3,017 Development Manager jobs in the United Kingdom

This growing, North West-based developer is leading the way in delivering high-quality, 100% affordable residential projects across the region. With a fully integrated model and a strong project pipeline, they're committed to sustainable, design-led regeneration that meets real community needs. As part of their continued expansion, they are seeking a talented Development Manager to join their team at a pivotal time of growth.

Our client is seeking an experienced and proactive Development Manager to oversee projects from pre-acquisition through to detailed design and early construction. You'll take the lead on land viability assessments, planning strategy, and consultant management, while driving developments through RIBA Stages 0-3. The role involves close collaboration with directors and internal teams, and includes technical, commercial, and design coordination to ensure schemes are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with business goals.

• Producing land viability reports and development appraisals, identifying risks and constraints

• Leading on planning applications and strategic planning alongside internal and external teams

• Managing the design process through RIBA stages, ensuring alignment with cost plans and technical strategies

• Procuring and appointing external consultants for planning, design, and pre-construction

• Collaborating with the in-house delivery team to support seamless project handover post-RIBA 3

• Overseeing project budgets, risks, and performance, reporting regularly to the board

• Coordinating technical reviews and ensuring robust development strategies for each site

• Monitoring project timelines, consultant output, and progression through planning gateways

• Degree in Development, Construction, or a related field

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a development management role (residential or mixed-use schemes preferred)

• Strong understanding of planning, feasibility, and pre-construction design phases

• Experience delivering high-density or multi-unit housing projects

• Excellent commercial and technical awareness

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

• Proven ability to lead diverse project teams (internal and external)

• Highly organised, able to work independently and manage multiple priorities

• A salary of 65000 - 7000 with comprehensive package (pension scheme, car allowance, etc.)

• 30 days annual leave (including

The Development Manager will lead and oversee property development projects within the not-for-profit sector, ensuring delivery aligns with organisational goals and standards. Based in Liverpool, this role requires a proactive individual with experience in property project management and a passion for delivering impactful outcomes.

Client Details

The employer is a not-for-profit organisation operating within the property sector, focused on delivering value-driven projects that positively impact communities. As a mid-sized organisation, they are committed to innovation and excellence in their sector.

Description

• Manage and oversee property development projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
• Prepare and monitor project budgets, ensuring costs remain within approved limits.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver projects on time and to the required standard.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with development projects.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards within the property sector.
• Provide regular progress reports to senior management and key stakeholders.
• Negotiate contracts with contractors and suppliers to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Support the organisation's wider objectives by contributing to strategic development plans.

Profile

A successful Development Manager should have:

• Relevant qualifications in property management, construction, or a related field.
• Proven experience managing end-to-end property development projects.
• Strong knowledge of regulations and compliance standards within the property sector.
• Excellent budgeting and financial management skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders.
• Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• A results-driven approach with a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary of approximately 55-60K per annum.
• Permanent role offering stability and career progression opportunities.
• Opportunity to work in Liverpool within the impactful not-for-profit sector.
• Chance to lead meaningful property projects that benefit communities.
• Supportive organisational culture and collaborative environment.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Development Manager, we encourage you to apply today

• Business Communication: Has effective internal working relationships across key functions to ensure the delivery of the Development process activity.
• Leadership: Manages and supports the team to effectively deliver the development activity to the highest standard, ensuring delivery of projects through critical path management
• Customer: Has good overall awareness of retailer development requirements and their relevant brand standards. Has effective customer relationships.
• Culinary: Has the ability to present product to internal and external customers. Demonstrates culinary knowledge and expertise
• Category Management: Has an understanding of category management principles and the ability to apply them.

• Product Innovation: Has a good awareness of relevant food trends, uses all mediums to generate ideas and has the ability to funnel and prioritise.
• Business Knowledge: Fully understands relevant site capabilities and has an understanding of broader Group capabilities.
• Product Development Cycle: Manages the internal business development process ensuring product development delivers in line with customer and business expectations.
• Market Awareness: Has an overall awareness of relevant product ranges in the market. Monitors and benchmarks product quality and escalates issues.
• Pipeline Management: Responsible for ensuring all product development is clear and accurate on sector pipeline document.

• Behaviours: Attention to detail, fast paced, positive, dynamic, creative, tenacious, resilient, alignment to BV values.

