Chief Executive Officer - Real Estate Development Company

About the role

A leading real estate development company in Al Hufuf is seeking a visionary Chief Executive Officer to steer ambitious expansion, long-term growth, and sustainable value creation. The ideal leader will bring deep expertise in real estate development and investment, with the ability to drive organizational transformation, increase the company’s capacity to manage major projects, and embed environmental and corporate sustainability as core business principles that enhance market value and investment returns.

Leadership and strategic responsibilities

• Set, refine, and execute the company’s long-term strategy to support growth ambitions, expansion goals, and entry into new markets and investment channels.
• Champion sustainable real estate practices across current and future developments, including green buildings, energy efficiency, and ESG standards, as a key competitive advantage.
• Rebuild and improve operating models so the organization can structurally and technically handle multiple large-scale projects at the same time with strong efficiency.
• Oversee financial strategy, advanced feasibility studies, asset management, and real estate portfolio management to maximize profitability and manage cash flow effectively.
• Establish a robust corporate governance framework and strict risk-management system covering financial, legal, and operational risks to protect investments and support stability during expansion.
• Lead major negotiations and conclude strategic alliances and partnerships with investors, funding entities, and relevant government and regulatory bodies.
• Direct and ensure full compliance, including completion of all project-related procedures through the Kingdom’s government and real-estate government platforms, while coordinating closely with consulting offices and ensuring effective technical and operational integration.
• Build a high-performance, innovation-driven culture and empower second-line leaders to support continued expansion and growth.

Qualifications and experience

• A bachelor’s degree in architecture, civil engineering, business administration, finance, or a related field is required.
• An executive MBA or certification in real estate sustainability is considered an added advantage.
• At least 15 years of practical experience in real estate development and investment.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a CEO or in a senior direct leadership role within large real estate development companies or holding groups that have gone through clear phases of expansion.
• Hands-on experience in feasibility studies, real estate investment, asset management, and portfolio oversight.
• Advanced understanding of the financial, investment, and legal dimensions of real estate development.
• Proven track record of overseeing the development and management of large projects, including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments, from concept through operations.
• Strong knowledge of real estate financing mechanisms, investment funds, corporate governance, investor relations, and the regulations governing real estate development.
• Up-to-date awareness of real estate innovation, modern construction technologies, and sustainable or green development trends.

Leadership traits and core skills

• Highly analytical strategic thinking with the ability to anticipate opportunities and respond to market volatility.
• Outstanding negotiation and communication abilities to represent the company with major investors and sovereign entities.
• Demonstrated capability to make high-stakes decisions under the pressure of rapid expansion.

Benefits and incentives

• A competitive executive compensation package with salary and benefits.
• Performance-based bonuses tied directly to growth, expansion, and profitability targets.
• A rare opportunity to lead impactful, sustainable projects that create a strong footprint in the real estate market.