Site Acquisition Specialist

This a Full Remote job, the offer is available from: Philippines

Working closely with the Property Sourcing Team, Planning, and ViabilityAppraisal specialists, the ideal candidate will help ensure that only viable and strategically aligned opportunities are pursued.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in researching, identifying, and screening potential development sites from both onmarket and offmarket channels.
• - Undertake initial planning and commercial reviews to highlight opportunities and risks.
• Due Diligence & Constraints Analysis
• Carry out quick due diligence remotely, identifying showstoppers (planning, legal, environmental, or physical constraints) and flagging key risks for escalation.
• - Review local planning policies, zoning, and development guidelines to assess site potential.
• Outline Feasibility & Schemes
• Support in preparing simple outline massing, layouts, or scheme concepts to test development potential.
• - Liaise with internal Planning and Design teams where more detailed input is required.
• Collaboration with Teams
• Work closely with the Viability and Appraisal team (Planners), providing initial findings and recommendations for deeper investigation.
• - Assist the Property Sourcing Team in preparing reports and recommendations for Management review.
• Documentation & Reporting
• Maintain accurate site records, databases, and assessment files.
• - Prepare concise site assessment reports and presentations for internal stakeholders.
• Requirements

Qualifications:

• Education: Degree in Real Estate, Property Development, Urban Planning, Architecture, or related field.
• - Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in property development, acquisition, real estate analysis, or a similar role. Exposure to architectural or planning processes is desirable.
• - Technical Skills:
• - Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (site assessment, basic financial appraisal support).
• - Familiarity with AutoCAD, SketchUp, or other drafting3D software for outline scheme preparation (basic to intermediate level).
• - Knowledge of planning policy research tools, Land Registry, and property databases.
• - Knowledge: Understanding of property development principles, land use regulations, and planning constraints. Basic financial awareness of development viability considerations.
• - Attention to Detail: Strong ability to create accurate and detailed technical drawings and design documentation.
• - Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with design teams, project managers, and external stakeholders.
• - ProblemSolving Skills: Capable of identifying design issues and proposing practical solutions.
• Key Competencies:
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to quickly review sites, identify constraints, and assess opportunities.
• - Commercial Awareness: Understanding of what makes a site viable from both planning and financial perspectives.
• - Collaboration: Strong team player, able to work closely with sourcing, planning, and appraisal colleagues.
• - Attention to Detail: Capable of producing accurate assessments and clear documentation.
• - Adaptability: Comfortable with a fastpaced acquisition environment, handling multiple site reviews at once.
• - Time Management: Efficient at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines in a highvolume workflow.
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