Senior Project Development Manager Rizal

Chroma Hospitality, Inc.; Manila; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Chroma Hospitality, Inc. in Manila seeks a Project Development Manager to oversee the full cycle of real estate development, from feasibility studies to turnover and operations setup.

You will lead a multidisciplinary team across design, construction, finance, sales, and permits to ensure timely milestones and project profitability. The role emphasizes strategic planning, budgeting, risk management, stakeholder communication, and go-to-market strategies for new developments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, Civil Engineering, or related fields; MBA preferred.
• Demonstrates strong and decisive leadership with ownership mindset.
• Highly analytical, strategic, organized, results-driven, and innovative.
• Experience supervising staff and managing real estate projects (5–8 years).
• Experience conceptualizing development, feasibility studies and market research, plus sales/marketing strategies.
• Willingness to travel frequently within the assigned area.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project planning with timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Conduct feasibility studies and market analysis for development opportunities.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams including design, construction, and permits.
• Manage budgeting, financial forecasting, and cost controls.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and secure necessary permits.
• Identify and evaluate project sites and oversee land acquisitions.
• Collaborate on design development and construction progress monitoring.
• Coordinate go-to-market strategies with Sales and Marketing; align milestones with launches.
• Maintain stakeholder communications with investors, officials, clients, and partners.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Leadership

Entrepreneurial spirit

Analytical

Strategic planning

Project management

Team supervision

Communication

Negotiation

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree (Business/Marketing/Economics/Civil Engineering)

MBA (preferred)

Tools

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description:

The Project Development Manager is responsible for overseeing project profitability and managing the full cycle of the project development process, including feasibility studies, project design & planning, project launch & implementation, turnover to clients, and set-up of property management operations. The PDM champions project success by leading and working with his / her partners from Design & Construction, Finance, Sales, Marketing, Permits & Property Management to ensure the timely accomplishment of milestones.

Responsibilities:

Project Planning and Strategy:

• Develop and implement project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Conduct feasibility studies and market analysis to identify potential real estate development opportunities.

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables.

Team Leadership:

• Lead and manage a multidisciplinary team, including architects, engineers, contractors, and other professionals.

• Foster a collaborative and productive working environment.

• Provide direction and guidance to team members throughout the project lifecycle.

Financial Management:

• Oversee budgeting and financial forecasting for real estate projects.
• Monitor project costs and ensure adherence to budgetary constraints.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising project quality.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Stay informed about local zoning laws, building codes, and other regulations.
• Ensure that all projects comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Obtain necessary permits and approvals for development projects.

Site Selection and Acquisition:

• Identify and evaluate potential project sites.
• Negotiate land acquisition deals and coordinate due diligence processes.
• Work with legal and financial teams to finalize land purchases.

Design and Development:

• Collaborate with architects and design teams to create project concepts.
• Oversee the development of detailed project plans and specifications.
• Monitor construction progress to ensure alignment with design and quality standards.

Sales and Marketing:

• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing teams to develop go-to-market strategies for new projects.
• Provide market insights and consumer trend analysis to guide pricing, product positioning, and promotional campaigns.
• Support the development of sales materials, project brochures, and marketing collaterals.
• Align project milestones with sales launch timelines to ensure market readiness.
• Monitor sales performance, absorption rates, and buyer feedback to inform project adjustments.
• Represent the company in project presentations, client meetings, and industry events to promote developments.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Communicate project progress, challenges, and milestones to internal and external stakeholders.

• Build and maintain relationships with investors, government officials, clients, and other relevant parties.

Risk Management:

• Identify potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Implement effective risk management practices throughout the project lifecycle.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of a Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Marketing Management, Economics, Civil Engineering, and other related courses, preferably with an MBA
• Demonstrates strong & decisive leadership skills
• Must be highly entrepreneurial, with a strong sense of ownership
• Must be highly analytical, strategic, organized, results-driven, resourceful, and innovative
• Must be both task-oriented and relations-oriented
• With experience supervising staff
• With 5-8 years of experience in the real estate industry
• With experience in conceptualizing projects for development, conducting feasibility studies & market research, and designing and implementing sales & marketing strategies
• Ability to travel frequently within the assigned area as required

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

• Market and Competitive Analysis
• Financial Data Analysis
• Financial Feasibility
• Conceptual Planning
• Financial Management and Reporting
• Project Management
• Sales and Marketing
• Sales Management (Background)
• MS Excel and PowerPoint Presentation
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and problem solving skills

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