Real Estate Development Manager at a Real Estate Company - Domeo Resources International (DRI)

Domeo Resources International (DRI) - Our client, a Real Estate Company, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Real Estate Development Manager

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Type: Full-time, Mid–Senior Level
Reports to: Group Head of Operations / Executive Management

Role Summary

• The Real Estate Development Manager will be responsible for driving the company’s property development projects from concept to completion.
• The role requires deep expertise in building construction, land acquisition and documentation, regulatory approvals, and business development.
• The candidate must be well-versed in Nigerian land use laws, FCT development regulations, and property registration procedures.
• This position is both technical and business-oriented: ensuring developments are delivered on time, within budget, legally compliant, and profitable for the company.

Key Responsibilities
Real Estate Development & Construction Oversight:

• Manage end-to-end real estate projects (residential, commercial, and mixed-use).
• Oversee architectural designs, construction works, site inspections, and contractor supervision.
• Ensure quality control, safety standards, and timely project delivery.

Land Acquisition, Documentation & Compliance:

• Manage land acquisition processes, title verification, survey, and documentation.
• Liaise with land registry, cadastral offices, and FCDA for approvals and permits.
• Ensure compliance with Land Use Act, zoning laws, and environmental regulations.

Business Development & Profitability:

• Identify new real estate investment opportunities in Abuja and beyond.
• Prepare feasibility studies, ROI projections, and business cases for projects.
• Drive marketing strategies to sell/lease completed developments.

Regulatory & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Build relationships with government agencies (land registry, urban planning authorities, etc.).
• Secure development permits, building approvals, and Certificates of Occupancy (C of O).
• Manage community relations to ensure smooth land acquisition and project execution.

Financial & Reporting:

• Develop project budgets, cash flow forecasts, and financing models.
• Monitor project expenditures vs. budget (cost control).
• Prepare regular progress and performance reports for management.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Project Development & Delivery:

• % of projects delivered on time and within budget (target: ≥90%).
• Number of projects completed annually vs. planned pipeline.
• Average variance between projected and actual project costs (target: <10%).

Land & Documentation:

• % of land acquisitions completed with clear, verifiable titles (target: 100%).
• Average processing time for C of O, R of O, building approvals, and permits.
• Zero incidences of land litigation or regulatory penalties.

Financial & ROI Performance:

• Average ROI per project vs. feasibility study projections.
• Sales/lease revenue achieved per development (target: ≥90% of forecast).
• Reduction in idle capital tied up in land/assets (target: ≤15% of portfolio).

Compliance & Stakeholder Management:

• % compliance with Land Use Act, zoning, environmental, and building codes (target: 100%).
• Number of regulatory approvals obtained on time (target: 95% within schedule).
• Number of community or stakeholder conflicts resolved successfully (target: 100%).

Business Growth & Pipeline:

• Number of new viable real estate opportunities sourced per year.
• Growth in land bank/portfolio size (measured annually).
• Value of projects initiated vs. executed vs. sold/leased.

Reporting & Leadership:

• Timeliness and accuracy of development reports to management (target: 100% on schedule).
• Team/contractor performance ratings and project staff retention rate.
• Implementation of digital project management tools (ERP/CRM adoption).

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Estate Management, Civil Engineering, Building Technology, Architecture, or related field.
• Master’s degree/MBA is an advantage.
• Professional certification (NIESV, ARCON, COREN, CORBON, or relevant real estate bodies).
• 8+ years’ proven experience in real estate development, construction management, and land administration.
• In-depth knowledge of Nigerian Land Use Act, Abuja land registry, FCDA approval processes, and building codes.
• Strong financial and business acumen in property development.

Key Skills:

• Real estate business development.
• Construction project management.
• Land documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Financial modeling and feasibility studies.
• Negotiation, stakeholder management, and problem-solving.

Application Closing Date
10th September, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV and Cover Letter detailing their vision for the role to: recruitment@domeoresources.org using "Real Estate Development Manager" as the subject of the email.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.