Liaisoning/Project Evaluation Specialist - Business Development - Real Estate

Description:

Job Title: Project Evaluation Specialist Real Estate (DCPR 2034)

Location: Andheri East, Mumbai

Working Days: 6 days (2nd & 4th Saturday Off)

Timing: 10:00 AM 6:30 PM

About the Company:

It is a dynamic and ambitious organization deeply entrenched in the Real Estate sector. We take pride in our role as trailblazers across various dimensions of Real Estate in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR).

Core Principles:

- Trust - We believe that in the long run we will be successful if we have been able to build and retain trust. Our approach to relationships is building them with trust with clients, market players, team members, shareholders, investors & society at large

- Entrepreneurship - We believe that the energy & drive with entrepreneurial spirit is what leads to success. We continuously work towards igniting this entrepreneurial spirit in all

- Innovation - Change is the only constant and continuous improvement should be a part of daily life. We believe at times being na- ve helps us in being innovative

- Good Intent - Real estate as a business (especially in India) and the people involved in it have often been looked at with scepticism. We work towards ensuring that our and our clients right and good intent is well understood by all involved

Services:

- Real Estate Development Management

- Asset Management

- Strategic consulting, restructuring & turnaround

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Project Evaluation Specialist with strong hands-on knowledge of DCPR 2034 and Mumbai real estate regulations. The candidate will assess project feasibility, costing, profitability, micro market trends, and FSI utilization, supporting strategic decision-making for new and ongoing development projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Feasibility & Evaluation:

- Evaluate potential real estate projects based on plot potential, development opportunities, regulatory constraints, and DCPR 2034 rules

- Conduct detailed feasibility studies, including:

FSI calculations

Area statements

Massing studies

Development scenarios

Approval cost estimation

Compliance checks

- Prepare and present feasibility reports for management review

- Assess micro-market dynamics, pricing trends, and product suitability

Financial & Cost Analysis:

- Evaluate the costing of the project, including construction cost analysis and approval-related expenditure

- Prepare cash flow projections, ROI assessments, and cost-benefit analyses

- Estimate approval costs (IOD/CC, premiums, NOCs, fungible, TDR, etc.)

- Conduct price benchmarking and financial modeling using MS Excel

Market Research & Micro-Market Analysis:

- Study micro-markets for demand trends, buyer segments, comparable projects, and pricing

- Track local and national real estate trends to support project positioning and business strategy

- Analyze competition and market conditions to predict project success

Legal & Regulatory Compliance:

- Interpret and apply DCPR 2034, UDCPR, FSI norms, zoning rules, and building regulations

- Support the team in securing legal approvals, NOCs, IOD/CC, RERA registration, and statutory clearances

- Prepare and verify municipal drawings, approval documents, and compliance reports

Risk Assessment & Mitigation:

- Identify regulatory, financial, operational, and environmental risks

- Provide recommendations to minimize project risks

- Highlight feasibility challenges and propose viable alternatives

Stakeholder Coordination:

- Collaborate with architects, RCC/MEP consultants, legal teams, finance teams, and project managers

- Align feasibility outcomes with design, product strategy, investment goals, and development timelines

- Participate in cross-functional discussions for project strategy and planning

Reporting & Presentation:

- Prepare detailed reports, PPTs, and dashboards summarizing feasibility outcomes

- Present evaluation insights, financial analysis, and risk assessments to senior management

- Provide post-implementation analysis comparing projected vs actual outcomes

Key Competencies:

- Strong analytical & financial modeling skills (Advanced MS Excel)

- Expert understanding of DCPR 2034 / UDCPR / Mumbai real estate norms

- Excellent feasibility study & project evaluation capability

- Ability to prepare area statements, FSI sheets & development scenarios

- Strong communication & stakeholder management

- Problem-solving and decision-making ability

- Market awareness and business acumen

Qualifications & Experience:

- Bachelors/Masters in Architecture, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Real Estate, or related field or Any graduate

- 310 years of experience in project feasibility, DCPR planning, or real estate development

- Hands-on experience in MS Excel, FSI calculations, feasibility reports & approval cost estimation

- Strong exposure to Mumbai real estate regulations