Construction Development Manager

Proactive Personnel are currently recruiting for a Construction Development Manager for a rapidly growing company in the build to rent sector. This company has huge growth plans for the next 5 years and this role will play a vital part for this.

About This Role

The Construction Development Manager will support the Head of Development Delivery in the management and delivery of residential development projects across our Build-to-Rent platform.

You will play a key role in ensuring developments are delivered in line with agreed specifications, timescales, and budgets, and that they all meet all necessary legislative and regulatory requirements. This role requires a proactive individual with strong technical project management skills, capable of driving forward multiple schemes while collaborating effectively with both internal teams and external consultants and contractors.
What You Will Do

• Support the Head of Development delivery in the oversight and successful delivery of residential developments.
• Ensure all projects are delivered in line with the employers requirements, contractor proposals, and contract documentation.
• Monitor construction progress from contract execution through to practical completion.
• Manage and coordinate internal and external delivery teams, including Employers Agents, Clerk of Works, consultants and contractors.
• Attend and contribute to site meetings, providing concise updates to internal and external stakeholders.
• Track and report on project timelines, budgets, and risks.
• Review and manage project variations and provisional sums, ensuring value for money.
• Assist in the appointment of ongoing management of key external project team members
• Work closely with the Head of Development Delivery to maintain alignment between design, construction, and operational expectations.
• Oversee the delivery of amenity and communal areas in collaboration with operational teams.
• Ensure projects meet quality standards and align with operational and long-term investment objectives.
• Maintain accurate and timely reporting to internal teams, including the residential management team.
• Uphold compliance with relevant legislation and manage the associated gateway process where applicable.
• Act as a key member of the delivery team, contributing to the development of internal processes and project outcomes.

The ideal candidate

• Proven experience in project management within the residential development sector,
• Chartered membership with a relevant professional body (e.g., RICS, CIOB, AMP).
• Strong Knowledge of contract administration, employers requirements, and contractors proposals.
• Experience managing construction projects from contract to exchange through to completion.
• Ability to lead and coordinate a team of internal and external professionals.
• Strong understanding of construction, quality assurance, compliance, sustainability and building regulations.
• Track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and to a high standard.
• Experience engaging with investors and senior stakeholders, providing clear and concise reporting on project progress.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a proactive and problem-solving approach.
• Familiarity with residential asset management strategies and long-term investment principles.
• Proven experience delivering high-rise and/or Higher-Risk Buildings (HRBs).

Desirable

• Experience in forward funded residential development schemes.
• Knowledge of sustainability and ESG principles in residential development.

Whats on offer

As well as working with a friendly, inclusive and incredibly supportive team who care about their work and take great pride in our buildings, we offer:

A competitive salary (£80,000 - £100,000, depending on experience, 10+ years experience and qualifications for the latter)

Discretionary bonus

27 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Group Personal Pension with Royal London (salary sacrifice available)

Employee Assistance Program

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Optical eVouchers

Cycle and Tech schemes