Development Manager - Residential

Macdonald & Company; Manchester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car Allowance

Bonus

Job summary

A growing UK residential developer is seeking a Development Manager to support its expanding development pipeline. The role involves appraising new development opportunities, coordinating various due diligence processes, and managing consultant teams. Ideal candidates will have experience in residential development and a degree qualification. A competitive salary in the range of £55,000 to £70,000 plus benefits including a car allowance and bonus is offered. For further details, contact Simon Chevis.

Qualifications

• Experience in residential development, advisory or housebuilding.
• Understanding of public procurement and bidding processes.
• Proactive, detail-oriented and delivery focused.

Responsibilities

• Appraise and support due diligence of new residential development opportunities.
• Build and interrogate development appraisals and financial models.
• Coordinate planning, technical, legal and commercial due diligence.
• Support front-end development through RIBA Stages 1–4.
• Appoint and manage professional consultant teams.
• Prepare reports and materials for senior management and board approval.

Skills

Residential development experience

Understanding of public procurement

Strong financial acumen

Advanced Excel skills

Strong report-writing skills

Education

Degree-qualified

Professionally qualified (e.g. MRICS)

Job description

Overview

Development Manager – Residential

residential developer A growing UK residential developer is seeking a Development Manager to support its expanding development pipeline. The business has ambitious growth plans and a strong track record of delivering high-quality, sustainable homes and neighbourhoods. You will support the origination, appraisal and progression of residential development opportunities from early feasibility through planning and pre-construction. You’ll work closely with internal teams and external consultants to ensure projects are viable, deliverable and aligned with strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

• Appraise and support due diligence of new residential development opportunities
• Build and interrogate development appraisals and financial models
• Coordinate planning, technical, legal and commercial due diligence
• Support front-end development through RIBA Stages 1–4
• Appoint and manage professional consultant teams
• Assist with land negotiations, bids and public-sector procurement
• Prepare reports and materials for senior management and board approval

Qualifications

• Experience in residential development, advisory or housebuilding
• Understanding of public procurement and bidding processes
• Strong financial and commercial acumen
• Degree-qualified and/or professionally qualified (e.g. MRICS or working towards)
• Advanced Excel and strong report-writing skills
• Proactive, detail-oriented and delivery focused

Salary and application

Salary and package will depend on experience. Likely c£55-70,000 + Car Allowance and bonus. Possible some further flex on this.

For more information please call Simon Chevis on 0161 607 5087 or [e-mail]