Irene: DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

QUALIFICATIONS Grade 12 Diploma/Degree in Architectural, Building Science or Project Management EXPERIENCE Minimum of 5-8 years experience working in a retail environment. Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously. Strong understanding of retail leasing, municipal approvals, and store build processes. SKILLS REQUIRED Good communication skills Financial understanding of feasibility/viability studies and project costings MS Projects Dependable, self-starter, proactive, high energy levels and analytical skills Ability to motivate a team of people and create relationships Ability to read and understand shopping center plans Council approval process knowledge and experience Willingness to travel and work long hours when required (store visits/launches) KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS (KPIS) JOB ACTIVITIES New Business Identify, negotiate and secure new and existing commercial/retail development opportunities for ESKORT Corporate and Franchisee store as per our expansion program. Build relationships with Property Developers/Agents and municipal regulatury bodies to ensure and maintain a constant development pipeline. Control all lease negotiations with Developers and Landlords Co-ordinate developer providing a retail unit as per our specification for “White Box” as per our ESKORT specification Development Control and manage the preferred suppliers list Control and manage development budget and project specific budget Control and manage the image of all ESKORT stores Report to management on progress of all new stores and revamps Project Management Main contractor and sub-contractor appointments Proficiency on MS Office Suite. Initiate fit-out and manage fit-out process Control project costs and timelines and coordinate H&S onsite Obtain all required council and legal approvals/certifications to allow for legal trading Property Management & Lease Administration Arrange general maintenance of existing stores. Evaluate where cost savings can be made to drive down new store costs Negotiate new leases, renewal terms, rental escalations, and lease conditions Manage all lease‑related documentation in coordination with legal advisors Maintain a lease expiry calendar and proactively secure renewals Oversee property‑related compliance, including: OSH requirements Zoning and permitted-use confirmation Building compliance certificates for all stores Silverton FoodHub Management (Company-Owned Centre) Managing tenant relationships and lease agreements Ensuring upkeep, maintenance, and compliance of the center Overseeing facilities and infrastructure repairs or upgrades Ensuring optimal tenant mix and commercial performance Coordinating with security, cleaning, and maintenance service providers Maintenance of Existing Stores Coordinate general maintenance and repairs for the Target Meats store network Track and manage maintenance budgets Implement preventative maintenance strategies