Director - Development (Residential) - Developer - Muscat, Oman An exciting opportunity for a development professional to lead residential developments across Oman, managing projects from market research, concept creation and feasibility through approvals and handover. The role requires a commercially focused development thinker who can drive front-end development activities, coordinate stakeholders and ensure successful project execution. Client Details Our client is an established eal estate developer with an ambitious pipeline of residential and lifestyle-led communities across Oman. The business is focused on creating high-quality residential destinations tailored for both local and international buyers, with a strong emphasis on market-driven development, commercial viability, and long-term value creation. This is an opportunity to join a lean, entrepreneurial team and play a key role in shaping future residential developments from concept through delivery. Description * Lead residential and mixed-use development projects from concept through handover. * Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify product opportunities and market demand. * Support project feasibility assessments, business cases and development strategies. * Work closely with finance teams to develop and challenge financial models and project assumptions. * Create commercially viable residential concepts aligned with customer demand and company objectives. * Coordinate architects, planners, engineers, and specialist consultants throughout the development lifecycle. * Coordinate with design managers and consultant teams to ensure project objectives are achieved. * Lead planning, land-use and building approval processes with relevant government authorities. * Monitor project budgets, timelines, risks and key development milestones. * Manage relationships with contractors, consultants, sales teams and other key stakeholders. * Review development proposals, design submissions and project recommendations for executive leadership. * Prepare reports, presentations and strategic updates for senior management and investment decision-making. Job Offer * Competitive tax-free salary and performance-based bonus. * Opportunity to lead significant residential and lifestyle developments across Oman. * High level of ownership and influence across the entire development lifecycle. * Exposure to large-scale master-planned communities and premium residential projects. * Entrepreneurial and collaborative working environment with direct access to senior leadership. * Comprehensive medical insurance and annual leave benefits. * Annual flight allowance and end-of-service benefits in line with local regulations. * Long-term career growth within a growing real estate development platform.

* Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or a related discipline. * Minimum 12+ years' experience in real estate development, with a strong focus on residential projects within the GCC. * Demonstrated experience managing the front end of development, including market research, concept creation, feasibility studies and development strategy. * Strong understanding of development financials and the ability to work closely with financial modelling and investment teams. * Experience coordinating consultants, design teams and stakeholders throughout the development process. * Solid knowledge of planning approvals, development regulations and project delivery principles. * Previous Oman experience preferred but not mandatory; wider GCC development experience is essential. * Arabic language skills would be advantageous. * Strong commercial acumen, stakeholder management and presentation skills. * A proactive, hands-on development professional capable of operating within a lean and entrepreneurial environment.