Director - Master Development (Urban Design)

Full time at Dubai Holding in UAE

Posted on February 5, 2025

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Direct message the job poster from Dubai Holding Job Purpose Director of Master Development will lead the master planning and architectural design, test fits of mixed use residential (single/multifamily) for all ongoing developments across the company and its verticals. Key Accountabilities:

Provide Urban Design Leadership throughout the entire lifecycle of master planning projects, from vision masterplan to final masterplan approval and further authority approvals.
Collaborate with stakeholders including the company/verticals/subsidiaries, consultants and authorities to understand project goals, functional requirements, and design constraints.
Provide Architectural Design Leadership throughout the entire lifecycle of projects, from concept design to construction and handover.
Lead multidisciplinary design consultants (Structural, MEP, Façade, VT, Landscape, etc.) to ensure delivery of design vision (concept) aligned with market requirements and management directions.
Apply deep understanding of design principles to develop innovative and functional design solutions.
Ensure compliance with applicable codes, regulations and standards including safety, accessibility and environmental requirements.
Manage development from inception to completion in accordance with Management Approvals to ensure timely delivery within established parameters (primarily Time and Cost).
Make recommendations to the management on optimal and balanced solutions to problems arising during the development process.
Continuous monitoring of design and project deliverables, program and cost/budget.
Support in collaboration with Sales, leasing and legal departments in production of the head of terms for Sale Purchase Agreements.
Support in deciding on refined commercial strategy based on recommendations from commercial for product mix, phasing, etc.
Support in deciding on marketing strategy during preparation of Annual launch Calendar.
Propose and implement various initiatives to improve existing processes to achieve higher efficiency in Development BU operations.
Leading organizational sustainability goals and setting of policy and guidelines to ensure implementation across all developments.
Provide data and Cost inputs to feasibility team.
Review and process masterplan submission in line with authority requirements.
Ensure masterplan compliance with KPIs; target efficiencies and optimal land use distribution.
Coordinate masterplans with infrastructure, utilities, public realm, amenities and marine works.
Implement sustainability practices in-house as a core part of the master planning process.

Qualifications, Experiences, Skills Minimum Qualifications and Knowledge:

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in real estate, land Economics, property valuations, Architecture, Engineering, Finance or engineering.

Minimum Experience (number of years):

Minimum 12+ years of development management experience in managing the development of large real estate assets (residential, commercial, retail, hospitality, etc).

Job Specific Skills:

Proficiency in architectural design software, such as AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp and Adobe creative suites.
Strong conceptual and design thinking abilities with a demonstrated portfolio of innovative and successful architectural projects.
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, both verbal and visual, to effectively convey complex design concepts to diverse stakeholders.
Strong understanding of sustainability principles and their applications in master planning and architectural design.
Familiarity with relevant building codes, regulations and industry standards related to residential buildings/villas.
Strong understanding of architectural design and construction.
Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Design, Strategy/Planning, and Project Management

Industries

Real Estate, Community Development and Urban Planning, and Graphic Design

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