designers, architects, and engineering consultants to deliver concept and detailed master plans.

Ensure integration of infrastructure networks (roads, utilities, drainage, public realm, transport systems) into master planning.

Lead coordination with government authorities and planning departments to secure zoning approvals, permits, and regulatory compliance.

Develop and implement phased development strategies aligned with infrastructure readiness and market absorption rates.

Oversee preparation of design guidelines, development control regulations, and plot sale documentation.

Drive value engineering initiatives to optimize development cost without compromising quality or vision.

Identify and mitigate development risks (market, financial, regulatory, technical).

Coordinate cross-functional teams including Finance, Legal, Commercial, Sales, Marketing, and Project Delivery.

Lead stakeholder engagement including investors, joint venture partners, infrastructure providers, and community representatives.

Ensure integration of sustainability, ESG principles, and smart city initiatives within the master plan.

Monitor development performance metrics and ensure alignment with approved budgets and timelines.

Manage consultant contracts, deliverables, and performance evaluations.