Overview
Urban Planning Executive Director – Real Estate Jobs in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia at Confidential Government
Title: Urban Planning Executive Director – Real Estate
Company: Confidential Government
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Job Summary:
The Urban Planning Executive Director – Real Estate is responsible for leading the strategic planning, design, and development of large-scale real estate projects. This role ensures alignment with urban development regulations, sustainability standards, and business objectives, while overseeing master planning, land use strategies, and stakeholder coordination.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Strategic Planning & Leadership
- Lead the development of long-term urban planning strategies aligned with organizational goals.
- Oversee master planning initiatives for residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.
- Provide executive leadership to multidisciplinary planning and design teams.
2. Master Planning & Development
- Direct land use planning, zoning, and spatial development strategies.
- Ensure projects meet regulatory, environmental, and sustainability standards.
- Review and approve master plans, urban designs, and infrastructure layouts.
3. Real Estate Integration
- Align urban planning strategies with real estate investment objectives.
- Support feasibility studies, market analysis, and project positioning.
- Optimize land value and development potential across portfolios.
4. Stakeholder Management
- Engage with government authorities, municipalities, and regulatory bodies.
- Manage relationships with consultants, developers, and investors.
- Represent the organization in high-level planning discussions and approvals.
5. Governance & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with local urban planning laws, regulations, and codes.
- Establish internal planning standards, policies, and procedures.
- Monitor project risks and ensure mitigation strategies are in place.
6. Sustainability & Innovation
- Drive sustainable urban development practices (smart cities, green infrastructure).
- Integrate ESG principles into planning and development processes.
- Promote innovation in urban design and planning technologies.
7. Team Leadership
- Lead, mentor, and develop urban planning teams.
- Set KPIs, evaluate performance, and build organizational capability.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Architecture, Real Estate Development, or related field.
- 15+ years of experience in urban planning or real estate development.
- Minimum 5–7 years in a senior leadership or executive role.
- Strong experience in large-scale master planning projects.
