Development Manager

About the Role
My client is looking for a driven and commercially astute Development Manager to play a key role in shaping and delivering future development programme.This is an exciting opportunity to identify, secure, and lead land and development opportunities that will help create high-quality, sustainable communities and deliver much-needed affordable homes.You'll take ownership of projects from initial site identification through to planning consent, working collaboratively with a wide range of partners and stakeholders to bring schemes to life.

What You'll Be Doing
Strategic & Commercial Impact

• Identify and secure new land and development opportunities aligned to our ambitions
• Contribute to regeneration strategies and sustainable place-making
• Analyse housing markets and advise on development opportunities
• Prepare robust financial appraisals and funding bids

End-to-End Project Delivery

• Lead development opportunities from concept to planning approval
• Manage feasibility, design development, and compliance with quality standards
• Oversee procurement of consultants and contractors
• Ensure strong financial control and delivery against KPIs

Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong relationships with local authorities, developers, Homes England, and landowners
• Lead external consultations and incorporate customer feedback into schemes
• Represent the organisation and enhance its profile as a leading developer

Governance & Performance

• Prepare clear, high-quality reports for senior leadership and board approvals
• Monitor performance against business plans and regulatory requirements
• Ensure compliance with Homes England and audit standard

What We're Looking For
Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in housing development, planning, or regeneration
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple schemes
• Commercial awareness with experience in financial appraisals and viability modelling
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills
• Ability to analyse complex data and make informed decisions
• Knowledge of housing sector policy, planning systems, and development challenges

Who You Are

• A strong communicator who can influence and engage at all levels
• Self-motivated with a proactive and solution-focused mindset
• Able to manage competing priorities and thrive in a fast-paced environment

Innovative, adaptable, and committed to delivering high-quality outcomes

What you need to do now

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