Assistant Development Manager

Woh Hup Group; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance

Job summary

Woh Hup Group plc Melbourne is seeking a capable development professional to manage feasibility studies, financial models and cash flow forecasting across multiple projects. The role involves travel across Melbourne and coordination with consultants, authorities and service providers to deliver on time and on budget.

Candidates should have 3–5 years in property development or related fields, a relevant degree, and strong Excel forecasting skills.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years' experience in property development or related field.
• Degree in Property, Real Estate, Construction Management, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering or Finance.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including feasibility modelling and cash flow forecasting.
• Understanding of the property development and construction lifecycle.
• Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence and willingness to travel across Melbourne.

Responsibilities

• Prepare development feasibility studies, financial models and cash flow forecasts.
• Evaluate development opportunities with site analysis, market research and due diligence.
• Coordinate and manage consultants, authorities and service providers across planning and design.
• Monitor programmes, approvals, budgets and milestones to meet timelines.
• Conduct regular site visits to assess progress and compliance with plans.
• Review contractor claims and milestones; advise on payments for work completed.
• Prepare fortnightly project reports covering progress, sales/leasing activity, construction status and risks.
• Build relationships with consultants, contractors, authorities and stakeholders to support delivery.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Degree in Property/Real Estate/Construction Management/Urban Planning/Civil Engineering/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Established in 1927, Woh Hup has grown from a humble contractor to a premier, award-winning construction and civil engineering powerhouse. Backed by nearly a century of integrity and innovation, we have shaped iconic skylines and delivered complex, large‑scale infrastructure projects across the Asia-Pacific region. As we continue to scale our business in Australia, we are looking for passionate, driven professionals to join our team.

Note: This role requires travelling across Melbourne, VIC. - Transportation or allowance will be provided.

Job Description

• Prepare and maintain development feasibility studies, financial models, project cash flow forecasts, and support project performance and cash flow monitoring.
• Assist in the evaluation of development opportunities, including site analysis, market research and preliminary due diligence.
• Coordinate and manage consultants, authorities and service providers across the planning, design and development stages.
• Monitor project programmes, approvals, budgets and key milestones to ensure developments progress in accordance with agreed timelines.
• Conduct regular site visits across projects to assess construction progress, site conditions and compliance with approved plans.
• Review contractor claims and project milestones, and provide recommendations on payment assessments based on work completed on site.
• Prepare fortnightly project reports and management updates covering topics such as project progress, sales and leasing activity, construction status, programme tracking, risks and key actions.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with consultants, contractors, local authorities, agents and internal stakeholders to support successful project delivery.

Skills and Requirements

• 3 – 5 years' experience in property development, development management, real estate, project management or a related field.
• Degree in Property, Real Estate, Construction Management, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Finance or a related discipline is advantageous.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including feasibility modelling and cash flow forecasting.
• Understanding of the property development and construction lifecycle.
• Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence and/or willingness to travel between project sites across Melbourne.