Junior Land Development Manager Reference No: 2661434265 | Cape Town | Posted on: 28 May 2026
Junior Land Development Manager Location:
Cape Town (Onsite)
Employment Type:
Full-time
Benefits:
Medical Aid Subsidy
Risk Benefits
Role Overview
Our Client is a nationally recognised South African property development group, with a strong track record in affordable housing and secure lifestyle estates, is looking for an accomplished Junior Land Development Manager to support their growing presence in the Western Cape.
This role offers the opportunity to support and oversee the full development lifecycle of property projects while contributing to a business that is making a tangible impact on communities across South Africa.
The successful candidate will assist in managing large-scale development projects, ensuring sustainability, compliance, stakeholder engagement, and successful project delivery from planning through execution.
Key Responsibilities Project Development & Management
Lead, implement, and monitor the development cycle to ensure service excellence and long-term sustainability.
Investigate and analyse development opportunities and identify practical solutions.
Prepare project feasibilities, budgets, and cost assessments.
Oversee property development projects, ensuring successful coordination of processes and timelines.
Stakeholder & Contractor Management
Manage relationships with consultants, contractors, stakeholders, and service providers.
Liaise with project stakeholders to ensure alignment and smooth project execution.
Maintain strong communication throughout all project phases.
Compliance & Documentation
Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, environmental regulations, contractual obligations, and wayleave conditions.
Maintain accurate and comprehensive project documentation, including:
Consultant agreements
Contractor agreements
Service level agreements
Prepare accurate, professional, and detailed reports.
Risk & Budget Management
Identify and mitigate project risks.
Ensure project delivery within approved budgets and timelines.
Monitor project progress and provide updates where required.
Minimum Requirements
Relevant Degree in one of the following:
Town Planning
Engineering
Architecture
Minimum 1–2 years’ experience in the full-cycle development of large-scale projects.
Fluent in Afrikaans and English (spoken and written).
Strong coordination and organisational skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management ability.
High level of administration and reporting capability.
Strong time-management skills.
Ability to problem-solve and work effectively under pressure.
Key Skills & Competencies
Property development coordination
Stakeholder and contractor management
Budgeting and project feasibilities
Compliance and risk management
Strong reporting and administration
Problem-solving and decision-making
Time management and organisation
Attention to detail
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