Senior Capital Projects Development Expert

About the role

We are looking for a Senior Capital Projects Development Expert to lead large‑scale capital projects from concept through to a delivery‑ready baseline in Abu Dhabi. The role will own governance, feasibility studies, phasing strategies and coordination with consultants and delivery partners to ensure projects are decision‑ready and aligned with ESG and operational requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Establish stage‑gate processes, reporting cadence, decision logs and change‑control mechanisms.
• Define and consolidate functional, technical, ESG and phasing requirements into a comprehensive design brief.
• Support procurement activities and manage consultants to deliver integrated outputs.
• Act as the primary interface with delivery partners, ensuring a clear handover baseline.
• Maintain cost, schedule and risk baselines, driving mitigation actions.
• Coordinate planning, utilities and authority approvals to secure project readiness.
• Integrate facilities management, ICT and operational considerations early in the design process.

Required profile

• 10–15+ years experience in capital project development for campuses, districts, mixed‑use or similar environments.
• Proven track record in briefing, feasibility analysis, stage‑gate governance and procurement readiness.
• Strong stakeholder management and authority coordination skills.
• Experience in GCC markets is preferred.
• Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction or Project Management.

Required skills

• Project Management methodologies (PMP, PRINCE2).
• RICS standards (preferred).