Development Director - Jobs in Saudi Arabia

Job Description

Faithful+Gould are currently looking for a Development Director in Al Ula KSA, with demonstrated experience on large scale projects.Faithful+Gould is a hands-on project delivery organisation that has moulded its business to respond to the demands of the nations in which it operates. In doing so, we actively seek to employ staff who possess strong pro-active management skills which enables them to understand the entire delivery process from site acquisition through to feasibility, design, construction, sales and occupancy phases. Our end-to-end project delivery solution is focused on best maximising project outcomes while minimising project risk for our Clients.Job Purpose:Drive the development and management of the strategic business function and approach for the SCZ Department. Working cross-functionally to ensure that the full vision of the SCZ sector and RCU are fully aligned to ensure all assets being realized within the Special Cultural Zones are fulfillingthe vision for AlUla and Journey Through Time masterplan. Working cross-functionally with a full range of stakeholders throughout a RIBA 0-6 lifecycle. The Development Value chain will act as proponent and/or asset owner forselected culturally sensitive projects. Controlled and managedthrough agreed commercial and business strategies, development briefs, assetmanagement approaches and businesscases, financial modeling, and end-of-use modeling, amongst other requirements forselected villages and assets.Functional Responsibilities:

• Develop overall strategy for the Special Cultural Zones Development function within the Development, Design & Implementation vertical that aligns with the sector objectives
• Manage and oversee RIBA 0-2 programs either as proponent or asset owner
• Manage and oversee the contracting process and oversee the performance of vendors and stakeholders.
• Development and project planning as dictated by RIBA phases alleging with and the Master Plans of each asset. here needed and the engagement of appropriate vendors in line with tendering guidelines outline within the agreed sector strategy
• Oversee the preparation and coordinate strategies for Development Sector procurement recommending methodology according to project needs, design submissions, and construction work programs.
• Challenge and stress test the functionality, sensibility and feasibility of proposed use/development requirements/direction of the assets that will that fall under the Development value chain ownership

Managerial Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the sectors short- and long term strategy from the Departments perspective in
• line with RCU overall vision and mission.
• Develop the Departments strategy, objectives, and KPIs annual operational plans and ensure
• plan execution is meeting the targets.
• Prepare and submit the Departments annual budget for approval taking all planned activities
• and ownership role(Sole to Support Services) are taken into consideration by monitoring the financial performance and impact of the agreed business and commercial cases/strategies
• Oversee the development, maintenance, implementation and adherence of the department policies and procedures as well as the overall performance of the department and ensure KPIs are well developed, cascaded, communicated and monitored.
• Ensure effective staffing, professional development and deployment of staff of the sector in consultation with the Sector Executive
• Direct the Departments connection to its stakeholder, whether internal or external, to ensure RCU needs are met effectively.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Business Development Architecture, Design and Construction Management
• 15+ Years of relevant experience with 5 years in a managerial role

Preferred Skills and Competencies:

• Written and Oral proficiency of English language.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Design skills and knowledge
• Knowledge of Concept Architecture, Design, Construction, Operational Functions

SNC Lavalins Faithful+Gould business is one of the worlds leading integrated project and programme management consultancies, with over 2,400 professionals operating worldwide.Our aim is to protect and maximize our clients interests throughout the planning and delivery of projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, on budget. We pride ourselves on collaborating with client teams and developing long-term relationships.Key services include - Project management, programme management, project controls, commercial management, cost management and expert scheduling and construction planning.Our industry is going through a digital transformation and we have been investing in and pioneering digital methods to improve all aspects of our service. We have focused our digital transformation around platform modernization and product development and through standardization and automation, we are achieving efficiencies that are directly passed on our clients who benefit from a consistent quality of service as well as the savings.Active in the Middle East for over 20 years, we have offices in the UAE, Qatar, Oman and Saudi Arabia. We hire and retain only the best people in the industry. Our success is built on recruiting - and then developing - brilliant people from a broad range of professional and cultural backgrounds. Its precisely this diversity of talent that sets us apart.Acquired by SNC Lavalin in 2017, we also have an extensive depth of geographic exposure across 50 countries and the breadth of 53,000 experts. As one of the largest engineering contractors, we have access to 17,000 staff in the Middle East making us one of the largest multidisciplinary consultancies in the region.Rewards & BenefitsWe offer an excellent package which includes:

• A competitive salary
• Transportation allowance
• Medical and life insurance cover
• 22 calendar days annual leave
• Company gratuity scheme
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Annual flight allowance to point of origin

SNC-Lavalin is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablement. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination.Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.We pursue this commitment by:Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implementedComplying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practiceEnsuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues and customers are treated equally and with respectEnsuring that the workplace is an environment free from discrimination, harassment, victimisation and bullying regardless of an individuals gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablementMaking all decisions relating to recruitment, selection or promotion according to the employees ability.

Keyskills :
Construction Architecture Project management Operational Functions Design commercial management Programme Management Construction Planning cost management Project Controls

About Company

SNC-Lavalin Group Inc. is a Canadian company based in Montreal that provides engineering, procurement, and construction services to various industries, including mining and metallurgy, oil and gas, environment and water, infrastructure, and clean power.