Real Estate Development Project Manager

Position Summary:

The Real Estate Development Project Manager will support the hiring client in overseeing real estate development projects from concept to completion. Working offshore but collaborating closely with Brisbane-based stakeholders, this role involves land acquisition, feasibility studies, council code compliance, coordinating with professionals for development approvals, and managing the construction process until project handover.

This position requires a detail-oriented, proactive individual with experience in property development, project coordination, and financial management.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Land Acquisition & Feasibility

• Identify potential development sites in Brisbane, Australia.
• Collaborate with real estate agents to secure viable land parcels.
• Conduct feasibility studies, including financial, legal, and operational assessments of potential sites.

2. Regulatory Compliance & Approvals

• Review and interpret local council codes and regulations for proposed developments.
• Coordinate with town planners, engineers, architects, and draftsmen to prepare development approval (DA) packages.
• Submit DA packages and manage communication with local councils to address queries or revisions.

3. Project Financing & Budget Management

• Work with financial institutions to secure project financing post-approval.
• Prepare project budgets and manage cost tracking throughout the development process.

4. Construction & Handover Management

• Liaise with builders and contractors to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Oversee the construction process, addressing issues or delays in real-time.
• Manage project handover to ensure all deliverables meet quality and compliance standards.

5. Stakeholder Coordination & Reporting

• Serve as the central point of communication between the Vargas Family Office and Brisbane-based stakeholders.
• Provide regular progress updates, including milestones, financial tracking, and risk management.
• Maintain project documentation and ensure timely reporting to key stakeholders.
  

Skills & Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Real Estate, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related fields.
• At least 5 years of experience in real estate development, project management, or a similar role.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of local council regulations and Australian property laws (preferred but not mandatory).
• Experience working with professionals such as architects, engineers, and contractors.
• Proficiency in tools for project management and remote collaboration (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Slack).
• Drafting skills is preferred but not required

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and coordination skills, especially in remote settings.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.