Senior Development Manager

Campbelltown City Council; Campbelltown; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Campbelltown seeks a Principal Consultant to lead end-to-end development projects, focusing on urban renewal and sustainable growth. The ideal candidate has strong project management skills, a background in private sector development, and relevant educational qualifications. Experience with design tools such as AutoCAD and Adobe Suite is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Significant background in private sector development.
• Ability to apply project and contract management knowledge.
• Proven success providing leadership to multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver end-to-end development projects.
• Manage significant internal and external stakeholders.
• Support sustainable growth and urban renewal.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Strategic direction

Education

Tertiary qualifications in property development

Post-graduate qualifications in construction management

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Suite

InDesign

SketchUp

Job description

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Principal Consultant - Local Government | Capstone

“Campbelltown, where opportunity comes to life” is a growing, vibrant city that offers an abundance of unexpected delights.

On the outer south-western suburbs of Sydney, only 55km from the Sydney CBD and as the capital of the Macarthur region, it has a major role to play as part of one of the fastest growing regions in Australia.

Supported by rich cultures, natural landscapes and positioned on the edge of Sydney, it pushes the boundaries with new ideas and fresh thinking.

About The Role

Reporting to the Executive Manager City Revitalisation and Urban Renewal, you will be responsible for leading and delivering end-to-end development projects on Council owned and/or controlled land as identified in the biennial Statement of Development Intent. This will include feasibility studies through to project financing, delivery methodology, design, construction, and handover across a broad range of development typologies.

This role involves significant internal and external stakeholder management. You will work closely with the City Projects Team, key stakeholders, Executive Director City Transformation, and other Directors, to support the development of innovative and catalytic solutions that reinforce the aspirations of Council to deliver long-term sustainable growth by stimulating profitable urban renewal and development in key locations and sites.

About You

We are seeking an empowering leader who is passionate about delivering quality outcomes for the community of Campbelltown. To be successful, you will present with a significant background in private sector development. In addition, you will have sound project management experience and the ability to apply project and contract management knowledge to the meet statutory and compliance requirements as it applies to the building industry.

You will also have proven success providing leadership and strategic direction to a multi-disciplinary team, with the ability to leverage and mentor junior staff as well.

As expected of such a position, the successful candidate will present with relevant tertiary and post-graduate qualifications in property development, construction management or similar and be able to communicate clearly and persuasively with people from a broad range of backgrounds and knowledge. Experience with programs such as InDesign, Adobe Suit, AutoCAD and Sketch up is also desirable.

To access a copy of the comprehensive candidate brochure, please visit our website, locate the advertisement under the job search function, and then directly request the brochure through the online form.

For any specific role related concerns or queries, please contact Gareth Broadrick or Tamar Aslanian at [e-mail]

Recruitment Timeline

Closing Date: Midnight Friday 12th September 2025

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Design

• Industries

  Government Administration

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