Job Description
We are seeking a visionary and results-driven leader to head our Residential Developments division, driving growth, innovation, and excellence across residential projects.
About the Role:
The Head of Residential Developments will lead and grow the residential development portfolio, overseeing both resale developments and properties held in the rental portfolio. The role requires strategic and operational leadership to ensure financial performance, project execution, and market growth.
Key Responsibilities:
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Strategic & Financial Oversight: Manage financial performance, funding, tax planning, and business opportunities.
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Project Management: Lead development projects through the full lifecycle, including feasibility studies, due diligence, planning approvals, service provider selection, cost control, and timeline adherence.
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Funding & Financial Relationships: Collaborate with the financial team to secure funding, build strong relationships with financial institutions, and maintain accurate weekly cashflow forecasts.
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Marketing & Sales: Develop and monitor marketing strategies to optimise sales volume and pace across projects.
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Human Resources & Legal Compliance: Ensure the division is appropriately resourced, oversee HR matters, and maintain compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
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Reporting: Provide regular updates to the Board on financial performance, project status, and strategic opportunities.
Day-to-Day Functions:
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Identify and assess new development opportunities.
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Assemble and manage professional teams for each project.
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Monitor construction progress, quality, and costs.
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Ensure projects meet contractual and regulatory timelines.
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Work closely with marketing and sales teams to achieve project targets.
Requirements:
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Proven experience in residential property development, including project and financial management.
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Strong knowledge of the property market, legislation, and approvals processes.
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Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management skills.
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Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
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About Property Administrator Jobs in Western Cape
In the Western Cape, South Africa, the property administration industry is a significant sector, with various roles available across different industries. The demand for skilled property administrators continues to grow as the need for efficient and effective property management increases.
Typically, property administrator positions in the Western Cape offer competitive salaries that can range from around R400 000 to R600 000 per annum, depending on factors such as level of experience, size of the company, and industry sector. For example, a junior property administrator with minimal experience may earn on the lower end of this scale, while a senior property administrator with extensive experience and expertise may earn towards the higher end.
Common skills required for property administration roles in South Africa include excellent communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, strong organisational and time management skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office and other software applications commonly used in the industry, such as property management systems. Additionally, knowledge of property law, tax legislation, and commercial property principles is often essential.
Property administrators can be found working across various industries, including financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and more. The demand for property administration professionals is widespread due to the need for effective property management in these sectors.
Career development opportunities are available in this field, with many property administrators progressing to senior roles or pursuing careers in related fields such as property law, real estate sales, or property development. With experience and further education, property administrators can also consider opportunities in specialist roles, such as facilities management or asset management.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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