Real Estate Sr. Project Manager (Remote South Africa)

HireHawk; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a detail-oriented Real Estate Project Manager to oversee development projects. This role involves managing timelines, stakeholder communication, and ensuring projects are executed on-budget. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in real estate development and strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in real estate development or project management.
• Strong knowledge of the California real estate market.

Responsibilities

• Manage timelines, deliverables, and communication for development projects.
• Assist in identifying and evaluating land acquisition opportunities.
• Draft regular project updates and status reports.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Project Management

Tools

Excel

Job description

Location : Remote

Employment Type : Full-Time

About the Role :

We are seeking a sharp, detail-oriented Real Estate Project Manager to lead and coordinate various aspects of our development projects in the California area. This role requires hands-on experience in real estate development, the ability to manage complex timelines and stakeholders, and a proactive mindset for driving progress across multiple active sites.

You’ll work directly with executives and external partners to ensure projects are well-planned, on-budget, and executed with excellence—from land acquisition through construction and closeout.

Key Responsibilities :

• Project Oversight : Manage timelines, deliverables, and communication across all stages of real estate development projects.
• Land Search Coordination : Assist in identifying and evaluating new land acquisition opportunities, including site analysis and local zoning review.
• Bid Review Management : Review and compare multiple bids across multiple active projects.
• Stakeholder Management : Serve as a key liaison between internal teams and third-party professionals, including architects, contractors, consultants, and municipal authorities.
• Contractor Oversight : Review contractor bids, negotiate scopes of work, and coordinate scheduling for active construction sites.
• On-Site Supervision : Conduct site visits to monitor progress, resolve issues, and ensure that work meets quality and regulatory standards.
• Document Management : Review and interpret complex documents (plans, permits, bids, title reports) and ensure compliance across the board.
• Reporting & Communication : Draft regular project updates, status reports, and proposals for internal and external stakeholders.
• Budget Tracking : Maintain and update project budgets using advanced Excel, analyzing costs and flagging potential overruns or risks.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in real estate development, construction management, or related project management roles.
• Strong knowledge of the California real estate market and permitting processes.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines with precision and accountability.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills—able to write professional proposals and speak confidently with high-level stakeholders.
• Experience working with contractors, architects, and city planning departments.
• Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to build detailed pro formats, perform underwriting, and manage project budgets and financial models for development analysis and reporting.
• Self-starter with a problem-solving mindset and a “no task too small” attitude.

Nice to Have :

• Experience with high-end residential or luxury development projects.
• Familiarity with construction management software or development tracking tools.
• Background in architecture, urban planning, or engineering.

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