Senior Development Manager

Deverell Smith Recruitment Ltd; Essex; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Development Manager to oversee the planning, design, and procurement of various development projects. The role involves managing public consultations, preparing feasibility assessments, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. Ideal candidates must have a strong understanding of residential planning and proven experience in running development appraisals. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative community developments in the UK.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the residential planning and design process.
• Proven experience running development appraisals and feasibility studies.
• Ability to manage workstreams autonomously and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, design, and procurement of development projects.
• Manage public consultations and coordinate planning submissions.
• Support and negotiate legal agreements, including Section 106.

Skills

Residential planning process

Development appraisals

Public procurement

Stakeholder management

Financial reasoning

Job description

Development Manager / Senior Development Manager

Deverellsmith has partnered with a leading construction and development business with a strong track record of delivering high-quality residential, mixed-use, and regeneration schemes. The business is known for shaping communities through sustainable and innovative developments, working in close partnership with housing associations, local authorities, and private sector partners.

Due to significant growth plans, a strong pipeline of secured long-term strategic partnerships, and several strategic sites expected to achieve planning consent through 2026, the business is looking to expand its development team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting in (or leading, depending on level) the planning, design, and procurement of development projects
• Managing public consultations and coordinating planning submissions
• Supporting and negotiating legal agreements, including Section 106 and development agreements
• Preparing and managing development appraisals and feasibility assessments
• Producing reports and presentations for internal stakeholders, partners, and funders
• Working collaboratively with internal teams, consultants, local authorities, and joint venture partners to ensure successful project delivery

Experience & Skills Required

• Strong understanding of the residential planning and design process
• Proven experience running development appraisals and feasibility studies
• Experience of public procurement, joint ventures, and local authority development partnerships
• Ability to manage workstreams autonomously and meet deadlines
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Commercially minded with sound financial and strategic reasoning