The Head – Business Development will lead the identification, evaluation, negotiation, and acquisition of land and development opportunities for the residential real estate business in Bengaluru. The role is responsible for building a robust project pipeline aligned to the company’s growth strategy, ensuring commercial viability, regulatory compliance, and long-term value creation. As a key member of the leadership team, the role will shape the portfolio strategy, partnerships, and expansion roadmap for the new business.
This position will report to CEO - Residential Business
Responsibilities
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Business Development Strategy & Portfolio Planning
Pipeline value & visibility
Strategic fit of acquisitions
Land Acquisition & Deal Structuring
Land acquisition closures
Deal IRR & project viability
Negotiation effectiveness
Feasibility, Financial & Risk Evaluation
Feasibility accuracy
Risk mitigation effectiveness
Regulatory, Legal & Due Diligence Oversight
Due diligence closure timelines
Compliance adherence
Stakeholder & Partner Management
Partner satisfaction
Repeat opportunities
Cross-functional Leadership & Business Setup
Speed from acquisition to launch
Team capability & stability
BE / BTech in Civil Engineering / Architecture / Planning preferred
MBA / PGDM (Finance / Strategy / Real Estate) – strongly preferred

GMR Group is a leading Indian infrastructure conglomerate with a diversified presence across Airports, Energy, Transportation, Urban Infrastructure, and Sports. With over two decades of experience, the Group has built world-class assets and pioneered innovations in sustainable infrastructure development.
GMR Airports Limited (GAL), the Group’s airport arm, is a leading global airport platform company with extensive experience in designing, constructing, and operating world-class, sustainable airports. Operating under the brand name “GMR AERO”, GAL offers pioneering aviation solutions in retail, aero services, and real estate. In 2020, Groupe ADP joined as a strategic partner and is now a co-promoter in GAL, strengthening its global reach and expertise.
As Asia’s largest private airport operator and the second-largest globally, GAL operates key airports in Delhi, Hyderabad, Goa, and Medan (Indonesia), while developing greenfield projects in Bhogapuram (India) and Crete (Greece). It also provides integrated aviation services, including MRO, cargo, digital innovation through GMR Innovex, and aviation training through GMR Aero Academy.
In the energy and infrastructure space, GMR Power and Urban Infra Limited (GPUIL) leads with a diverse portfolio in clean and renewable energy, smart metering, EV infrastructure, and surface transport projects, backed by strong engineering and EPC capabilities.
Under GMR Sports, the Group promotes talent and drives fan engagement through its ownership of iconic teams like Delhi Capitals (IPL), UP Yoddhas (Pro Kabaddi), and international franchises including Dubai Capitals, Seattle Orcas, and more.
Committed to inclusive growth, the Group’s CSR arm, GMR Varalakshmi Foundation, works across education, skill development, and healthcare, positively impacting communities across its areas of operation.