Senior Commercial Development Project Manager - Stellenbosch

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentives

Health insurance

Retirement fund

Professional development

Landmark projects

Annual leave

Dynamic environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Project Manager for premium commercial developments in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. You will lead the full development lifecycle from site acquisition through to handover, ensuring on-time delivery, budget adherence and top quality with sustainability in mind.

The role requires a strong grasp of property development processes, stakeholder engagement and regulatory navigation. Office-based with significant on-site presence in Stellenbosch and region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Property Development, Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of project management experience in commercial property development.
• Experience in the Western Cape, especially Stellenbosch, is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of development principles, market trends and financial modelling.
• Proficiency in project management software (MS Project, Procore) and financial analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage full lifecycle of commercial property development projects from inception to handover.
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules and resource plans.
• Oversee selection and management of architects, engineers, contractors and consultants.
• Ensure compliance with zoning laws, building codes and environmental regulations.
• Coordinate with internal teams (acquisitions, leasing, finance) and external stakeholders.
• Conduct site visits and progress meetings to ensure quality and adherence to specs.
• Manage contract negotiations and administration for project agreements.
• Identify and mitigate project risks with effective solutions.
• Prepare status, financial performance and milestone reports for senior management.
• Contribute to strategic planning and site selection for future opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Reading drawings

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

MS Project

Procore

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Project Manager for premium commercial developments in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. You will lead the full development lifecycle from site acquisition through to handover, ensuring on-time delivery, budget adherence and top quality with sustainability in mind.

The role requires a strong grasp of property development processes, stakeholder engagement and regulatory navigation. Office-based with significant on-site presence in Stellenbosch and region.