Senior Residential Development Project Manager

Exceed HR and Recruitment; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Exceed HR and Recruitment in Stellenbosch is seeking a Construction Project Manager to lead residential development projects from land acquisition through to completion. You will coordinate architects, engineers, contractors and other professionals, develop budgets, monitor progress and ensure regulatory compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

This role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or Property Development and 3–5 years’

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or Property Development.
• Postgraduate qualification in Property Development, Construction Management or Real Estate advantageous.
• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in residential property development and project management.
• Proven experience managing multi-unit residential developments from acquisition to completion.
• Experience with land acquisitions, due diligence and feasibility assessments.
• Strong quantity surveying, cost planning and budget management skills.
• Experience with tender processes, procurement and contract administration.
• Knowledge of South African planning, development and construction regulations.
• Strong financial modelling skills, including ROI, IRR and profitability assessments.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams, contractors and multiple projects.
• Excellent project management, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong commercial awareness, negotiation and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to manage project risks, deadlines and budgets effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee project plans, budgets, timelines and risk assessments.
• Coordinate architects, engineers, quantity surveyors, contractors and other professionals.
• Monitor construction progress, project milestones and contractor performance.
• Prepare development budgets, cost estimates and cash flow forecasts.
• Manage procurement, tender evaluations and contractor appointments.
• Oversee construction contracts, payment certifications and variation orders.
• Identify potential land acquisition opportunities and coordinate due diligence investigations.
• Prepare financial feasibility assessments and evaluate project profitability.
• Liaise with local authorities, consultants and stakeholders regarding development approvals.
• Ensure compliance with construction regulations, quality standards and health and safety requirements.
• Prepare financial reports, monitor project risks and oversee project handovers.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Tender procurement

Financial modelling

Land acquisition

Risk assessment

Team leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Cost planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction/Engineering

Postgraduate qualification in Property Development/Construction Management/Real Estate

Job description

Exceed HR and Recruitment in Stellenbosch is seeking a Construction Project Manager to lead residential development projects from land acquisition through to completion. You will coordinate architects, engineers, contractors and other professionals, develop budgets, monitor progress and ensure regulatory compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

This role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or Property Development and 3–5 years’