Senior Real Estate Development Lead | Equity Eligible

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 1,400,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive benefits

Performance bonuses

Equity participation or profit sharing

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Real Estate Development Manager to lead the acquisition, planning and execution of large-scale mixed-use developments in Sandton, Gauteng. The role requires strategic leadership, deep urban planning insight and strong financial structuring capabilities.

You will manage the development lifecycle, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, oversee design and construction, and drive market-driven results while navigating regulatory environments.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• 8–10 years in real estate development with large-scale projects.
• Proven site acquisition, financial structuring, and project execution in high-value markets.
• Strong knowledge of Gauteng planning policies and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure land acquisitions in Sandton and growth areas.
• Lead development lifecycle from concept to financing and approvals.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams (architects, engineers, planners, legal, contractors).
• Oversee design development aligned with market demands and financial goals.
• Manage construction phases ensuring timelines, budgets, quality, safety.
• Perform financial analyses including market feasibility and pro forma.
• Build relationships with investors, banks, and government bodies.
• Navigate zoning laws and environmental regulations in Gauteng.
• Develop strategic partnerships and joint ventures.
• Present proposals to leadership and investment committees.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Urban planning knowledge

Construction management

Financial structuring

Market analysis

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Team leadership

Education

Master’s degree in Property Development or related field

Tools

Development management software

Financial modeling tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Real Estate Development Manager to lead the acquisition, planning and execution of large-scale mixed-use developments in Sandton, Gauteng. The role requires strategic leadership, deep urban planning insight and strong financial structuring capabilities.

You will manage the development lifecycle, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, oversee design and construction, and drive market-driven results while navigating regulatory environments.