Property Acquisition Specialist

SUMMARY:
A leading property development company is seeking a skilled Property Acquisition Specialist to drive land sourcing, site identification, town-planning feasibility, zoning assessments, and property negotiation across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. This role is ideal for a professional with strong property development experience, excellent knowledge of SPLUMA, and a proven track record in acquiring development sites.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities

• Source, identify, and secure development sites, including greenfield and brownfield opportunities.
• Conduct land use research, zoning checks, planning feasibility, and due diligence for new acquisitions.
• Work closely with town planners, architects, municipal officials, and property brokers to evaluate development potential.
• Perform feasibility studies, bulk calculations, infrastructure and services availability assessments.
• Prepare acquisition proposals, motivation reports, and investment papers for approval.
• Negotiate purchase agreements, conditions precedent, and terms with landowners, agents, and developers.
• Oversee the property acquisition process end-to-end, from site sourcing to final contract signature.
• Maintain a pipeline of acquisition opportunities and update management on progress, risks, and timelines.
• Ensure compliance with municipal bylaws, SPLUMA, land use schemes, and other statutory requirements.
• Build strong networks within the property development, real estate, and town-planning sectors.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of zoning, SPLUMA, SG diagrams, servitudes, and municipal planning processes.
• Ability to interpret development rights, land use schemes, and spatial development frameworks (SDFs).
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and report-writing skills.
• Experience dealing with municipal planning departments, property brokers, and external consultants.
• Strong commercial understanding of property development feasibility and acquisition strategy.
• Ability to travel for site visits and manage multiple projects.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Town Planning, Property Studies, Real Estate, Urban Development, or similar.
• SACPLAN Registration (Candidate/Professional Planner) highly advantageous.
• 3–7 years’ experience in property acquisition, town planning, development management, or real estate development.
• Experience in residential, commercial, mixed-use, or industrial development.
• Proven track record in site sourcing, development feasibility, and negotiating property deals.
• Valid driver’s licence.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to join a progressive, growing property development company.
• Exposure to high-value residential, commercial, and mixed-use development projects.
• Competitive salary package and career growth opportunities.

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