Project Development Manager

JOB SUMMARY

The Project Development Manager is responsible for overseeing project profitability and managing the full cycle of the project development process including feasibility studies project design & planning project launch & implementation turnover to clients and set-up of property management operations. The PDM champions project success by leading and working with his / her partners from Design & Construction Finance Sales Marketing Permits & Property Management to ensure the timely accomplishment of milestones.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project Planning and Strategy:

• Develop and implement project plans including timelines budgets and resource allocation.
• Conduct feasibility studies and market analysis to identify potential real estate development opportunities.
• Define project scope goals and deliverables.

Site Selection and Acquisition:

• Identify and evaluate potential project sites.
• Negotiate land acquisition deals and coordinate due diligence processes.
• Work with legal and financial teams to finalize land purchases.

Design and Development:

• Collaborate with architects and design teams to create project concepts.
• Oversee the development of detailed project plans and specifications.
• Monitor construction progress to ensure alignment with design and quality standards.

Sales and Marketing:

• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing teams to develop go-to-market strategies for new projects.
• Provide market insights and consumer trend analysis to guide pricing product positioning and promotional campaigns.
• Support the development of sales materials project brochures and marketing collaterals.
• Align project milestones with sales launch timelines to ensure market readiness.
• Monitor sales performance absorption rates and buyer feedback to inform project adjustments.
• Represent the company in project presentations client meetings and industry events to promote developments.

Financial Management:

• Oversee budgeting and financial forecasting for real estate projects.
• Monitor project costs and ensure adherence to budgetary constraints.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising project quality.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Stay informed about local zoning laws building codes and other regulations.
• Ensure that all projects comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Obtain necessary permits and approvals for development projects.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Communicate project progress challenges and milestones to internal and external stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships with investors government officials clients and other relevant parties.

Risk Management:

• Identify potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Implement effective risk management practices throughout the project lifecycle.

Team Leadership:

• Lead and manage a multidisciplinary team including architects engineers contractors and other professionals.
• Foster a collaborative and productive working environment.
• Provide direction and guidance to team members throughout the project lifecycle.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of a Bachelors degree in Business Marketing Marketing Management Economics Civil Engineering and other related courses preferably with an MBA
• Demonstrates strong & decisive leadership skills
• Must be highly entrepreneurial with a strong sense of ownership
• Must be highly analytical strategic organized results-driven resourceful and innovative
• Must be both task-oriented and relations-oriented
• With experience supervising staff
• With 5-8 years of experience in the real estate industry
• With experience in conceptualizing projects for development conducting feasibility studies & market research and designing and implementing sales & marketing strategies
• Ability to travel frequently within the assigned area as required

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

• Market and Competitive Analysis
• Financial Data Analysis
• Financial Feasibility
• Conceptual Planning
• Financial Management and Reporting
• Project Management
• Sales and Marketing
• Sales Management
• MS Excel and PowerPoint Presentation
• Exceptional communication negotiation and problem solving skills

Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1