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SUMMARY:

Are you a seasoned

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES /Phind

Date posted:

Thursday, June 19, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:

Are you a seasoned property development professional with strong technical, legal, and project management expertise in building sciences ? We are looking for a Senior Property Development Manager to drive complex development projects from site acquisition to project completion across South Africa and other African territories.

POSITION INFO:

ð Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end development of large-scale property projects, from land acquisition and feasibility to construction oversight and project close-out
• Manage internal and external stakeholders, ensuring that timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met
• Oversee town planning processes, service integration, risk assessments, and legal compliance
• Compile and manage development plans, CAPEX motivations, and reporting to senior stakeholders
• Prepare and negotiate contracts, manage construction teams, and monitor site execution
• Participate in long-term master planning aligned with group growth strategies
  
  

• Minimum:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related building sciences subject
• 10+ years' experience in property development, with exposure from conception to close-out
• 2–3 years in design or project management preferred
• Valid driver’s license
• Willingness to travel extensively
• Ideal:
• Post-graduate or Master’s in Building Sciences or Business Administration
• Professional registration with a relevant industry body
• Solid understanding of JBCC/FIDIC contracts, SA building regulations (SANS 10400), and land use planning
  

• Strong budgeting and risk assessment abilities
• High-level planning, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement
• Contractual negotiation and legal knowledge in property development
• Ability to lead high-stakes projects under pressure
• Confident communicator with strong written and verbal reporting skills
  
  

• Tools & Systems:
• MS Project, Excel, Word, and AutoCAD
• Familiarity with contractual and compliance documentation processes
  
  

• A hands-on, results-driven mindset
• Integrity and professionalism
• Strong leadership with a collaborative, team-first approach
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, multi-project environment
  
  

• Seniority level Not Applicable

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Sales and Management
• Industries Advertising Services

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Position: Junior Property Development Analyst

Location: Head Office - Westville, Durban, South Africa.

Job Type: Full-Time

Company Overview

A leading supermarket and liquor store retailer in South Africa, boasting an estate of approximately 540 stores and liquor outlets, along with six distribution centres. Most of the estate is situated in leased premises, ensuring optimal operational efficiency and market reach.

Job Description

The incumbent will be responsible for overseeing the management of the lease salient details of the company's extensive portfolio of leased properties. Support Property Managers in renewal negotiations and be responsible for the management, optimisation, and strategic planning of the company owned properties ensuring that all assets are effectively utilized, maintained, and aligned with the company's financial and operational objectives. Play a vital role within the Development Team by evaluating potential development opportunities, conducting financial analysis, and providing insights to support sound decisions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Property Studies, Economics or a related field.
• A minimum of 3-4 years of experience in a similar role, with exposure to property development and financial analysis.
• Proven experience managing a large portfolio of leased properties.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, financial analysis, and reporting.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of South African property laws and regulations.

Skills and Competencies:

• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in organizing and interpreting complex data.
• Strong mathematical acumen and the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Excellent verbal, written, and visual communication skills, including report writing and presentation delivery.
• Experience managing and monitoring budgets.
• Strong time management and organizational skills with a systematic approach to workload.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain relationships.
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities:

• Portfolio Management:
• • Develop and implement strategies for the optimal utilization of all owned assets.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of the property portfolio, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Lease Management:
• • Provide support to Property Managers in negotiating lease renewal terms and conditions to secure favourable agreements.
• • Manage lease renewals, terminations, and extensions salient details.

• Ensure compliance with lease agreements and mitigate risks associated with lease obligations linked to lease salient details.

• Financial Management:

• • Develop and manage the asset management budget for Boxer owned properties.
• Analyse financial performance of the asset and leased store portfolio, identifying areas for cost savings and value enhancement.
• Prepare regular financial reports for senior management.

• Data and Financial Analysis/ Budgets and Forecasts

  • Gather and interpret data to identify trends, patterns, and
  • Create and assess financial models to evaluate the feasibility of projects. (Feasibility studies, including Return on Investment (ROI) analysis).
  • Conduct financial analysis on current store performance, potential acquisitions, new development and new opportunities.
  • Budgets - develop, monitor and forecast

• Strategic Planning:

• • Support business in the development of long-term strategies for asset acquisition, disposal, and enhancement.

• Conduct market analysis to identify opportunities for expansion.

• • Collaborate with senior management to align asset management strategies with overall business goals.

• Stakeholder Management:

• • Build and maintain strong relationships with landlords, property managers, and other stakeholders.
• Work closely with Executives, senior property, projects teams, and stakeholders to align on goals and strategies
• Act as the primary point of contact for Property Managers on all asset-related inquiries and renewal negotiations.
• Ensure effective communication and collaboration with internal departments (including finance, operations, and legal).

