General Manager Developments

Apply Now; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Free on-site parking

Purchased leave options

Salary packaging with novated leasing

Job summary

LDK Seniors Living is seeking a General Manager of Developments to drive the full lifecycle of its development portfolio from feasibility to handover. You will lead a Canberra-based team of Development and Project Managers, oversee budgets, risk, and stakeholder governance, and travel interstate as required, with a Brisbane or Sydney base.

The role demands 10+ years in development or construction management, proven leadership, and strong early-stage and delivery experience across multi-site

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, Architecture, Property or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years' experience in development management or construction project management, including leading project teams.
• Proven experience leading a high performing team of Development Managers and Project Managers.
• Proven experience delivering multi-site developments including new builds and refurbishments.
• Strong experience across due diligence, design, tendering, procurement, contract administration and construction delivery.
• Demonstrated commercial and financial capability with multi-million-dollar budgets and risk management.
• Experience preparing board papers and securing board approval for major projects and investments.
• Experience chairing or running Project Control Groups (PCGs) and managing multiple stakeholders across concurrent projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of LDK's development portfolio across sites and timelines.
• Lead and support Development Managers and project teams across multiple sites.
• Oversee feasibility, technical due diligence, planning, design, procurement and approvals for developments.
• Manage construction delivery, contracts, consultants and contractors through handover and post-occupancy.
• Maintain oversight of development budgets, cashflow, forecasting and project risks.
• Prepare and present board papers for acquisitions, feasibilities and budgets.
• Build strong relationships with executives, government authorities and stakeholders with strong governance.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Budget management

Risk management

Multi-site delivery

Construction management

Governance

Education

Construction Management

Project Management

Engineering

Architecture

Property

Job description

LDK Seniors Living vision is for every senior Australian to be treated with Love, Decency & Kindness in their ageing journey. Our core values of Love, Decency & Kindness underpin our culture and guide every aspect ofeverything we do for our residents and ourteammembers. All LDK villages combine the best part of retirement living and agedcare to deliver our unique One Move Promise® – our guarantee that once our residents call LDK home, they will never have to move again.

About the role

The General Manager of Developments is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing LDK's development portfolio across the full project lifecycle, from site feasibility and planning through to construction, handover and post-occupancy. Leading a multidisciplinary team, including a high performing team of Development and Project Managers based in Canberra, you will take accountability for project quality, timelines, budgets and risk, ensuring every new build, refurbishment and strategic upgrade reflects LDK's commitment to creating exceptional living environments for older Australians.

The role can be based in Brisbane or Sydney where regular interstate travel is required.

Role responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of LDK's development portfolio, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget and to quality standards.
• Lead and support Development Managers and multidisciplinary project teams across multiple sites, including building and sustaining a high performing Canberra-based team of Development and Project Managers.
• Oversee feasibility, technical due diligence, planning, design, procurement and approvals for new developments and strategic projects.
• Manage construction delivery, contracts, consultants and contractors through commissioning, handover and post-occupancy activities.
• Maintain oversight of development budgets, cash flow, forecasting and project risks across the portfolio.
• Prepare and present board papers seeking approval and sign off for acquisitions, feasibilities, budgets, procurement and key project milestones.
• Build strong relationships with executives, government authorities and key stakeholders while maintaining effective project governance, reporting and compliance

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• Tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Project Management, Engineering, Architecture, Property or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years' experience in development management, construction project management or construction management, including leading project teams.
• Proven experience leading a high performing team of Development Managers and Project Managers.
• Proven experience delivering multi-site developments, including new builds, refurbishments and projects within operating sites.
• Strong experience across property due diligence, design, tendering, procurement, contract administration and construction delivery.
• Demonstrated commercial and financial capability, including accountability for multi-million-dollar projects, budgets, cost control and project risk.
• Demonstrated experience preparing board papers and securing board approval for major projects and investment decisions.
• Previous experience chairing or running Project Control Groups (PCGs) and managing multiple internal and external stakeholders across concurrent projects.
• Strong stakeholder management, negotiation and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively with executives, government authorities, consultants and contractors.
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant building codes and federal, state, territory and local government approval processes.
• Experience within residential, retirement living or aged care development will be highly regarded.

Our Employee Value Proposition

LDK villages have established a reputation of being ‘truly happy places’ for residents. We know that this can only be achieved if our team feel connected, respected and valued. When you join LDK, you will be joining a for-purpose, values-led, people-first organisation that empowers and invests in our employees to develop, nurture and grow individual professional capability. You will work in a friendly, open and welcoming environment.

• Competitive salary package
• Free on-site parking
• Purchased leave options, giving you the flexibility to take extra time off when you need it.
• Salary packaging with novated leasing options
• Rewards and retail discountsprogram
• Free daily coffee/tea/standard beverage for allstaff
• Continuous professional development and promotion opportunities
• Excellent company culture underpinnedby Love, Decency and Kindness (LDK)
• Beautiful workplaceenvironmentat all our villages
• On-site cafes andrestaurants available to staff
• Celebration of cultural events amongst staff and residents
• Employeereferral bonus and retention bonus

Our Vision

LDK Seniors’ Living's vision is that all seniors in Australia willbe treated with Love, Decency and Kindness on their ageingjourney. We live, breathe and play by our 3 core values of Love,Decency and Kindness every day. We are proud that every aspect ofour business revolves around these values and our vision to createa senior living option truly worth of Australian seniors, with a‘one move’ promise.

Our employees are valued members of the LDK Family, whether theyare a Registered Nurse or Personal Carer, a Cleaner,Administrator, or a Cook for our residents in our kitchen. Ourongoing commitment is to support and foster their growth anddevelopment, so together we deliver the best possible outcomes forour residents.

Please, only consider employment with LDK Seniors Living if you feelas strongly about our vision and our values as we do.

Please contact the People & Culture team on 07 3739 4120 if you are having any issues completing your application.