Commercial Property Developer - Mixed-Use Projects

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level compensation package

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with company 4

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Commercial Property Developer in Vereeniging to lead mixed-use development projects from concept to completion, ensuring profitability and alignment with market demands. You will work with finance, design, construction and sales teams to bring ambitious projects to fruition.

You will collaborate with stakeholders, oversee feasibility studies and due diligence, secure project financing, and manage land acquisition, zoning, permits, design and construction to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Urban Planning, or related field; Master's preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in commercial property development.
• Strong understanding of real estate finance, market analysis, and development economics.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experience managing complex projects and diverse stakeholder groups in Gauteng.
• Demonstrated ability to navigate zoning laws and municipal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and secure new commercial and mixed-use development opportunities in target markets.
• Lead feasibility studies, financial modeling, and due diligence for potential projects.
• Manage all aspects of the development process, including land acquisition, zoning, permitting, design, and construction oversight.
• Secure project financing and manage investor relations.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with architects, engineers, contractors, and other consultants.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Strategic thinking

Project management

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Urban Planning, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and results-oriented Commercial Property Developer to spearhead mixed-use development projects in Vereeniging . This role involves identifying new development opportunities, managing the entire project lifecycle from conception through to completion, and ensuring profitability and alignment with market demands. You will work closely with finance, design, construction, and sales teams to bring ambitious projects to fruition. This is a key leadership position within the rapidly growing Gauteng property market, offering the chance to make a substantial impact on urban development.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and secure new commercial and mixed-use development opportunities in target markets.
• Lead feasibility studies, financial modeling, and due diligence for potential projects.
• Manage all aspects of the development process, including land acquisition, zoning, permitting, design, and construction oversight.
• Secure project financing and manage investor relations.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with architects, engineers, contractors, and other consultants.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Urban Planning, or a related field; Master's degree preferred. Minimum of 10 years of experience in commercial property development, with a proven track record in mixed-use projects. Strong understanding of real estate finance, market analysis, and development economics. Excellent negotiation, communication, and leadership skills. Experience managing complex projects and diverse stakeholder groups in Gauteng. Demonstrated ability to navigate zoning laws and municipal regulations.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package including base salary, bonus, and profit sharing.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Significant opportunities for career growth and influence in property development.
• Lead high-impact projects in the vibrant Vereeniging and surrounding areas.