Senior Development Manager

Blayze Group; England; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housebuilder is seeking a Senior Development Manager to oversee significant residential projects in London. This role requires expertise in the development lifecycle, project management, and strong stakeholder relationships. A competitive salary and excellent benefits package are offered, along with opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in residential development with a housebuilder or developer.
• Strong knowledge of the UK planning process.
• Exceptional project management and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead the development process from planning to completion.
• Oversee planning submissions and support negotiations.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Budget Management

Leadership

Planning Process Knowledge

UK Housing Market Knowledge

Education

Relevant degree or professional qualification (RICS, RTPI)

Job description

Are you a seasoned Development Manager looking to take the lead on large-scale residential projects? We're seeking an experienced and driven Senior Development Manager to oversee two exciting new housing developments based in East & North London. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and highly regarded housebuilder delivering quality communities across the region.

The Role:

Reporting into the Head of Development, you will take full ownership of the development lifecycle - from acquisition support, through planning, design, and delivery - ensuring each scheme is delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard. With two flagship sites under your remit, you'll play a key strategic and operational role, liaising with internal teams, external consultants, and local authorities to bring ambitious visions to life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and lead the development process from planning to completion
  
• Work closely with land, technical, commercial, and construction teams
  
• Oversee planning submissions and support Section 106/CIL negotiations
  
• Manage design development and ensure compliance with relevant policy and regulations
  
• Lead project appraisals and ensure financial viability throughout
  
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, partners, and statutory bodies
  

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in residential development, ideally with a housebuilder, developer or H/A
  
• Strong knowledge of the planning process and UK housing market
  
• Exceptional project management and leadership skills
  
• Commercially astute with experience in managing budgets and appraisals
  
• Confident communicator and effective stakeholder manager
  
• Relevant degree or professional qualification (RICS, RTPI, etc.) desirable
  

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary from 90k to 100k
  
• Excellent benefits package
  
• Genuine career development opportunities within a supportive and forward-thinking business
  

This is your chance to lead on transformative residential developments that will shape communities for generations to come.

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