Kanthoruwa
Business & ManagementFull-timeOn-siteExecutive

Head of Real Estate and Property Development

General Management·Colombo 7·Posted Jul 20, 2026

Role Summary

We are seeking an exceptional General Manager - Real Estate & Property Development. This is a high-octane executive role for a self-starting leader. You will take full ownership of our property pipeline, launch new projects, and turn company visions into concrete results with high autonomy.

Key Responsibilities

  • Project Expansion: Spearhead, launch, and manage multiple new real estate and property development projects from inception to completion.
  • KPI Delivery: Meet and exceed corporate key performance indicators (KPIs), driving profitability, speed-to-market, and quality standards.
  • Strategic Leadership: Execute the company's long-term vision with minimal supervision, making critical operational decisions independently.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Utilize your outgoing personality to negotiate with landowners, brief investors, manage contractors, and navigate government approvals.
  • Crisis & Pressure Management: Solve complex, fast-moving problems daily while maintaining team morale and project timelines.

Requirements/Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Civil Engineering, Real Estate Management, or a related field (MBA is a plus).
  • Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in Real Estate Development, with at least 3 years in a senior managerial or executive capacity.
  • Proven experience handling multiple construction or land development projects simultaneously.
  • Strong financial acumen, project management skills, and knowledge of property laws.

Location

Head Office: No. 48, Sir Marcus Fernando Mawatha, Colombo 07.