Strategic Development Manager - Multi-Site Projects (SE QLD)

Project Partners; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Project Partners on the Gold Coast seeks a Development Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of site development in SE Queensland. You will work with the MD and coordinate with investors, funders, consultants, councils, and authorities to drive projects from site acquisition through handover.

You’ll need proven experience across multi-residential, mixed-use, or commercial developments, with strong skills in financial modelling, feasibility, and risk analysis.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in property development, with a background in construction or project management in Queensland.
• Proven ability to manage residential, commercial, industrial or mixed-use developments.
• Strong skills in financial modelling, development feasibility, and investment analysis.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Property Economics/Real Estate, Urban Planning, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Ability to develop and manage project budgets, schedules, and ensure regulatory and industry standards.
• Well-developed project management, leadership, negotiation, presentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead site evaluation and opportunity analysis across sites in South-East Queensland, aligning with investment strategies.
• Oversee project design, planning, approvals, and construction phases ensuring regulatory compliance and quality.
• Manage budgets, cash flow analyses, and financial reporting to drive profitable project delivery.
• Engage and manage consultants including architects, engineers, planners, and contractors, administering contracts and procurement.
• Act as primary contact for investors, Government agencies, consultants, contractors, suppliers and internal teams.
• Support sales and marketing strategies by collaborating with sales agents and marketing teams to maximize project success.
• Ensure projects adhere to health, safety, environmental policies, and uphold company values including integrity and collaboration.
• Lead and develop a dedicated team fostering a culture of cooperation, ownership, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Property development

Construction management

Investment analysis

Financial modelling

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Property Economics/Real Estate/Urban Planning/Construction Management/Business Administration

Job description

Project Partners on the Gold Coast seeks a Development Manager to oversee the full lifecycle of site development in SE Queensland. You will work with the MD and coordinate with investors, funders, consultants, councils, and authorities to drive projects from site acquisition through handover.

You’ll need proven experience across multi-residential, mixed-use, or commercial developments, with strong skills in financial modelling, feasibility, and risk analysis.