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