formulating overall development strategies such as feasibility studies, Project Charter, Funding and Execution Plans, and envisioning various projects such as Hotels, Residential and Office Towers, etc. from start to finish, establishing policies and coordinating a wide variety of land development projects
Overseeing and managing the development of site plans, including the evaluation of current conditions, estimation, and the projection of future value
Examining and analyzing the existing economic, demographic, market, and environmental variables to determine areas for expansion
Reviewing sites to assess costs and required steps for zoning, local ordinances, and acceptability
Liaising and working closely with contractors, realtors, engineers, designers, municipal government officials, attorneys, and several other required and necessary professionals
Identifying and examining the development potential of specific tracts of land
Choosing sites for commercial, residential, and/or industrial development
Hiring contractors and recruiting workers to execute real estate project development
Spearheading the negotiation of terms and costs with contractors.
Qualifications::
Several years of professional experience in a relevant field
A Bachelors degree in Marketing, Architecture, Management, or other similar field.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, since a real estate developer manager must communicate efficiently with clients, contractors, workers, and several other professionals
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills, since he/she must liaise and work closely with attorneys, construction workers, and other necessary and relevant professionals
Basic accounting and financial management skills, as it enables a real estate developer to effectively and efficiently handle the budgeting aspect of real estate development
Computer proficiency and familiarity with basic office software such as the Microsoft Office Suite
Good time management skills, since a developer must ensure that real estate development projects are executed on time
Adequate knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations