Development Manager

Avocet; Warwick; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing provider in the UK is seeking a Development Manager to oversee the delivery of high-quality housing projects. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in project management and housing development, along with exceptional communication skills to coordinate with various stakeholders. This role offers a supportive work environment with great benefits.

Benefits

Excellent working environment

Great benefits

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in housing development and project management.
• Proven ability to streamline processes and build relationships.
• Excellent communication skills with experience in risk management.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of housing development projects.
• Oversee on-site project management for construction.
• Coordinate specialist and technical teams for project delivery.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Budget oversight

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree level qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

Development-related financial appraisal software

Job description

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Due to expansion, we are seeking a highly skilled Development Manager to join our team of dedicated housing professionals. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project and contract management, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality housing projects on time and within budget. This role requires exceptional communication skills, the ability to work effectively with internal and external partners, and a commitment to promoting best practices.

Role requirements:

• Manage the delivery of housing development projects with internal and external partners.
• Oversee on-site project management and ensure high standards in new homes construction.
• Coordinate specialist and technical teams for successful project delivery.
• Manage capital budgets, ensuring alignment with approved targets and funding criteria.

What you need to be successful:

• Extensive experience in housing development, affordable housing, and project management, with skills in land acquisition, contract management, and budget oversight.
• Proven ability to streamline processes, build relationships with developers and stakeholders, and promote best practices in construction and development.
• Excellent communication skills to engage diverse communities and partners, with experience in risk management, negotiating positive outcomes, and managing contractors.
• Qualifications to degree level or equivalent experience are beneficial, with proficiency in development-related financial appraisal software and managing development budgets. Ability to work with demanding, contentious, and sensitive situations is essential.

Applicants with transferable qualities are encouraged to apply.

Company Benefits:

This client prides itself on providing an excellent working environment and great benefits. We support our colleagues because without their commitment, we could not deliver our range of services to customers.

If you believe this role is of interest, please contact us as soon as possible.