Senior Project Manager – Student Housing Development

Senior Project Manager – Student Housing Development

Our client is seeking an experienced and proactive Senior Project Manager to lead and oversee student housing development projects, encompassing both on-site and under-construction projects. This role is crucial in ensuring the timely, quality delivery of multiple projects, establishing effective project structures, and steering the operations of the Project Management Division. Additionally, the role includes optimizing project management fees and generating development profits through investment partnership opportunities.

Salary on offer: R750 000 – R850 000 depending on your current salary, qualifications, professional registrations, experience, value add, skill set and background etc.

Key Responsibilities include:

Project Management:
• Manage end-to-end delivery of multiple development projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and within scope.
• Drive revenue growth through project management fees and investment partnership profits.
• Define project objectives, timelines, and deliverables with key stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, addressing challenges throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate investment partnership reporting, incorporating trends and best practices in collaboration with the Development Manager.
• Enhance asset value by overseeing developments that exceed industry benchmarks.
• Partner with development and asset management teams on redevelopment and expansion opportunities.
• Maintain a sustainable project pipeline in close cooperation with the Head of Investment Partners.
• Approve payments within designated authority levels.
• Update and manage development proposals, project administration, JBCC, and other development agreements.
• Lead professional teams to ensure projects meet quality standards and program guidelines.
• Apply best practices in procurement and contract administration, ensuring alignment with company policies.
• Ensure full compliance with building regulations and manage risk and compliance rigorously.
• Use value engineering principles to refine concepts and “future-proof” investments.

Team Leadership:
• Lead, mentor, and manage the project management team, fostering a culture of high performance.
• Align team activities with company strategic objectives and development goals.
• Support team members with professional development, training, and ongoing support.

Systems and Process Management:
• Develop and implement strong project management systems and processes to improve project efficiency.
• Continuously review and align project management practices with industry standards.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations throughout all project phases.

Operational Management:
• Oversee daily operations within the Development Department, ensuring efficient workflows and optimal resource use.
• Manage departmental budgets, forecasts, and reporting to meet financial targets.
• Collaborate across departments (finance, legal, development) to ensure smooth integration of development activities.

Stakeholder Engagement:
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, architects, consultants, and other key stakeholders.
• Facilitate clear, consistent communication and collaboration among all parties in the development process.
• Represent the company at industry events, presentations, and meetings as required.

Requirements:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field in the Built Environment.
• Professional registrations (e.g., PMP, PR QS, PR CPM) are advantageous.
• Extensive experience in construction and property development, with a solid understanding of the JBCC Principal Building Agreement.
• Proven success in managing complex development projects.
• 7-10 years of experience in development or project management roles within the construction industry.

If you are a seasoned Project Manager ready to lead impactful student housing developments, we encourage you to apply. Join our client to shape the future of student living with innovative, sustainable, and high-quality projects.

Please send your detailed CV to lebo@redlinerecruitment.co.za