Real Estate Development Manager – Hybrid (Pretoria)

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Company vehicle & fuel allowance

Medical and retirement benefits

Growth opportunities

Challenging projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Real Estate Development Manager in Pretoria to lead the full development lifecycle from feasibility to delivery. The role demands strategic thinking, strong leadership, and collaboration with internal teams, consultants, and regulators to deliver premier residential and commercial properties.

The ideal candidate will manage timelines and budgets, identify opportunities, and drive marketing and sales plans, while navigating zoning and entitlements in Gauteng for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Real Estate, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• Master’s degree is advantageous.
• 6–8 years of progressive real estate development or project management experience.
• Proven track record delivering complex development projects and managing land acquisition, zoning, and construction.
• Strong financial acumen: budgeting, forecasting, investment analysis.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Hybrid work with on-site presence in Pretoria.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and secure new real estate development opportunities aligned with strategic goals.
• Conduct feasibility studies, market analysis, and financial modeling for potential projects.
• Manage the development process from acquisition to construction completion.
• Oversee budgets, targets, and risk management across projects.
• Coordinate external consultants, architects, engineers, and contractors.
• Liaise with authorities to obtain approvals and permits.
• Develop and implement marketing and sales strategies in collaboration with teams.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to high quality.
• Manage relationships with investors, lenders, and community groups.
• Stay informed about market trends, zoning, and construction best practices.

Skills

Real estate development

Project management

Leadership

Budgeting

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning or related

Master's degree advantageous

Tools

Project management software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Real Estate Development Manager in Pretoria to lead the full development lifecycle from feasibility to delivery. The role demands strategic thinking, strong leadership, and collaboration with internal teams, consultants, and regulators to deliver premier residential and commercial properties.

The ideal candidate will manage timelines and budgets, identify opportunities, and drive marketing and sales plans, while navigating zoning and entitlements in Gauteng for