We’re accepting applications for the position of Regional Estates Specialist (Property Portfolio Manager) in Polokwane. The purpose of this position will be to manage and oversee the estates and property portfolio within the respective regions for optimal collaboration, which will include regular travel to different regions and head office; as well as staff, contractor, vendor, customer and stakeholder management and relations. Additional functions will include lowering costs; implementing contractual terms whilst adhering to all regulatory requirements and policies, procedures, and processes; implementing and managing programmes for lease and contract renewals consent; landlord negotiations; customer liaison and many other functions.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Managing and overseeing the estates and property portfolio within the respective region for optimal collaboration
- Travelling regularly to and within central regions and head office to facilitate this process
- Managing staff, contractors, vendors, customers, and stakeholders, and maintaining positive relationships with all parties
- Conducting all tasks in a timely manner with the goal of optimising efficiencies, lowering costs, and achieving favourable contractual terms
- Ensuring adherence to all regulatory policies, procedures, and processes
- Managing Specialist and Admin staff in the central region while also looking after own portfolio
- Developing and maintaining strategic relationships with landlords, stakeholders, and relevant government bodies
- Executing the property strategy to maximise tenancy and manage costs effectively
- Negotiating timely lease renewals and rental agreements with a focus on cost reduction
- Coordinating site activities, ensuring smooth communication between landlords, contractors, and stakeholders
- Managing lease tracking, budgeting, dispute resolution, and promoting collaborative teamwork to maintain business continuity
- Implementing and managing programs for lease and contract renewals, consent, novations, landlord negotiations, customer liaisons, and other estates strategic projects
- Driving the company’s culture and behaviours aligned to the Performance Management Framework
Minimum Requirements:
- Matric and relevant Degree or Diploma in a field such as Quantity Surveying, Building Science, Project Management, Property Management or Civil Engineering
- A qualification in Town Planning
- Extensive Excel and SAP Experience
- Relevant management courses such as MDP or MDC desirable
- At least 8 years experience encompassing contractual legal requirements, environmental standards management, leasing commercial property as well as town planning
- Experience interacting with landlords face to face and dealing with municipalities in terms of signing lease agreements and renewals
- Experience in the telecommunications sector, specifically towers