Job Title: Chief Development Officer – Affordable Housing

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Experience: 15–20 years

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Initiative

We are establishing a professionally managed, not-for-profit affordable housing initiative focused on delivering quality homes to economically weaker and lower-income families.

Our first project is planned in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, targeting approximately 1,000 homes. We intend to build a scalable platform with a solid focus on governance, transparency, cost efficiency and social impact.

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced real estate leader to establish and lead the entire development organisation.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead end-to-end residential development, from land assessment to possession.

* Develop project feasibility, financial models and execution strategies.

* Lead land acquisition, legal, approvals, design, contracts and construction teams.





* Appoint and manage architects, consultants, contractors and project management agencies.

* Establish project budgets, timelines, governance and reporting systems.

* Ensure construction quality, cost discipline and timely delivery.

* Build a scalable operating model for multiple projects across India.

* Report directly to the governing leadership.

Candidate Profile

* 15–20 years of experience in reputed real estate development companies.

* Strong residential development and project delivery experience.

* Experience managing large residential projects.

* Strong financial, commercial and leadership capabilities.

* Experience in affordable or mass housing will be an advantage.

* High integrity and commitment to social impact.

📌 Project Development Officer (Mumbai)
🏢 Waaree foundation
📍 Mumbai