Real Estate Development Manager at Domeo Resources International (DRI)

Reports to: Group Head of Operations / Executive Management
Type: Full-time, Mid–Senior Level

Role Summary

The Real Estate Development Manager will be responsible for driving the company’s property development projects from concept to completion. The role requires deep expertise in building construction, land acquisition and documentation, regulatory approvals, and business development. The candidate must be well-versed in Nigerian land use laws, FCT development regulations, and property registration procedures.

This position is both technical and business-oriented: ensuring developments are delivered on time, within budget, legally compliant, and profitable for the company.

Key Responsibilities

Real Estate Development & Construction Oversight

• Manage end-to-end real estate projects (residential, commercial, and mixed-use).
• Oversee architectural designs, construction works, site inspections, and contractor supervision.
• Ensure quality control, safety standards, and timely project delivery.

Land Acquisition, Documentation & Compliance

• Manage land acquisition processes, title verification, survey, and documentation.
• Liaise with land registry, cadastral offices, and FCDA for approvals and permits.
• Ensure compliance with Land Use Act, zoning laws, and environmental regulations.

Business Development & Profitability

• Identify new real estate investment opportunities in Abuja and beyond.
• Prepare feasibility studies, ROI projections, and business cases for projects.
• Drive marketing strategies to sell/lease completed developments.

Regulatory & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build relationships with government agencies (land registry, urban planning authorities, etc.).
• Secure development permits, building approvals, and Certificates of Occupancy (C of O).
• Manage community relations to ensure smooth land acquisition and project execution.

Financial & Reporting

• Develop project budgets, cash flow forecasts, and financing models.
• Monitor project expenditures vs. budget (cost control).
• Prepare regular progress and performance reports for management.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Estate Management, Civil Engineering, Building Technology, Architecture, or related field.
• Master’s degree/MBA is an advantage.
• Professional certification (NIESV, ARCON, COREN, CORBON, or relevant real estate bodies).
• 8+ years’ proven experience in real estate development, construction management, and land administration.
• In-depth knowledge of Nigerian Land Use Act, Abuja land registry, FCDA approval processes, and building codes.
• Strong financial and business acumen in property development.

Key Skills

• Real estate business development.
• Construction project management.
• Land documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Financial modeling and feasibility studies.
• Negotiation, stakeholder management, and problem-solving.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Project Development & Delivery

• % of projects delivered on time and within budget (target: ≥90%).
• Number of projects completed annually vs. planned pipeline.
• Average variance between projected and actual project costs (target: <10%).

Land & Documentation

• % of land acquisitions completed with clear, verifiable titles (target: 100%).
• Average processing time for C of O, R of O, building approvals, and permits.
• Zero incidences of land litigation or regulatory penalties.

Financial & ROI Performance

• Average ROI per project vs. feasibility study projections.
• Sales/lease revenue achieved per development (target: ≥90% of forecast).
• Reduction in idle capital tied up in land/assets (target: ≤15% of portfolio).

Compliance & Stakeholder Management

• % compliance with Land Use Act, zoning, environmental, and building codes (target: 100%).
• Number of regulatory approvals obtained on time (target: 95% within schedule).
• Number of community or stakeholder conflicts resolved successfully (target: 100%).

Business Growth & Pipeline

• Number of new viable real estate opportunities sourced per year.
• Growth in land bank/portfolio size (measured annually).
• Value of projects initiated vs. executed vs. sold/leased.

Reporting & Leadership

• Timeliness and accuracy of development reports to management (target: 100% on schedule).
• Team/contractor performance ratings and project staff retention rate.
• Implementation of digital project management tools (ERP/CRM adoption).