Pietermaritzburg Commercial Property Development Lead

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses based on performance

Medical and retirement benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Travel and business expenses allowance

Professional development and training

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Commercial Property Development Manager to lead end-to-end development projects in Pietermaritzburg and KwaZulu-Natal. You will drive feasibility studies, financial analysis, site acquisition, zoning, design, and construction management, coordinating with architects, engineers, and legal teams to deliver on time and within budget.

The role demands a strong market understanding, advanced financial modeling, and excellent negotiation skills to secure tenants and optimize

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field.
• Strong experience in commercial property development and project delivery.
• Excellent financial modeling and budgeting skills.
• Proven leadership and stakeholder management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and secure new commercial property development opportunities in Pietermaritzburg and surrounding areas.
• Conduct comprehensive feasibility studies, market research, and financial analysis for potential projects.
• Oversee the development process, including site acquisition, zoning, permitting, design, and construction management.
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and resource allocation to ensure profitable outcomes.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, legal counsel, and consultants throughout the lifecycle.
• Negotiate and manage contracts with suppliers, contractors, and service providers.
• Develop leasing strategies to secure tenants and maximize rental income.
• Ensure compliance with local building codes, regulations, and environmental standards.
• Monitor construction progress, quality, and specifications adherence.
• Prepare progress reports and financial updates for senior management and stakeholders.
• Contribute to strategic planning and long-term property portfolio vision.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Market research

Project management

Negotiation

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Property Development, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Finance

Master's degree (advantageous)

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Commercial Property Development Manager to lead end-to-end development projects in Pietermaritzburg and KwaZulu-Natal. You will drive feasibility studies, financial analysis, site acquisition, zoning, design, and construction management, coordinating with architects, engineers, and legal teams to deliver on time and within budget.

The role demands a strong market understanding, advanced financial modeling, and excellent negotiation skills to secure tenants and optimize