Durban Senior Commercial Property Development Lead

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle and fuel allowance

Performance bonuses

Career growth opportunities

Medical aid and retirement benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Commercial Property Development Manager to drive major projects in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. You will lead site selection, due diligence, design, budgeting, and financing, ensuring successful handover and leasing targets.

The role requires 6–8 years in commercial development, strong finance acumen, and excellent stakeholder engagement within KwaZulu-Natal. A dynamic leader with strategic vision is essential.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in Property Development, Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• 6–8 years of progressive experience in commercial property development.
• Proven track record delivering complex development projects from inception to completion.
• Strong knowledge of development finance, construction methods, and SA building codes/regulations.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in site acquisition, land assembly, and planning approvals in KwaZulu-Natal.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate sites for commercial development with feasibility studies and market analyses.
• Manage acquisition process including due diligence and purchase agreements.
• Oversee design and planning with architects, engineers and urban planners.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, ensuring viability and cost control.
• Appoint and manage contractors, consultants, and service providers to meet timelines.
• Obtain permits, approvals, and zoning from local authorities in Durban.
• Oversee construction phase, monitor progress and safety compliance.
• Coordinate leasing and marketing to achieve pre-development leasing targets.
• Coordinate project financing with banks and investors.
• Ensure handover and post-completion support, addressing defects.

Skills

Project management

Negotiation

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Financial modeling

Education

Property Development / Construction Management / Engineering / Architecture degree

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Financial modeling

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Commercial Property Development Manager to drive major projects in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. You will lead site selection, due diligence, design, budgeting, and financing, ensuring successful handover and leasing targets.

The role requires 6–8 years in commercial development, strong finance acumen, and excellent stakeholder engagement within KwaZulu-Natal. A dynamic leader with strategic vision is essential.