Senior Development Manager - Hospitality

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading boutique developer in hospitality is seeking a Senior Development Manager in Slough. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience, particularly in hospitality-led real estate, and will oversee projects from conception through completion, ensuring quality and timeliness. This role offers a unique opportunity for professional growth as the company expands its portfolio across London and Europe.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in a Development Manager or Project Manager role.
• Experience in delivering complex, high-value urban projects.
• Hospitality experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end development delivery from pre-acquisition to post-completion.
• Coordination of external consultants and contractors.
• Programme and budget oversight.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Collaboration

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slough, United Kingdom

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Madison Berkeley are delighted to be working with a rising star within the sector, a boutique developer and operator who are targeting the London & European Hospitality. After a few impressive rounds of capital raising they are in a strong position to deploy funds to build their central London & European portfolio through a mix of repurposing, refurbishments and ground up developments.

We are seeking a Development Manager with 6+ yrs of experience, ideally with a background in hospitality-led real estate. This is a hands-on delivery role, ideal for a Project Manager looking to step into a broader development position or an ambitious Development Manager wanting to scale with a growing business.

Key responsibilities include:

• End-to-end development delivery from pre-acquisition to post-completion
• Coordination of external consultants and contractors
• Planning liaison and management of third-party issues (e.g., rights of light, party wall, utilities)
• Programme and budget oversight
• Input into design, procurement, and pre-opening operations
• Regular site presence and post-PC involvement to stabilisation

Candidates will have:

• 6+ years of experience in a Development Manager or Project Manager capacity
• Proven ability to deliver complex, high-value urban projects
• Hospitality experience preferred (alternatively PBSA, BTR or other living sectors)
• Solid knowledge of London planning policy and procedures
• Confident communicator, strong collaborator, and self-starter
• Comfortable working through all stages – from DD to operational handover
• Passion for hospitality, wellness, and user-led design is a plus