Director - Urban Planning

Qiddiya Investment Company· Qiddiya Master Development
Apply Now ↗
📍 Riyadh, Riyadh Province, Saudi ArabiaFull time

About this role

Qiddiya Investment Company is the strategic holding and development company behind Qiddiya and related ventures, leading large-scale entertainment, sports, and culture projects in Saudi Arabia. Working at the center of major destination development, the company brings together planning, design, and delivery to shape ambitious projects at portfolio scale.

As Director - Urban Planning, you will play a central role in guiding planning and design strategy across a complex portfolio of projects. This role is focused on driving alignment between vision, design quality, commercial practicality, and long-term development objectives while working across internal teams and external consultants to support successful project outcomes.

Responsibilities

  • Support development of the Planning and Design strategy to achieve organizational objectives.
  • Participate in developing and enforcing design policies, processes, procedures, and controls.
  • Assist in preparing the Place, Planning and Design budget to support effective delivery.
  • Lead development and implementation of design guidelines across portfolio projects.
  • Support development teams across project design and construction, including design direction, review, and internal specification processes.
  • Oversee design process coordination among multiple consultants from pre-concept through execution to ensure alignment with the master plan.
  • Help organize, track, and monitor multiple project design packages to deliver consistent and efficient solutions.
  • Ensure design solutions are commercially viable and compliant with applicable rules and regulations.
  • Manage design processes from land acquisition through planning and detailed design approvals to meet agreed plans and targets.
  • Ensure projects align with the approved master plan and take corrective action when needed.
  • Lead team performance by setting objectives, managing performance, and developing team capability.
  • Provide direction, mentoring, coaching, and growth opportunities to strengthen and motivate the team.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Urban Design, Architecture, or a related field.
  • Experience with large mixed-use destination developments.
  • Hands-on experience with AutoCAD and Revit.
  • Experience ensuring master plan compliance across large portfolio projects.
  • Master’s degree in Urban Design, Architecture, or a related field is a plus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Director - Urban Planning position at Qiddiya Investment Company?
The salary for this Director - Urban Planning role at Qiddiya Investment Company is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Director - Urban Planning position at Qiddiya Investment Company located?
This Director - Urban Planning role at Qiddiya Investment Company is based in Riyadh, Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Director - Urban Planning role at Qiddiya Investment Company full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Director - Urban Planning role in the Qiddiya Master Development department at Qiddiya Investment Company.
Which team or department does the Director - Urban Planning at Qiddiya Investment Company belong to?
This Director - Urban Planning position is part of the Qiddiya Master Development department at Qiddiya Investment Company. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Director - Urban Planning position at Qiddiya Investment Company?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to Qiddiya Investment Company's official application portal hosted on workable where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Director - Urban Planning job at Qiddiya Investment Company posted?
This Director - Urban Planning position at Qiddiya Investment Company was posted on Aug 6, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Director - Urban Planning
Qiddiya Investment Company
Apply for this role ↗

You'll be redirected to Qiddiya Investment Company's official application page on workable.