Head, Real Estate & Infrastructure Development

Head Real Estate & Infrastructure Development
Industry: Real Estate Development
Location: Head Office (with nationwide project/site visits)
Salary:monthly
Experience: 12-15 years

Job Purpose

The Head Real Estate & Infrastructure Development will provide strategic technical and operational leadership for the planning design execution and delivery of all real estate and infrastructure projects. The role ensures quality cost efficiency regulatory compliance and alignment with the companys long-term business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and implement the organizations real estate and infrastructure development strategy.

• Lead project planning prioritization and long-term asset development.

• Provide guidance to senior management on project direction and investment decisions.

2. Project Design & Execution

• Oversee and approve architectural structural and MEP (Mechanical Electrical & Plumbing) designs.

• Ensure project execution meets quality standards budget expectations environmental sustainability and approved timelines.

• Drive effective site management contractor supervision and project delivery.

3. Compliance & Regulatory Oversight

• Ensure strict compliance with building codes HSE (Health Safety & Environment) standards and statutory requirements.

• Coordinate and secure approvals/permits from relevant regulatory authorities.

4. Financial & Contract Management

• Prepare and manage project budgets forecasts and financial controls.

• Lead the tendering process vendor prequalification contractor selection and contract negotiations.

• Ensure transparency and accountability in procurement and project financing.

5. Team & Stakeholder Management

• Lead and mentor multidisciplinary project teams (project managers engineers architects QS site supervisors).

• Collaborate with finance operations procurement and legal departments for seamless project execution.

• Prepare management reports progress updates and project documentation.

6. Risk Management & Quality Control

• Develop and implement project monitoring and evaluation systems.

• Identify project risks early and deploy mitigation strategies.

• Drive continuous improvement across all engineering and construction processes.

7. Innovation & Technology Adoption

• Champion the adoption of green building technologies and sustainable development practices.

• Promote the use of digital project management tools (BIM AutoCAD Revit Primavera MS Project).

• Encourage innovative construction methods and energy-efficient solutions.

Requirements

Education & Certifications

• BSc in Civil Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (mandatory).

• MSc in Project Management Construction Management Real Estate or an MBA (added advantage).

• Professional certifications: COREN NSE PMP (required/strong advantage).

Experience

• 12-15 years proven experience in real estate development construction or infrastructure delivery.

• Minimum of 5 years in a senior leadership or project management role handling multi-site or large-scale projects.

• Demonstrated track record of managing projects from concept to commissioning.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in MS Project Primavera P6 AutoCAD Revit and BIM tools.

• Strong engineering knowledge with expertise in cost management regulatory compliance and construction methodologies.

• Excellent leadership communication negotiation and analytical skills.

• Ability to manage stakeholders at executive and technical levels.

How to Apply

Qualified and interested candidates should send their CV to:
Using the subject line: Head Real Estate and Infrastructure Development.