Development Manager

Pro Staff Construction; Swansea; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading house builder in South Wales seeks an experienced Development Manager to manage residential development opportunities. You will engage with stakeholders, oversee planning applications, and prepare funding applications. A strong background in land and development is essential. The role offers a competitive salary of £60,000 - £65,000, alongside a supportive team culture and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Car/car allowance

Pension

Benefits

Qualifications

• Strong background in land and development within residential construction.
• Proven experience of managing feasibility, planning, and pre-construction activities.
• Knowledge of affordable housing delivery and funding mechanisms in Wales.

Responsibilities

• Identify and appraise potential development sites aligned with local housing needs.
• Prepare and coordinate funding applications in collaboration with RSLs.
• Manage relationships with stakeholders, including RSLs and communities.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation skills

Financial appraisal

Job description

Overview

New Permanent Opportunity - Development Manager. Pro Staff Construction is working with a leading house builder in South Wales that are looking to appoint an experienced Development Manager to join their growing team.

The Role

Reporting to the Land & Development Director, you will play a key role in identifying, assessing, and managing residential development opportunities from initial feasibility through to contract stage.

• Identify and appraise potential development sites aligned with local housing needs and planning policy.
• Undertake feasibility assessments, title checks, and risk reviews.
• Prepare and coordinate funding applications (e.g., SHG) in collaboration with RSLs.
• Develop financial models to assess project viability and affordability.
• Lead the design process with consultants and architects, ensuring compliance with WDQR 2021 and Net Zero Carbon ambitions.
• Oversee planning applications and liaise with local authorities, statutory consultees, and communities.
• Manage relationships with stakeholders, including RSLs, landowners, and Welsh Government officials.
• Support contract negotiations, Section 106 obligations, and legal agreements.
• Report on project progress to boards, funders, and stakeholders.

About You

• Strong background in land and development within residential construction.
• Proven experience of managing feasibility, planning, and pre-construction activities.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of affordable housing delivery and funding mechanisms in Wales.
• Commercial awareness with strong financial appraisal capability.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary £60,000 - £65,000 (DOE)
• Attractive package including car/car allowance, pension & benefits
• Supportive team culture and genuine career development opportunities

If this is a position you would like to know more about, please contact Bradley Salt.