Requirements

• Proven experience (5+ years) in sales management and / or marketing management within the real estate or property development sector
• Real Estate or Marketing qualification advantageous
• Experience in managing a property sales team
• Working knowledge of property marketing campaigns & execution of sales rollout
• Working experience with relevant real estate software systems, CRM & Social Media ap
• Experience with regulatory compliance obligations for PPRA and FIC
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail
• Strong management skills and ability to manage multiple initiatives
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant industry software tools
• Results driven and self-motivated with excellent problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Experience managing budgets and drive profitability successfully
• High-energy, professionally conducted applicant

• Analyse data and derive insights to refine marketing strategies
• Innovation of new marketing strategies, keeping updated with marketing trends
• Finding solutions to change and target the correct messaging for various projects
• Manage team of Property Agents and Marketing personnel
• Accurate and relevant reporting of ongoing marketing and sales progress
• Conduct market research to understand competitive landscape
• Delivering on sales targets
• Tracking of sales progress from inception to transfer
• Driving lead generation and sales support
• Responsible for sales strategy and execution
• Drive marketing strategy across all relevant platforms
• Effective marketing campaign management and co-ordination
• Drive consistent brand positioning
• Organize and manage property viewings, open houses, and other client-facing events
• Effective stakeholder collaboration with internal departments (sales, design, project management) as well as external parties (media, service providers)

Salary: Market related basic salary plus override commission on sales

• Proven experience (5+ years) in sales management and/or marketing management within the real estate or property development sector
• Real Estate or Marketing qualification advantageous
• Experience in managing a property sales team
• Working knowledge of property marketing campaigns & execution of sales rollout
• Working experience with relevant real estate software systems, CRM & Social Media ap
• Experience with regulatory compliance obligations for PPRA and FIC
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail
• Strong management skills and ability to manage multiple initiatives
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant industry software tools
• Results driven and self-motivated with excellent problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Experience managing budgets and drive profitability successfully
• High-energy, professionally conducted applicant

• Analyse data and derive insights to refine marketing strategies
• Innovation of new marketing strategies, keeping updated with marketing trends
• Finding solutions to change and target the correct messaging for various projects
• Manage team of Property Agents and Marketing personnel
• Accurate and relevant reporting of ongoing marketing and sales progress
• Conduct market research to understand competitive landscape
• Delivering on sales targets
• Tracking of sales progress from inception to transfer
• Driving lead generation and sales support
• Responsible for sales strategy and execution
• Drive marketing strategy across all relevant platforms
• Effective marketing campaign management and co-ordination
• Drive consistent brand positioning
• Organize and manage property viewings, open houses, and other client-facing events Effective stakeholder collaboration with internal departments (sales, design, project management) as well as external parties (media, service providers)

• Proven experience (5+ years) in sales management and/or marketing management within the real estate or property development sector
• Real Estate or Marketing qualification advantageous
• Experience in managing a property sales team
• Working knowledge of property marketing campaigns & execution of sales rollout
• Working experience with relevant real estate software systems, CRM & Social Media ap
• Experience with regulatory compliance obligations for PPRA and FIC
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail
• Strong management skills and ability to manage multiple initiatives
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant industry software tools
• Results driven and self-motivated with excellent problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Experience managing budgets and drive profitability successfully
• High-energy, professionally conducted applicant

• Analyse data and derive insights to refine marketing strategies
• Innovation of new marketing strategies, keeping updated with marketing trends
• Finding solutions to change and target the correct messaging for various projects
• Manage team of Property Agents and Marketing personnel
• Accurate and relevant reporting of ongoing marketing and sales progress
• Conduct market research to understand competitive landscape
• Delivering on sales targets
• Tracking of sales progress from inception to transfer
• Driving lead generation and sales support
• Responsible for sales strategy and execution
• Drive marketing strategy across all relevant platforms
• Effective marketing campaign management and co-ordination
• Drive consistent brand positioning
• Organize and manage property viewings, open houses, and other client-facing events Effective stakeholder collaboration with internal departments (sales, design, project management) as well as external parties (media, service providers)

We are looking for a creative and driven Architect with Property Development & Acquisition Management expertise to join our team.

This is a unique opportunity to combine your architectural design talent with strategic oversight of the entire development process. You'll be responsible for bringing our projects to life, from initial concept to successful completion.

You will be responsible for the entire project lifecycle, ensuring every purchase or development is a commercial success.

With our primary offices being in Durban and other Somerset-West, Western cape, We welcome applicants from across the country to apply as we are not limited in our property expansion.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Feasibility and Acquisition: Lead site selection, conduct comprehensive market analysis, and perform financial modeling and risk assessment to determine project viability.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and manage all project budgets, schedules, and resources from start to finish.
• Stakeholder & Team Management: Coordinate and manage a diverse team of professionals, including investors, contractors, engineers, and legal counsel. You will be the primary point of contact for all project stakeholders.
• Approvals & Compliance: Oversee the entire planning and permitting process, ensuring all projects comply with local regulations and building codes.
• Financial Oversight: Secure project funding, manage financial reports, and oversee project profitability and returns.

Essential Qualifications & Skills

• A professional degree in the Business Property Development or Business field including but not limited to Architecture, Real Estate, or a related field.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in property or real estate development.
• A proven track record of successfully managing and delivering significant residential or commercial developments.
• Exceptional financial acumen, with a strong understanding of development appraisals, financial modeling, and investment strategies.
• Deep knowledge of the property market, planning processes, and legal aspects of real estate.
• Outstanding negotiation, leadership, and communication skills.

Why Join Us?

A privately-held entity looking to expand is property portfolio allowing for flexibility and support with a flat business and reporting structure directly dealing with the owner.

We offer the opportunity to take full ownership of exciting, high-value projects in a dynamic and supportive environment. You will be a key player in our company's growth, with a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and a chance to truly be ambitious.

To Apply:

Please send your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience in property development to

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From R45 000,00 per month

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Required)

Work Location: Remote