Specialist Real Estate and Construction - Cloud Kitchens Job Snapshot Role: Specialist Real Estate and Construction - Location: Doha, Qatar - Industry: Construction - Function: Construction - Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in cloud kitchen operations, food and beverage logistics or similar high-volume food service facilities - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site Position Overview talabat is looking for a Specialist Real Estate and Construction to manage construction projects, site development and property-related activities supporting its cloud kitchen operations in Doha, Qatar. This role combines hands-on construction management with commercial real-estate coordination. You will oversee projects from design through completion, manage contractors and suppliers, evaluate construction costs and support the selection and leasing of new kitchen locations. You will work closely with Legal, Finance, Procurement and Operations to ensure that construction projects meet technical requirements, remain within approved budgets and support the needs of the business. The position requires strong construction or engineering expertise, practical experience in cloud kitchen or food service operations and the ability to coordinate multiple projects and stakeholders. Job Details
Country: Qatar
City: Doha
Industry: Construction
Function: Construction
Salary: Not disclosed
Gender: No Preference
Candidate Nationality: Not specified
Job Type: Full Time
Work Arrangement: On-site
Key Responsibilities
Lead construction projects from initial design through final delivery.
Coordinate architectural and engineering requirements throughout project execution.
Review architectural layouts, engineering drawings and technical specifications.
Ensure construction activities follow applicable project standards and agreed timelines.
Work with consultants, contractors and suppliers to address site-specific challenges.
Monitor project schedules, construction progress and budget requirements.
Coordinate technical activities required for new kitchen facilities.
Identify potential construction issues and support their resolution.
Maintain communication with relevant stakeholders throughout project delivery.
Manage tendering processes for construction materials, equipment and services.
Coordinate competitive bidding activities with relevant suppliers and contractors.
Review tender submissions against project requirements.
Analyze market prices for construction materials, labor and equipment.
Identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency while maintaining project quality.
Negotiate commercial terms with vendors and contractors.
Review proposed pricing, delivery schedules and service conditions.
Support supplier selection based on project requirements and commercial value.
Coordinate with Procurement on vendor onboarding and sourcing activities.
Support the identification and evaluation of suitable commercial properties.
Lead commercial negotiations with landlords, property managers and brokers.
Negotiate lease terms that align with operational and financial requirements.
Draft, review and finalize Letters of Intent.
Coordinate property-related discussions with internal stakeholders.
Maintain effective working relationships with landlords across assigned locations.
Serve as a primary contact for property and landlord-related matters.
Address real-estate issues requiring coordination between different departments.
Conduct market research to identify potential locations for new cloud kitchen facilities.
Evaluate properties in neighborhoods with suitable business potential.
Assess proposed locations against operational and commercial requirements.
Review site accessibility, size, location and cost.
Build and maintain a pipeline of prospective properties.
Identify opportunities through direct outreach, property brokers and real-estate networks.
Coordinate site assessments with relevant business functions.
Support property selection decisions using technical and operational considerations.
Help ensure selected locations are suitable for planned kitchen operations.
Work with Legal teams and external counsel on lease documentation.
Support the drafting, review and execution of lease agreements.
Coordinate with legal stakeholders on contractual compliance and risk considerations.
Collaborate with Finance to develop project business cases.
Support budget approval processes for new locations and construction activities.
Monitor project capital expenditure and operating expenditure.
Work with Procurement on equipment sourcing and fit-out materials.
Coordinate requirements between Operations, Finance, Legal and Construction teams.
Identify project dependencies and resolve coordination challenges.
Follow up on outstanding activities to support timely project completion.
Maintain regular communication with landlords and property managers.
Coordinate responses to property-related operational concerns.
Support the resolution of issues involving leased locations.
Build productive relationships with contractors, consultants and external partners.
Communicate project requirements and progress to internal stakeholders.
Ensure property arrangements remain aligned with operational needs.
Support effective coordination between commercial and technical teams.
Monitor construction budgets and project-related expenditure.
Review supplier and contractor costs against approved budgets.
Coordinate project schedules and track delivery milestones.
Identify cost or schedule concerns requiring management attention.
Support timely decision-making through clear project updates.
Maintain visibility of construction and fit-out requirements.
Coordinate activities across multiple projects and operational rollouts.
Help ensure completed facilities meet agreed technical and business requirements.
Qualifications and Experience
Strong background in construction management, civil engineering or facilities engineering.
Proven ability to manage complex construction projects from planning through execution.
Experience coordinating architectural and engineering requirements.
Strong understanding of construction activities, contractor management and project delivery.
Ability to evaluate technical challenges and coordinate appropriate solutions.
Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in cloud kitchen operations, food and beverage logistics or similar high-volume food service facilities.
Understanding of operational requirements for food service facilities.
Experience supporting operational efficiency and vendor coordination.
Ability to align construction decisions with the practical needs of kitchen operations.
Familiarity with the requirements of high-volume food service environments.
Expert-level ability to read and interpret architectural blueprints.
Strong understanding of engineering drawings and construction specifications.
Ability to assess technical documentation against project requirements.
Familiarity with construction management software.
Knowledge of project tracking tools.
Ability to coordinate engineering and architectural requirements with technical stakeholders.
Demonstrated experience managing construction tender processes.
Ability to analyze market pricing for materials, labor and equipment.
Strong contract negotiation skills.
Experience negotiating with vendors, suppliers and contractors.
Ability to evaluate commercial proposals and identify cost-efficient solutions.
Understanding of construction budgets and procurement requirements.
Strong commercial judgment when balancing cost, quality and delivery requirements.
Excellent organizational and project coordination abilities.
Experience managing multiple construction projects simultaneously.
Ability to coordinate operational rollouts and construction activities.
Strong budget monitoring and planning capabilities.
Ability to manage competing priorities and project deadlines.
Confidence coordinating consultants, contractors and internal teams.
Practical problem-solving skills.
Basic experience in commercial real-estate negotiations and site selection is an advantage.
Ability to communicate effectively with landlords, brokers and property managers.
Strong relationship management capabilities.
Experience collaborating across Operations, Finance and Construction functions.
Ability to coordinate legal, procurement and commercial requirements.