Foreground is partnering with a well-capitalized Qatari real estate and investment group to appoint a commercially minded and execution-savvy Director of Real Estate Development, based in Doha. This role is central to the groups ambition to expand its portfolio of residential, commercial, and mixed-use assets, including a newly approved waterfront lifestyle development and two joint ventures with regional hospitality brands.

Role Purpose

To lead end-to-end planning, feasibility, and delivery oversight of real estate development projects, ensuring that every asset meets its commercial objectives, regulatory obligations, and long-term positioning goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full development lifecycle, from land feasibility and concept validation to delivery handover, across a pipeline of residential, retail, and mixed-use projects.
• Coordinate feasibility studies, market assessments, and investment appraisals for new development opportunities in Qatar and the wider GCC.
• Oversee planning approvals, permitting processes, consultant appointments, and design review stages in collaboration with legal and external advisors.
• Define project development strategies and work closely with design, construction, and asset management teams to ensure alignment with the groups brand, quality, and timeline standards.
• Own project-level P&L accountability, working with finance to ensure cash flow modeling, capex phasing, and return thresholds are tracked and delivered.
• Maintain relationships with government regulators, urban planning authorities, and investment partners to accelerate development approvals.
• Prepare and present executive updates and investment papers to the board and shareholder committees.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 12+ years of experience in real estate development, project management, or asset development leadership, preferably with mixed-use or hospitality exposure.
• Strong understanding of the Qatar real estate market, permitting procedures, and regulatory environment.
• Demonstrated success managing full development cycles, from land acquisition and JV structuring to construction delivery and handover.
• Bachelors degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Real Estate Development; MBA or PMP certification preferred.
• Experience working in or with family offices, investment groups, or integrated developers in the GCC is an advantage.

Preferred Skills & Traits

• Commercial thinker with strong negotiation skills and development modeling capabilities.
• Structured, methodical, and delivery-focused, able to manage complexity while keeping a sharp eye on timelines and value.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is a strong asset for stakeholder and government liaison.