
Qiddiya Investment Company
Senior Director - Development
- Permanent
- Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Experience 15 - 20 yrs
Job expiry date: 30/10/2026
Job overview
Date posted
15/09/2026
Location
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Salary
SAR 60,000 - 100,000 per month
Compensation
Comprehensive package + relocation
Experience
15 - 20 yrs
Seniority
VP/Executive
Qualification
Bachelors degree
Expiration date
30/10/2026
Job description
A Velodrome and Urban Sports Park sit at the center of this Senior Director - Development role, part of Qiddiya's push to become a premier sports and entertainment destination in Saudi Arabia. You oversee the entire development lifecycle of these sports venues, ensuring alignment with Qiddiya's strategic vision while delivering facilities built to international standards. Comprehensive strategy for sports venue development gets developed and executed to support Qiddiya's mission and strengthen regional sports engagement. Conceptualization, planning and execution of sports venue projects run through you, covering multi-sport arenas, training facilities and spectator areas. Feasibility studies and market analyses get conducted to inform design decisions and financial investments. Project budgets, schedules and resource allocation are managed closely to keep delivery timely and efficient. Relationships with sports federations, government agencies and contractors get established and maintained throughout. Safety regulations, quality standards and sustainable practices apply to every project without exception, and regular updates on status, risks and strategic recommendations go to senior management.
Required skills
Key responsibilities
- Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for sports venue development that supports Qiddiya's mission and enhances regional sports engagement
- Lead the conceptualization, planning and execution of sports venue projects, including multi-sport arenas, training facilities and spectator areas
- Conduct feasibility studies and market analyses to inform design decisions and financial investments
- Manage project budgets, schedules and resource allocation to ensure timely and efficient project delivery
- Establish and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders, including sports federations, government agencies and contractors
- Ensure all projects adhere to safety regulations, quality standards and sustainable practices
- Provide regular updates and reports to senior management on project status, risks and strategic recommendations
- Foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement within the project development team
Experience & skills
- Hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Real Estate, Architecture, Engineering or a related field
- Bring a minimum of 15 years of experience in large-scale sports venue development for mega-events such as the FIFA World Cup or Olympic Games
- Show a proven track record of delivering sports facilities on time and within budget
- Carry a strong understanding of the sports industry, including trends and best practices in venue design and operation
- Apply excellent project management skills with the ability to guide cross-functional teams
- Demonstrate exceptional communication and negotiation skills for effective stakeholder engagement
- Think strategically and address complex challenges in a demanding, high-pressure environment
- Maintain genuine passion for sports and a commitment to enhancing community engagement through sports initiatives