Acquisitions Manager

Our client is a well-regarded Australian integrated property development group with a proven track record of delivering high-quality residential communities across multiple states. Their integrated model include Funds Management, Development & in-house Home builder. With a substantial national portfolio of masterplanned communities, and Land Lease Communities — and a strong future pipeline — they are positioned for continued growth and are now looking to strengthen their Queensland development team.

This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the company's growth across Southeast Queensland. As Acquisitions Manager, you will take ownership of sourcing, assessing and negotiating residential development land acquisitions — including built form and land subdivision opportunities — while also supporting the identification of joint venture and new business opportunities.

You'll be based in Brisbane's CBD, reporting to the QLD State Manager with a dotted line to the National Acquisitions Manager, giving you both local autonomy and national exposure.

• Proactively source and assess property acquisition opportunities aligned with the company's Acquisitions Brief
• Conduct strategic analysis of growth corridors and LGAs to identify high-value targets
• Negotiate directly with landowners and agents to manage a strong pipeline of opportunities
• Build and maintain relationships with agents, landowners, consultants, builders, industry bodies and government authorities
• Prepare and manage joint venture submissions, tender bids, and Development Management Agreements
• Maintain an active database of landowners and acquisition prospects

• Undertake cashflow feasibility analysis on proposed acquisitions 
• Prepare financial models for joint ventures and partnership structures
• Lead due diligence programs and manage acquisition reports through internal approvals
• Manage consultant budgets, costs and claims associated with proposed acquisitions
• Coordinate settlement processes in conjunction with the finance team

• Identify and evaluate new market sectors and business opportunities
• Prepare financial models, business plans and board papers to support new initiatives

• Tertiary qualifications in property, valuations or a related discipline
• Minimum 5 years' experience in acquisitions, development management, valuation or agency — predominantly in the residential sector
• Proven development feasibility skills with strong financial modelling capability
• Experience managing major project bids, tenders or acquisitions
• Exposure to planning permit processes and large-scale project budgets is highly regarded
• Understanding of capital structuring for joint venture or partnership projects is a plus

This is a genuine opportunity to take ownership of a significant acquisitions remit within a well-resourced, growth-focused developer. You'll have the backing of an experienced national team, access to a strong project pipeline, and the scope to make a real impact on the Queensland business.

If this sounds like you, APPLY NOW via the link or submit your CV in confidence to Daniel Gonsalves daniel@capstonerecruitment.com.au.

All applications will be treated in strict confidence.