General Manager - Real Estate Development

Position Overview:

The General Manager – Real Estate and Real Estate Development is responsible for overseeing and directing all real estate operations, development projects, and property management initiatives. This role drives strategic planning, acquisition, development, and optimization of the organization’s property portfolio, ensuring profitability, regulatory compliance, and value maximization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive and implement the company’s real estate strategy aligned with broader business goals.
• Identify and secure new opportunities: acquisitions, joint ventures, leasing, and disposals.
• Lead all phases of real estate development—from planning and financial analysis to execution.
• Manage consultants, architects, contractors, legal teams, and government stakeholders.
• Oversee property management to ensure operational excellence and tenant satisfaction.
• Prepare and manage annual budgets, project forecasts, feasibility studies, and full P&L.
• Negotiate high-value contracts, leases, sales, and acquisitions.
• Lead sales & marketing efforts to establish and launch new real estate development ventures and branded projects.
• Ensure full compliance with laws, regulations, building codes, and planning requirements.
• Report on asset performance, risks, and opportunities to senior leadership.
• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing real estate and development team.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 15 years of experience in real estate development or management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in feasibility analysis, budgeting, and investment decisions.
• Excellent negotiation, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Deep knowledge of real estate law, development processes, and market trends.
• Proven ability to manage complex, multi-phase projects across commercial and residential sectors.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications such as MRICS, CPM, or CCIM
• Experience in both commercial and residential markets
• Proficiency in real estate and project management software