Senior Remote Real Estate Developer

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Equity potential

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Remote Real Estate Developer to lead groundbreaking projects from anywhere in South Africa. The role encompasses site acquisition, financial structuring, design oversight, construction management, and asset management within a remote-first framework.

You will identify opportunities, coordinate cross-functional teams, secure funding, and build investor relations to deliver high-impact developments with strong returns.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of real estate development experience.
• Strong financial acumen in deal structuring and capital markets.
• Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams on large-scale projects.
• Excellent negotiation and strategic planning skills.
• Experience working in remote or distributed teams.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure strategic land parcels and development opportunities across markets.
• Lead financial structuring and capital raising for new development projects.
• Oversee architectural design and planning to align with project goals and market demands.
• Manage construction phase including contractor selection and supervision.
• Develop asset management strategies to maximize property value.
• Build and maintain relationships with investors, lenders, and community stakeholders.

Skills

Real estate development

Financial structuring

Project leadership

Negotiation

Remote collaboration

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Senior Remote Real Estate Developer to lead groundbreaking projects from anywhere in South Africa. This executive role involves identifying strategic development opportunities, managing large-scale projects, and driving profitable growth in the real estate sector. You will be responsible for the end-to-end development process, including site acquisition, financial structuring, design, construction oversight, and asset management, all within a remote-first operational framework. This is a premier opportunity for a seasoned professional to shape significant real estate ventures.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and secure strategic land parcels and development opportunities across various markets.
• Lead the financial structuring and capital raising efforts for new development projects.
• Oversee the architectural design and planning process, ensuring alignment with project goals and market demands.
• Manage and coordinate all aspects of the construction phase, including contractor selection and supervision.
• Develop and implement asset management strategies to maximize property value and returns post-completion.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with investors, lenders, and community stakeholders.

Requirements

• Extensive experience (10+ years) in real estate development , with a proven track record of managing complex projects.
• Strong financial acumen, including expertise in deal structuring, P&L management, and capital markets.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple high-stakes projects simultaneously.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and strategic planning skills.
• Experience operating effectively in a remote or distributed team environment.
• A deep understanding of real estate market dynamics, urban planning, and construction processes.

Benefits

• Highly competitive executive compensation package, including significant bonuses and equity potential.
• Full remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from any location in South Africa.
• Opportunity to lead high-impact, large-scale real estate development projects.
• Comprehensive benefits including top-tier medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• A culture that fosters innovation, autonomy, and professional excellence.