Development Manager

Afrizan Personnel; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment entity in Pretoria is seeking experienced Development Managers to lead large-scale property developments from inception to completion. Candidates should have an Honours degree in Property Studies or equivalent, along with 5-7 years of experience within the built environment. This role offers the chance to influence impactful developments while ensuring compliance with regulations and quality standards. Opportunity to work in a high-performance environment awaits qualified individuals.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years’ experience within the built environment.
• FAIS RE05 Certificate or willingness to obtain it within six months.
• Ability to conduct feasibility studies including financial calculations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full development lifecycle from concept to completion.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and industry networks.
• Manage developments within agreed budgets and quality standards.

Skills

Financial modelling

Cost management

Stakeholder management

Conflict management

Leadership

Presentation abilities

Education

Honours degree in Property Studies or equivalent (NQF level 8)

Master’s degree in relevant field (advantageous)

Job description

Job Description

Are you a driven property professional ready to lead large-scale developments from inception to completion?

A leading investment entity is seeking four experienced Development Managers to oversee a diverse portfolio of developments and deliver projects that exceed industry standards. This role offers the opportunity to work within a high-performance environment while shaping impactful developments across the country.

Acting on behalf of our client, we are looking for dynamic individuals who bring technical strength, strong stakeholder capability and a passion for delivering quality developments within time, cost, and regulatory parameters.

Key Duties

• Oversee the full development lifecycle, ensuring successful project delivery from concept to completion
• Support internal sectors to enhance portfolio value through superior development management
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and industry networks to maximise development opportunities
• Manage developments within agreed programme schedules, budgets, building regulations, and quality standards
• Analyse and evaluate new development opportunities to maximise portfolio returns
• Conduct assessments of existing assets and identify refurbishment and redevelopment opportunities
• Apply value engineering principles to development concepts to ensure long-term sustainability
• Implement best practices for appointing professional teams and contractors while staying informed of industry trends
• Lead and mentor development professional teams, setting clear performance parameters
• Monitor compliance with statutory requirements, building regulations and procurement guidelines
• Implement "Green" and sustainability principles throughout the development process

Requirements

• Honours degree or equivalent in Property Studies, Quantity Surveying or Project Management (NQF level 8)
• 5–7 years’ experience within the built environment
• FAIS RE05 Certificate, or willingness to obtain it within six months of employment
• Strong financial modelling and cost-management knowledge
• Technical expertise in asset management
• Master’s degree in Property Studies, Quantity Surveying, Development Management or Project Management is advantageous
• Ability to conduct feasibility studies, including advanced financial calculations
• Proven leadership, initiative, stakeholder management and conflict-management capabilities
• Strong presentation abilities, attention to detail and performance orientation
• Excellent time-management and deadline-driven work style

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