Project Development Manager

Job Description In this role, you will act as the crucial glue and link between customers, investors, and the internal team. You will be independently responsible for project development on the commercial premises side and its commercial logic, guide projects from the idea phase to decision-making, and coordinate external designers and internal cost calculation. The ideal background for the person applying for this role is in project development projects - you have been involved in creating and developing in any capacity. We offer you a strategically important and responsible role in a solvent family business where decision-making is fast and straightforward. Additionally, we provide comprehensive employee benefits, such as extensive occupational healthcare and a lunch benefit. Responsibilities - Be responsible for the progress and commercial logic of the project entity - Perform commercial and technical evaluations of projects - Act as a contact person between customers, investors, and the internal team - Search for new project ideas, plots, and potential tenant customers - Guide external designers and cost calculators We are looking for - Practical understanding of construction economics and the process of commercial premises projects - Previous experience in project management, sales, or design coordination - Fluent Finnish language skills - Good command of MS Office programs - An active, sales-oriented, and proactive approach to work - Class B driver's license and willingness to travel to customer meetings in Southern Finland We value it if you have - Previous experience and expertise in real estate development or commercial premises project development - Construction industry education suitable for the role (e.g., architectural architect or engineer) - Good English language skills - Access to a private car Our Recruitment Process Academic Work is handling this search on behalf of its client, who requests that all questions regarding the position be directed to Academic Work. Applicants are interviewed continuously, and if we have already progressed further in the recruitment process, we may close the application before final selections. The selection process includes tests measuring personality traits and cognitive ability. The tests serve as tools for finding the right person for the task and ensure an equal and fair evaluation.