Senior Director - Central DMO - 20004885 CDU5

Role Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership
• Establish and lead the Central Development Management Office, defining its vision, structure, and operating model
• Align development management strategies with corporate goals and long-term business plans
• Drive standardization of processes, tools, and methodologies across all development projects
• Act as a key advisor to executive leadership on development performance and risks

• Governance & Oversight

• Implement governance frameworks to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to required quality standards
• Oversee project controls including scheduling, cost management, risk management, and reporting
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices
• Lead stage-gate review processes and investment committee inputs

• Portfolio & Program Management

• Monitor and manage a portfolio of development projects across multiple asset classes
• Prioritize initiatives based on strategic importance, resource allocation, and ROI
• Identify and mitigate risks at portfolio and program levels
• Ensure effective coordination between projects to maximize efficiencies

• Process Excellence & Continuous Improvement

• Develop and implement standardized development management frameworks, templates, and KPIs
• Drive digital transformation initiatives (PMIS, dashboards, reporting tools)
• Benchmark performance against industry standards and introduce best practices
• Lead lessons-learned programs and continuous improvement initiatives
• Stakeholder Management
• Collaborate with internal departments including design, finance, procurement, legal, and operations
• Interface with external stakeholders such as consultants, contractors, and government authorities
• Ensure transparent communication and reporting to senior leadership and board-level stakeholders
• Team Leadership
• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team within the CDMO
• Define roles, responsibilities, and performance metrics for team members
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and excellence
• Drive talent development, succession planning, and capability building

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field (Master's preferred)
• 20+ years of experience in real estate development, construction, or project management
• Proven track record in leading large-scale, complex development portfolios
• Experience in establishing or managing PMOs/CDMOs or similar centralized functions
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2 preferred)

Skills & Competencies

• Strategic thinking and leadership capability
• Strong governance and project controls expertise
• Financial acumen and commercial awareness
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Change management and organizational transformation experience
• Ability to manage complexity and drive results in a fast-paced environment

Benefits