Urban Planning & Real Estate Development Director at Palton Morgan Holdings

Role Description

• The Urban Planning & Real Estate Development Director is a full-time, on-site role based in Abuja.
• This individual oversees the end-to-end planning and execution of urban development and real estate projects, from concept through completion.
• Key responsibilities include leading feasibility analyses, coordinating master planning and land use strategies, and aligning developments with regulatory requirements and community needs.
• The Director will manage cross-functional project teams, supervise due diligence and budgeting activities, and ensure projects meet financial, design, sustainability, and timeline objectives.
• The role also involves engaging with public authorities, investors, and other stakeholders, maintaining strong partnerships, and contributing to Palton Morgan’s strategic growth and market leadership.

Qualifications

• 12–15+ years of progressive experience in urban planning, real estate development, master planning, property development, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrable experience leading the planning and development of large-scale estates, master-planned communities, mixed-use developments, new towns, or major property developments.
• Strong experience working across the full development lifecycle, from concept and master planning through approvals and implementation.
• Proven experience managing multidisciplinary professional consultants.
• Strong understanding of real estate development economics and development feasibility.
• Demonstrable experience dealing with government planning authorities and securing development approvals.
• Experience in Abuja/FCT development and planning regulations will be highly advantageous.
• Experience working on large-scale residential or mixed-use developments will be strongly preferred.
• Strong expertise in Real Estate Development, with proven experience leading large-scale urban and mixed-use projects.
• Ability to conduct and interpret Feasibility Studies, including market analysis, financial modeling, and risk assessment.
• Demonstrated Project Management skills, overseeing multidisciplinary teams, timelines, and deliverables.
• Experience performing comprehensive Due Diligence, covering legal, technical, environmental, and regulatory aspects.
• Proficiency in Budgeting, cost control, and financial oversight for complex development projects.
• Advanced knowledge of urban planning principles, land use regulations, zoning, and infrastructure planning.
• Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with government agencies, investors, and community representatives.
• Relevant academic background, such as a degree in Urban Planning, Real Estate, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related field; a postgraduate degree or professional certification in real estate or project management is an advantage.
• Leadership experience in a senior role within real estate, construction, or urban development, with a track record of delivering projects in Nigeria or similar markets.