Industry: Real Estate/High-end Developer

Work Location: Alabang/onsite daily

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.

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.

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.

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.

Stakeholder Communication:

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

Risk Management:

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

Technical Competencies & Skills:

• 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

Education and Work Experience:

• Candidate must be at least Graduate of business courses, preferably with MBA
• With at least 5 years of experience in the real estate industry
• With experience in conceptualizing projects for development, conducting feasibility studies & market research, and designing sales & marketing strategies

Please refer to job description.