Senior Development Manager

Michael Page; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a Property Development Manager in London to oversee and lead property development projects within the living and hospitality sector. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in roles such as Assistant Development Manager or Project Manager, along with a relevant degree and accreditations. This permanent position offers a competitive salary, a 20% bonus, and various benefits, providing opportunities for professional growth and involvement in diverse projects.

Benefits

20% bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in relevant roles such as Assistant Development Manager, Project Manager, or Quantity Surveyor.
• Strong understanding of construction contract forms, especially JCT DB.
• Ability to analyse construction cost data and present reports on complex developments.

Responsibilities

• Manage ongoing design changes between building and funding contracts.
• Track onsite progress and monitor compliance with planning obligations.
• Engage with key stakeholders for development projects.

Skills

Property development management

Stakeholder engagement

Construction contract knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelors Level Degree in Property Development

Relevant Accreditation (RICS, RIBA)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Role Overview

This role will oversee and lead property development projects within the living and hospitality sector, ensuring efficient delivery and alignment with organisational goals. This role is based in London and requires proven expertise in property development management.

Client Details

Our client is a leading independent Real Estate investment, asset and development company with strong institutional backing. The company is recognised for its focus on property development and asset management, specifically within hospitality, PBSA, built‑to‑rent and senior living projects.

Responsibilities

• Management of ongoing end user design changes, including control of cost and time risk between building and funding contracts
• Tracking of onsite progress
• Monitoring and addressing onsite progress as required of any statutory or planning obligations
• Engaging with key stakeholders as necessitated by the development
• Front End Development, in association with potential future developments and recent acquisitions
• Planning and technical site review, cost evaluation, development strategy, contract tendering and negotiation
• Ad‑hoc fundraising work streams, carried out with Madison’s Finance Team
• Detailed reporting of ongoing projects
• Analysis of industry trends and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ Years Experience in a relevant role, ideally Assistant Development Manager, Project Manager or Quantity Surveyor
• Bachelors Level Degree or Higher in Property Development related degree
• Relevant Accreditation; RICS, RIBA etc.
• Strong understanding of construction contract forms and types, especially JCT DB
• Strong understanding of principles of Development Funding Agreements
• Good knowledge of common construction processes
• Ability to understand, disseminate and present construction cost data
• Able to produce and present reports summarising complex, large scale, developments and associated status
• Good understanding and ability on all common Microsoft programs
• Strong communication, social skills and work ethic

Benefits & Compensation

Very competitive salary

20% bonus and comprehensive benefits package.

Permanent position with genuine opportunities for professional growth and diverse project exposure. fís>

Located in London, offering a central and accessible working environment.

If you have the skills and experience relevant to this position, please email your cv for a confidential discussion about your experience in relation to this role.