Development Director (Marina)

Job Description

<strong>Role Purpose </strong><p><br></p>The <strong>Development Director </strong>is responsible for managing the development of the Hidden Marina and its associated assets on the basin’s activated perimeter along the “The Line” located at modules 45-47, from project inception to delivery and handover/occupation. Particular emphasis is on maximizing return on invested capital and operating profitability, including management of cashflow, through close coordination with NEOM Finance and all NEOM Sectors and Departments.<p><br></p>In addition to working closely with the Urban Planning (UP), Finance and Project teams to review and endorse concept strategy, development program and business case for “The Line”, the Development Director shall lead, direct, and manage the development of strategies and development programs for the Hidden Marina of The Line, including targets for asset classes (quantum, mix, quality, price points, etc.), market research and assessments, value creation strategies, phasing, marketing strategies and investor attraction.<p><br></p>The Development Director shall also collaborate with colleague leaders and stakeholders across the Proponent, Sector and NEOM Department teams to enhance a culture of collaboration, development excellence, leading design and delivery methodologies, and quality of built assets, to deliver the NEOM vision on time, on budget and to the highest and best international standards.<p><br></p><strong>Key Accountabilities &amp; Activities</strong><p><br></p><ul><li> Report to the Executive Director and manage, co-ordinate and direct all aspects of asset development across an allocated Hidden Marina section of The Line. </li><li> Lead, coordinate and oversee Real Estate development, planning, and finance, including any proposed Public/Private Partnerships (PPP’s) for the Hidden Marina and associated regions on The Line. </li><li> Capitalize on extensive knowledge and experience of concept strategies, development programs and business cases to review and recommend endorsement of all stages of project proposal before proceeding to master planning phases. </li><li> Collaborate closely and work in conjunction with NEOM Urban Planning (UP), NEOM Projects and all NEOM Sector Heads and Departments, to define the regional master plan and agree the infrastructure assets required for, and to be delivered, in the Hidden Marina and associated regions thereon. </li><li> Identify and define strategy for delivery of the phasing and the development strategy, in coordination with all required NEOM Sectors and Departments. </li><li> Ensure business cases are executed and delivered to the best interests, and financial benefit, of NEOM and manage stakeholder relationships at all levels, particularly any joint venture stakeholders. </li><li> Identify regulatory requirements and ensure corporate governance required to operate in the identified framework. </li><li> Oversee, lead and mentor direct and outsourced completion of all aspects of the development process including legal framework, contract negotiations, procurement, consultant/contractor appointment and project execution. </li><li> Ensure all technical procedures adapted meet with approved NEOM corporate operational objectives. </li><li> Oversee direct reports to actively implement risk mitigation measures to ensure business cases are secured to meet profit and turnover targets. </li><li> Manage direct reports to ensure that feasibility, program, design, technical, quality and leasing specifications of projects are achieved through to completion and handover. </li><li> Provide regular feedback with regard to Business Plans, including project status, risk and approved feasibility hurdle rates to Executive Director. </li><li> Coordinate and organize all development disciplines, with the objective of harmonizing the diversified functions to deliver completed projects in accordance with approved business case objectives. </li><li> Prepare RFP and other procurement plans for the delivery of the assets, as required. </li><li> Manage interfaces between various NEOM entities to ensure strict adherence to the agreed delivery schedules and develop contingency recovery schedule, as and when required. </li></ul><p><br></p><strong>Background, Skills &amp; Qualifications</strong><p><br></p><strong> Knowledge, Skills and Experience </strong><p><br></p><ul><li> 20+ years extensive experience in leading and delivering multi-asset and multi-disciplinary, complex developments, at least 10 of which in a senior management role with Marina or Ports experience in development and/or operations. </li><li> Detailed knowledge of, and fully conversant with, development of concept strategies, development programs and business cases for regional marina and/or port developments. </li><li> Proven track record in marina and/or port real estate development, technical competence across all property development disciplines and P&amp;L accountability. </li><li> In-depth understanding of economic and business/venture strategies with ability to problem-solve and make effective decisions in a fast-paced environment, with good knowledge of technology to support business management. </li><li> Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple, design related tasks simultaneously. </li><li> Excellent communicator (verbal and written) and a good command of English and ability to present confidently to small and large audiences </li><li> Proven ability to build professional relationships and trust, with colleagues and internal and external stakeholders alike, with interpersonal skills to build effective relationships across all levels of the organization. </li><li> Fully computer literate, proficient in Microsoft Office applications, good knowledge of Microsoft Project, Primavera P6 is desirable </li><li> As NEOM is in start-up mode with accelerated programs, the Director position requires total commitment and flexibility to achieve key, strategic targets that may require working additional hours. </li><li> Strong leadership ability and rational judgement and reasoning skills, with proven ability to communicate effectively at design office, site, management, and clients levels. </li></ul><p><br></p><strong>Qualifications</strong><p><br></p><ul><li> Bachelor’s Degree in Business Admin., Economics, Real Estate, Architecture, Master Planning or Engineering from an accredited university – MBA is desirable. </li><li> Professional registration and accreditation with Economics, Real Estate, Engineer or Urban Design Institute i.e. MACCE, MIED, CARB, PE, MICE, PMP etc. </li><li> Minimum 25 years’ experience and proven track record in leading and delivering multi-asset, complex developments with partners, with 10 years in a senior management role delivering or managing marinas and/or ports, preferably in the Middle East. </li><li> H istory of presentation and participation in Senior Executive and Board Meetings. </li><li> Demonstrate a consistent and acceptable employment history and duration in previous roles held. </li><li> Excellent communication skills, with high standard of English (oral and written).</li></ul>