Development Manager

Parcel Property; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Parcel Property is seeking a proactive Development Manager to lead land development projects from inception to completion in Victoria. Reporting to the Project Director, you will work with clients, consultants, development partners and authorities to deliver successful outcomes.

You will specialise in feasibility assessment, stakeholder engagement and project delivery, ensuring developments progress on time and within budget, while managing risks and aligning with business objectives.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in land development with strong financial and project planning skills.
• Solution-focused approach with the ability to identify risks and overcome project challenges.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across internal and external parties.
• Sound commercial acumen and understanding of planning considerations and market influences in development.
• Strong organisational and planning skills to manage timelines and deliver within deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Managing land development projects and coordinating stakeholders to achieve successful development outcomes.
• Building and maintaining relationships with clients, consultants, development partners and government authorities.
• Undertaking feasibility assessments and monitoring project performance, financial commitments and key milestones.
• Driving project delivery, including obtaining required approvals, implementing project frameworks and managing development risks.
• Developing project strategies and providing recommendations to support innovation, growth and commercial success.

Job description

For over 45 years, ABN Group has been a leader in building, property and home finance. We have helped thousands of people realise the dream of home ownership, delivering over 100,000 homes across Western Australia and Victoria. From first homes to luxury builds, we’ve earned the trust of our community along the way.

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and commercially minded Development Manager to join the Parcel Property team on a permanent, full-time basis. Reporting to the Project Director, you will be responsible for managing land development projects from inception to completion, working closely with clients, consultants, development partners and key stakeholders to deliver successful project outcomes. You will play a key role in project planning, feasibility assessment, stakeholder engagement and project delivery, ensuring developments are progressed efficiently, on time and in line with business objectives.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing land development projects and coordinating stakeholders to achieve successful development outcomes.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, development partners and government authorities.
• Undertaking feasibility assessments and monitoring project performance, financial commitments and key milestones.
• Driving project delivery, including obtaining required approvals, implementing project frameworks and managing development risks.
• Developing project strategies and providing recommendations to support innovation, growth and commercial success.

About You

We are seeking a proactive and commercially minded development professional who is passionate about delivering successful project outcomes. To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Demonstrated experience in land development with strong financial and project planning skills, including the ability to prepare and interpret feasibility assessments.
• A solutions-focused approach, with the ability to identify risks and overcome project challenges.
• Well-developed stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across a range of internal and external parties.
• Sound commercial acumen and an understanding of planning considerations and market influences within the development industry.
• Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to plan ahead, mitigate potential delays and deliver projects within agreed timeframes.

Why ABN Group?

We work to create careers, not just jobs. We invite you to be part of a community that values innovation, passion and excellence. Our employee benefits include:

• In-house discounts: We offer exclusive savings through our brands, key suppliers and our dedicated discount hub
• Career growth: Access opportunities to elevate your career within a thriving organisation
• Wellness focus: Dedicated programs to nurture your well-being
• Health coverage: Access discounted private health insurance
• Flexibility: Work arrangements tailored to support your work-life balance
• Parental leave: Paid leave for both primary and non-primary carers