Salary guide
Property Developer
- Average salary
- £30,000 – £100,000
- Working hours
- Variable
PropertyReal Estate
- The UK property development sector is worth billions
Other names this job is known by
- Real Estate Developer
- Property Investor
Key responsibilities
- Identify and acquire development sites
- Oversee planning and construction
- Manage budgets and timelines
- Market and sell properties
- Liaise with contractors and authorities
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in property, construction, or business (advantageous)
- Experience in property or construction roles
- Financial and project management skills
- Commercial awareness
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Developer
- Development Director
- Business Owner
- Consultant
How to get the job
- Study property, construction, or business
- Gain experience in property or construction roles
- Build capital and network
- Progress to senior or business owner roles
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