Director - Buss. Dev. & Investment

Role Main Purpose:

To lead Kidana's real estate investment strategy and development oversight, focusing on deal origination, financial structuring, and project viability.

Key Responsibilities:

Functional Responsibilities:

Development Management

• Oversee the entire development lifecycle of new projects from concept to completion.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Manage entitlements, permits, and approvals to ensure compliance with regulations.

Development Oversight (Non-Construction)

• Lead pre-development phases: entitlements, permitting, design coordination
• Establish project budgets, timelines, and feasibility parameters
• Monitor development progress through external project managers
• Conduct quarterly business reviews with operating partners

Business Development & Market Strategy

• Build and maintain relationships with investors, developers, and government entities to source deals.
• Stay ahead of market trends, regulations, and economic conditions to identify growth areas.
• Lead bid proposals, RFPs, and partnership negotiations for new opportunities.
• Present investment recommendations to senior leadership with clear risk/reward analysis.

Stakeholder & Portfolio Growth

• Work closely with internal teams (Finance, Legal, Leasing) to align investments with corporate strategy.
• Monitor post-investment performance and recommend adjustments to maximize returns.
• Represent Kidana in industry forums and networking events to enhance market presence.

LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive deal discipline by enforcing stage-gate approvals and post-investment reviews.
• Model capital efficiency through optimal project structuring Bridge market gaps by translating feasibility insights into executable project parameters.
• Develop next-gen dealmakers through hands-on coaching of investment analysts.
• Mitigate execution risks by anticipating regulatory/entitlement hurdles pre-closing.
• Ensure adequate staffing levels aimed at contributing to the achievement of the strategic objectives of Kidana. 
• Set performance management objectives based on business development and feasibility KPI’s and performance targets for all reporting team members and perform mid-year and year-end performance reviews.
• Direct the identification of talent for pivotal roles in coordination with the Human Capital Department from a succession management standpoint.
• Take decisive action to ensure speedy resolution of unresolved grievances or conflicts among team members.

Educational Qualifications: A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance,Real Estate, or related field.

Professional and Technical Certificates (Preferred Only): CFA (Preferred), CPRM

Professional Experience: 

• A minimum of 12+ years of experience in Finance,Real Estate, or related fields is preferred.
• 5+ years in management/leadership roles