• 1-2 years experience from a similar FMCG role with the food industry
• Excellent organisational, investigative problem solving and communication skills
• Drive, energy and enthusiasm
• Previous experience of working within a results orientated team
• Good standard of IT skills to include power point, word and excel
• Customer experience
• People management skills
• Innovative
• Critical thinking skills
• Critical path management
• Full UK Driving licence {Location dependent}

• Life Assurance (2.5 x salary)
• Private medical insurance
• Annual Bonus Scheme
• 25 days holiday plus 8

A leading residential developer is seeking an experienced Development Manager to join their team, based out of their head office in Central London.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a business with a significant pipeline, now operating across 15 active developments. The schemes are diverse in both scale and construction methodology, encompassing a mix of RC frame and traditional build developments.

• Manage the full development lifecycle from pre-planning through to delivery

• Take ownership of the planning application process, including liaison with local authorities and stakeholders

• Navigate post-planning legal matters, including Section 106 agreements and affordable housing negotiations

• Oversee consultants and internal teams to ensure timelines and budgets are achieved

• Collaborate with construction and technical teams to ensure seamless transition from planning to build

• Proven experience in a Development Manager role within the residential sector

• Strong background in planning applications and planning strategy

• Exposure to post-planning legal processes and affordable housing obligations

• Familiarity with both RC frame and timber frame construction preferred

• Ability to manage multiple schemes concurrently in a high-paced environment

• Competitive salary of circa 75,000

• 5,000 car allowance

• Performance-related bonus

• Private healthcare

• Company pension

• 25 days holiday (plus

• Business Communication: Has effective internal working relationships across key functions to ensure the delivery of the Development process activity.
• Leadership: Manages and supports the team to effectively deliver the development activity to the highest standard, ensuring delivery of projects through critical path management
• Customer: Has good overall awareness of retailer development requirements and their relevant brand standards. Has effective customer relationships.
• Culinary: Has the ability to present product to internal and external customers. Demonstrates culinary knowledge and expertise
• Category Management: Has an understanding of category management principles and the ability to apply them.

• Product Innovation: Has a good awareness of relevant food trends, uses all mediums to generate ideas and has the ability to funnel and prioritise.
• Business Knowledge: Fully understands relevant site capabilities and has an understanding of broader Group capabilities.
• Product Development Cycle: Manages the internal business development process ensuring product development delivers in line with customer and business expectations.
• Market Awareness: Has an overall awareness of relevant product ranges in the market. Monitors and benchmarks product quality and escalates issues.
• Pipeline Management: Responsible for ensuring all product development is clear and accurate on sector pipeline document.

• Behaviours: Attention to detail, fast paced, positive, dynamic, creative, tenacious, resilient, alignment to BV values.

• 1-2 years experience from a similar FMCG role with the food industry
• Excellent organisational, investigative problem solving and communication skills
• Drive, energy and enthusiasm
• Previous experience of working within a results orientated team
• Good standard of IT skills to include power point, word and excel
• Customer experience
• People management skills
• Innovative
• Critical thinking skills
• Critical path management
• Full UK Driving licence {Location dependent}

• Life Assurance (2.5 x salary)
• Private medical insurance
• Annual Bonus Scheme
• 25 days holiday plus 8

This growing, North West-based developer is leading the way in delivering high-quality, 100% affordable residential projects across the region. With a fully integrated model and a strong project pipeline, they're committed to sustainable, design-led regeneration that meets real community needs. As part of their continued expansion, they are seeking a talented Development Manager to join their team at a pivotal time of growth.

Our client is seeking an experienced and proactive Development Manager to oversee projects from pre-acquisition through to detailed design and early construction. You'll take the lead on land viability assessments, planning strategy, and consultant management, while driving developments through RIBA Stages 0-3. The role involves close collaboration with directors and internal teams, and includes technical, commercial, and design coordination to ensure schemes are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with business goals.

• Producing land viability reports and development appraisals, identifying risks and constraints

• Leading on planning applications and strategic planning alongside internal and external teams

• Managing the design process through RIBA stages, ensuring alignment with cost plans and technical strategies

• Procuring and appointing external consultants for planning, design, and pre-construction

• Collaborating with the in-house delivery team to support seamless project handover post-RIBA 3

• Overseeing project budgets, risks, and performance, reporting regularly to the board

• Coordinating technical reviews and ensuring robust development strategies for each site

• Monitoring project timelines, consultant output, and progression through planning gateways

• Degree in Development, Construction, or a related field

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a development management role (residential or mixed-use schemes preferred)

• Strong understanding of planning, feasibility, and pre-construction design phases

• Experience delivering high-density or multi-unit housing projects

• Excellent commercial and technical awareness

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

• Proven ability to lead diverse project teams (internal and external)

• Highly organised, able to work independently and manage multiple priorities

• A salary of 65000 - 7000 with comprehensive package (pension scheme, car allowance, etc.)

