Benefits: Medical Aid Laptop and cell allowances, kms reimbursed HEAD OF DEVELOPMENT NEEDED FOR PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT COMPANY BASED IN CAPE TOWNSpecialising in Property Development and Urban LivingThe Head of Development contributes to the company’s success by providing strategic planning, project management, and financial oversight in new and existing build development projects, while maintaining the highest standards of excellence in terms of quality. The role is responsible for the implementation of property projects, including project execution, financial and risk management, partnering, contract development and administration and supervision of the construction projects to completion. Responsibilities commence in the development lifecycle at project scoping, launch, through to construction and the ultimate handover to the clients. The Head of Development is also in charge of all external contracts with project professionals and service providers for developments that are under construction. Each development will have its own challenges, as Head of Development, you will need to deploy strong leadership and problem-solving skills in order to lead the process so that time frames and budgets are met, and outcomes are consistent.Duties:Project Oversight: · Tender approval and budget management · Ongoing contribution to managing the cost of design, including the analysis of the design and specifications · Monthly project reporting on project budget including the preparation of variation control management · Ongoing budget performance and management in line with overall profit margin as well as value engineering · Communicate and manage all issues and risks affecting the projects · Cash Flow forecasting and submitting any costs (outside the scope of key contract) for bi-monthly cash flow · Ensure that the projects are effectively handed over by Company to the end user/clientProfessional Management: · Appointment of professional team and contract process oversight · Lead and manage a large team of professional consultants to ensure effective project delivery · Monitor Main Contractor and subcontractor performance during construction phase · Push team to deliver innovative solutions during problem solving in project lifecycle · Manage the team and growth in the Development and Project Team · Upskill, mentor, and develop the talent of the Development and Project Team · Lead and nurture the team to achieve overall businesses objectives · Reporting development and review for Leadership, Shareholders and Board Meetings · Oversee scheduling of projects in line with company goals and objectives · Developing systems and SOP’s for the company · Divisional overheads and budget management · Managing the division in terms of revenue and profit targets · Strategic oversight of all functions within the Development and Project Team as well as the organisation at large. · Weekly and Monthly reporting review and exec summary for Leadership · Contribute toward any HR and Company Culture initiatives on a Leadership LevelQualifications, Qualities and Experience: · Minimum of 8+ years in Development Planning and Project Management, with 4+ years of Team Management · Direct Communicator with good written and spoken communication skills · Excellent problem-solving capabilities · Ability to manage multiple projects at one time, balance priorities and deadlines · Strong reporting skills and strong attention to detail · Great leadership qualities and the ability to motivate and direct people through positive leadership · Understanding business and management principles in strategic planning, resource allocation and project management · Knowledge of local and state level laws and regulations regarding real estate development a plus · Demonstrated ability to achieve results and drive to succeed 1 person has applied for this job. 85 people have viewed this job.#J-18808-Ljbffr