Assistant Manager - Development

Expo City Dubai Authority

About Expo City Dubai Authority

We are more than just a destination - we are an ecosystem of opportunity, offering a unique chance to be part of something extraordinary.
Together, we are building a sustainable, tech-enabled and human-centric city that will inspire future generations.
Here, you will support us in creating the future and experience a world of innovation, growth and prosperity for people and planet.

The main responsibilities for this role incluide: Support the Development Director in managing day-to-day development activities and multiple project workstreams.
Coordinate with architects, consultants, contractors and internal stakeholders to ensure timely progress of projects.
Assist in preparing Design Briefs, consultant scopes, RFPs, presentations and development reports.
Review design proposals and provide development-focused comments to ensure alignment with project vision, functionality, quality and budget.
Follow up on design development, consultant deliverables, approvals, material samples, mock-ups and outstanding actions.
Support value engineering and cost optimisation initiatives while protecting the approved design intent and quality.
Attend design meetings, workshops and site visits and ensure actions are clearly recorded and followed through.
Assist with authority and stakeholder coordination and track approvals and outstanding requirements.
Monitor project progress, identify key risks/issues and escalate matters requiring Development Director intervention.
Prepare weekly project updates, dashboards, presentations and management reports.
Undertake benchmarking, market research and feasibility studies to support development decisions.
Support the implementation of AI and digital tools to improve design development, research, reporting and Development processes.

Knowledge, Qualifications and Skills required Essential 5+ years relevant experience in development, design management or project management, as well as: Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Real Estate or related field.
Experience working with multidisciplinary consultants and contractors.
Strong understanding of design, construction, cost and development processes.
Strong communication, coordination, presentation and problem-solving skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel.
Strong development and design understanding Commercial and cost awareness Excellent coordination and follow-up Attention to detail Problem solving and initiative Strong stakeholder management Ability to manage multiple priorities Proactive and able to work with limited supervision