Residential Development Manager, Cape Town

Residential Development Manager

Main Purpose of the Role

The Residential Development Manager is responsible for identifying, evaluating, planning, and executing residential development projects from inception to completion. The role oversees all phases of the development lifecycle, including:

• Land acquisition
• Financial structuring
• Design coordination
• Construction management
• Project handover

The role ensures projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards. The ideal candidate should have strong leadership, financial acumen, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Minimum Education & Qualifications

• Matric / Grade 12
• Bachelor's degree in Property Development, Construction Management, Real Estate, or a related field.

Experience

• 7–10 years' experience in Residential Property Development, with at least 3 years in a senior project/development role.
• Proven success in delivering full lifecycle residential developments.
• Strong working knowledge of development regulations, planning laws, and construction practices.
• Proven ability to manage professional teams, contractors, and multiple projects.

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong financial acumen and budget management.
• Good understanding of the full property development lifecycle.
• Conflict resolution and stakeholder negotiation.
• Strong leadership skills and team management experience.
• Excellent communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Computer literacy – Excel (Intermediate), Word, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with project software (MS Project, AutoCAD, project management platforms).

Behavioural Competencies

• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• Proactive and forward-thinking mindset.
• Ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• High level of integrity.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to take initiative and work independently.
• Team-oriented approach.

Other

• Driver's License Code B

Key Performance Areas

1. Project Identification & Feasibility
2. Planning Approvals
3. Budget & Cost Management
4. Construction Oversight
5. Contractor Management
6. Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting
7. Handover and Close-out