Senior Construction & Development Lead (North England)

Daniel Owen Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Electric vehicle equivalent

Fuel card

Annual bonus 15%

Hybrid working

Pension

Job summary

Daniel Owen Ltd in Cumbria is seeking an experienced Construction Development Manager to oversee a growing portfolio of property developments across the North of England. You will manage projects from planning approval through to construction, completion and handover, balancing programmes and budgets while coordinating architects, engineers, planners and contractors to deliver high standards.

Hybrid working is available, with travel across the North East and North West and a competitive package

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of construction and development delivery.
• Experience delivering residential, commercial or mixed-use developments.
• Budgeting, forecasting and contract administration experience.
• Experience managing consultants, contractors and multidisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of UK construction processes, planning requirements and building regulations.
• Ability to identify project risks and resolve issues to protect programme and budget.
• Strong negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing developments from planning approval through to practical completion and handover.
• Creating and maintaining project programmes, monitoring milestones and delays.
• Preparing and reviewing development appraisals, budgets, cash flows and cost forecasts.
• Monitoring project expenditure and identifying opportunities to improve value and profitability.
• Managing contractor valuations, variations and financial reporting.
• Coordinating architects, engineers, planners, ecologists, surveyors and other consultants.
• Managing planning applications and the discharge of planning conditions.
• Procuring and appointing contractors, subcontractors and professional consultants.
• Leading tender processes, contract negotiations and supplier performance reviews.
• Monitoring contractor performance across programme, cost, quality and health and safety.
• Building relationships with local authorities, utility providers, joint venture partners and stakeholders.
• Providing clear project updates and accurate financial reporting to the Managing Director.
• Carrying out site visits and inspections to monitor progress, quality and compliance.
• Ensuring projects meet CDM Regulations and all relevant health and safety requirements.

Education

5+ years experience in construction, property development or project management

Qualified in Construction Management/Quantity Surveying/Project Management/Civil Engineering

Job description

Daniel Owen Ltd in Cumbria is seeking an experienced Construction Development Manager to oversee a growing portfolio of property developments across the North of England. You will manage projects from planning approval through to construction, completion and handover, balancing programmes and budgets while coordinating architects, engineers, planners and contractors to deliver high standards.

Hybrid working is available, with travel across the North East and North West and a competitive package