Director of Development – Hotel & Real Estate

About the role

The Development function drives strategic real‑estate projects for Al‑Futtaim Technologies across the UAE and the region. As Director of Development you will lead the full lifecycle of hotel and real‑estate developments, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans for hotel and real‑estate development projects aligned with corporate vision.
• Conduct market research, feasibility studies and competitor analysis to identify new opportunities.
• Oversee budgeting, financial forecasting and financial modelling for each project.
• Manage the end‑to‑end development lifecycle, from site acquisition through design, construction and handover.
• Coordinate with cross‑functional stakeholders to ensure alignment on timelines, budgets and quality standards.
• Monitor project performance, mitigate financial risks and ensure profitability.

Required profile

• Minimum 10 years (120 months) of experience in real‑estate or hotel development.
• Proven ability to lead large, multi‑disciplinary development teams.
• Strong understanding of UAE and regional real‑estate markets.
• Demonstrated financial acumen and experience with project financing.

Required skills

• Financial Modeling
• Estate Master
• Powerpoint

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape a high‑impact development portfolio within a leading diversified group.
• Collaborative environment with regional and global stakeholders.