Development Manager

Lead development projects from feasibility, planning, and approvals through to construction and final delivery

Prepare, monitor, and manage project feasibilities, budgets, delivery programmes, cashflow forecasts, and cost controls

Identify, assess, and manage project risks throughout the development lifecycle, implementing mitigation strategies where required

Liaise with legal and finance teams to support project negotiations, contracts, and commercial outcomes

Oversee the preparation and submission of Development Applications and other regulatory approvals

Manage and coordinate external consultants including planners, engineers, surveyors, landscape architects, and relevant authorities

Drive design review processes to optimise cost, quality, and constructability outcomes

Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, authorities, community groups, and internal stakeholders

Manage civil contractors and consultants through construction delivery, programming, and project execution

Monitor project budgets, contractor claims, programme performance, and delivery outcomes to ensure successful project execution

Proactively resolve project issues to minimise delays, cost overruns, and delivery risks

Coordinate contractors, consultants, and internal teams to ensure effective project delivery during construction

Prepare and present project status updates, financial reports, and risk assessments to senior management and stakeholders

Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement value engineering initiatives where appropriate

Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and professional development across project teams

If you are interested in this position, please submit your CV and cover letter which describes who you are and addresses the criteria detailed above.