• 30 days annual leave (including

The Development Manager will lead and oversee property development projects within the not-for-profit sector, ensuring delivery aligns with organisational goals and standards. Based in Liverpool, this role requires a proactive individual with experience in property project management and a passion for delivering impactful outcomes.

Client Details

The employer is a not-for-profit organisation operating within the property sector, focused on delivering value-driven projects that positively impact communities. As a mid-sized organisation, they are committed to innovation and excellence in their sector.

Description

• Manage and oversee property development projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
• Prepare and monitor project budgets, ensuring costs remain within approved limits.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver projects on time and to the required standard.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with development projects.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards within the property sector.
• Provide regular progress reports to senior management and key stakeholders.
• Negotiate contracts with contractors and suppliers to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Support the organisation's wider objectives by contributing to strategic development plans.

Profile

A successful Development Manager should have:

• Relevant qualifications in property management, construction, or a related field.
• Proven experience managing end-to-end property development projects.
• Strong knowledge of regulations and compliance standards within the property sector.
• Excellent budgeting and financial management skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders.
• Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• A results-driven approach with a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary of approximately 55-60K per annum.
• Permanent role offering stability and career progression opportunities.
• Opportunity to work in Liverpool within the impactful not-for-profit sector.
• Chance to lead meaningful property projects that benefit communities.
• Supportive organisational culture and collaborative environment.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Development Manager, we encourage you to apply today

Development Manager

Location: South Hertfordshire (with travel across North London)

Sector: New Build Residential (Build-to-Rent)

Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Salary: Competitive + Package

About the Role

Salter Grange is currently recruiting for a Development Manager to join a well established main contractor. You will be responsible for overseeing the development and delivery of 7–8 live new-build residential projects across the North London region. Each project ranges from 300–400 units, focused exclusively on Build-to-Rent (BTR) schemes.

Working closely with internal delivery teams, subcontractors, design consultants and client stakeholders, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring projects meet programme, budget, and quality targets.

Key responsibilities

• Manage multiple concurrent BTR developments from pre-construction through to completion
• Coordinate with planning, design, commercial, and delivery teams
• Oversee programming, phasing, risk mitigation and client liaison
• Monitor project KPIs and ensure developments align with contractual and regulatory requirements
• Conduct regular site visits across North London to ensure alignment with project goals
• Chair and lead project development meetings

Requirements

• Proven track record working as a Development Manager
• Experience with a main contractor delivering large-scale residential developments
• Strong understanding of design development, planning processes, and construction delivery
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Comfortable managing multiple complex projects simultaneously

To be considered for this opportunity, apply now with your most up to date CV.

We are thrilled to be working closely with one of the South East’s most successful residential-led developers, with their team based in the Hertfordshire region.

With a number of key projects across the NHC region, as well as London, from 150 units up to 1000, due to an internal move, there is at least one opportunity for someone to join to work on a variety of private and JV housing schemes.

You will need to have track record in securing planning for residential-led developments, and ideally working on JVs or mixed-use developments.

You will be involved in (among other responsibilities):

• Managing pre-apps and planning applications through the development process, supporting by external planning consultants.
• Leading on negotiations and JVs with local authorities and RPs.
• Optimising sites through S73 and S96a’s.
• Undertaking due diligence, development appraisals and feasibility and viability studies.
• Liaising with colleagues internally as well as managing external consultants.
• Negotiating S106 agreements.
• Discharging of conditions and dealing with RMAs.
• Attending meetings for Planning Committee, Consultations and similar events in representation of both the Company and clients through the development process.

You will ideally:

• Have experience in a developer, public body or housing association.
• Excellent communication, written and numerate skills.
• Be dedicated, a hard worker and team player.

Please apply here or give me (Kate) a call to discuss. My client is looking to find the right candidate as soon as possible - so if in doubt, do get in touch. I also have other clients and roles that may be of interest.

If you do not hear anything back within one week, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion, but I will retain your details for future roles.

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