Senior Development Manager

Capstone Property Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Development Manager to lead the expansion into the UK Build-To-Rent sector. This pivotal role involves overseeing a development team and managing projects that will shape a significant portfolio in residential development. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in project management, sustainability strategies, and technical due diligence. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the creation of one of the largest BTR portfolios in the UK, ensuring projects meet high standards and are delivered on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in managing residential development projects.
• Strong track record in project management across development and construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage development projects from inception to completion.
• Collaborate with investment teams on project viability assessments.

Skills

Project Management

Sustainability Strategy

Technical Due Diligence

Building Regulations Knowledge

Financial Modelling

Education

Degree in Surveying

Degree in Property

Degree in Construction

Degree in Architecture

Job description

Job Title: Senior Development Manager
Location: London
Package: £100,000 - 115,000 basic salary plus bonus & benefits

Capstone partnered with a leading international investor & developer in the residential sector in their search to appoint a Senior Development Manager to play a pivotal role in a well-capitalised expansion into the UK Build-To-Rent sector.

About the Role:

As the Senior Development Manager, you will take a leadership position in designing, shaping, and controlling all aspects related to the fund's property development activities. This role presents an exciting opportunity to play a major role in creating one of the largest Build-to-Rent (BTR) portfolios in the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Work closely with the Head of UK & Development Director to grow a BTR platform with significant capital secured from institutional investors.
2. Manage an existing development team, overseeing development projects ranging from 250 to 500 residential units in London and key regional cities.
3. Lead technical due diligence on all new development projects, coordinating contract documents with the legal team.
4. Oversee development forward-funding and joint venture partners, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and in line with required standards.
5. Manage direct development projects, both pre and post-planning, including the management of professional teams and external stakeholders.
6. Lead the implementation of an ambitious sustainability strategy.
7. Collaborate with the investment team in the preparation of development appraisals and financial models to assess project viability.

Requirements:

1. Degree in Surveying/Property/Construction/Architecture or relevant qualifications/experience.
2. +8 years of experience and a strong track record in managing similar residential development projects.
3. Proven project management experience, including overseeing the entire life cycle of development and construction processes.
4. Knowledge of building regulations, technical building specifications, planning application processes, construction, and procurement processes.
5. Experience in institutional BTR forward-funding projects is advantageous.

If this opportunity sounds of interest, please reach out to Sam Lee for a confidential discussion on (0) or email