Senior Development Manager Bryanston

Calgro M3 Developments; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property development firm in South Africa is seeking a Senior Development Manager to oversee the growth and development of projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in residential property development, strong project management skills, and the ability to lead a diverse team. Responsibilities include managing budgets, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining effective working relationships. This position offers a dynamic environment where you can make a significant impact on project success.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing developments.
• Previous experience in Residential property development is required.
• Ability to coordinate, monitor, and assess projects with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage the growth and development of projects.
• Ensure timely township applications.
• Oversee quality and brand control.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Honors or Master’s Degree in property development

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Senior Development Manager

As the Senior Development Manager, you will manage the growth and development of projects allocated to you and your support team.

You will identify optimal new land parcels for development, obtain all required rights and services for the site, and manage the process to obtain necessary approvals from local authorities within the required timeframe to ensure construction can start and be completed on time, within the financial year cycle.

The Senior Development Manager must identify potential development risks, project requirements, and respective role players to ensure the execution of profitable projects developed on time and to a high-quality standard.

You will be responsible for managing a range of contractors to ensure the construction of bulk services and on-site services for top structures are completed within budget and on time to meet client standards. You must possess the ability to manage multiple deadlines across various projects and adjust project priorities within a dynamic environment while striving to achieve the required project deliverables.

This position requires you to lead a diverse team, including internal and external professional consultants, contractors, and stakeholders to meet project objectives within the scheduled time and budget.

Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills are essential. The Senior Development Manager will rely on the support of an internal team, including a Junior Development Manager, Contract Manager, and Site Agent per mega-project.

Duties & Responsibilities

Development specific skills required: project manage and oversee the execution of design and construction of allocated projects in close collaboration with the required consultant and contractor teams.

• Implement processes for the property life cycle from concept to product handover.
• Manage and lead the process of concept development of the final approved product.
• Identify and appoint the necessary professionals for the project.
• Ensure timely township applications are completed with the professional team's assistance.
• Manage the project program to ensure all professional role players are clear on their individual objectives.
• Oversee quality and brand control from concept design to final product handover.
• Overall management of budgets for current, ongoing, and future projects, including payments and cash flow.
• Regular reporting on project progress to the direct reporting line.
• Ensure projects are rolled out as per National Building Regulations, Health & Safety Act, and Approved Environmental Management Plan.

Legal & Documentation Responsibilities

• Manage due-diligence processes for all development projects.
• Responsible for main Civil Contractor and Top Structure Contractor appointments.
• Set up new project Development Agreements with the internal legal team.
• Review all contract changes and coordinate the change control process.

Financial Responsibilities

• Manage initial desktop feasibility studies for new projects.
• Monitor expenses against the budget to maximize savings.

Working Relationships

• Work closely with the Head of Developments to implement project-specific strategies.
• Coordinate with the Junior Development Manager, Contract Manager, and Site Agent for effective project support.

Competencies and Character

• Proactively manage your team and assist with effective solutions.
• Coach, mentor, and motivate your internal team.
• Build and grow business relationships vital to project success.
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.

Desired Experience & QualificationGrade

• Years of experience in managing developments.
• Honors or Master’s Degree in property development (e.g., Town Planning).
• Previous experience in Residential property development required.
• Technically competent in all aspects of MS Office.
• Knowledge: Ability to coordinate, monitor, and assess with attention to detail.
• Familiar with Town Planning, Construction, Building Regulations, and Laws.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data/reports.
• Ability to anticipate and resolve issues impacting timely completion.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight timelines.
• Problem‑solving, innovation, and continuous improvement mindset.
• Results‑driven with the ability to follow through with tasks/projects.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to manage conflict effectively.