Development Project Manager

Built Alliance are delighted to be seeking a Development Project Manager to join a fast-growing tech driven Property Investment & Development Company where you will have full ownership of the development lifecycle across an impressive and growing portfolio of mixed-use high profile (Commercial/BTR Residential) development schemes across the North West.

This is a hybrid role combining development and project management, suited to an experienced professional who is confident to lead projects from land acquisition through to delivery and operation making this a very niche and involved role.

Working closely with the acquisitions team and in-house contractor, you will drive performance across programme, cost and quality on high-impact projects within a business that proudly combines development expertise with in-house delivery capability.

Key Responsibilities

* Identify and assess development opportunities, leading feasibility studies and appraisals

* Manage projects end-to-end: acquisition, planning, procurement, delivery and handover

* Lead the planning process including S106, S278, S73 and condition discharge etc

* Oversee cash flow, budgets and development performance against appraisal

* Work closely with the in-house contractor to manage design, tender and construction

* Appoint and manage external consultants across all RIBA stages

* Report on progress, risks and returns to investors and senior stakeholders

* Support leasing, marketing and operational strategies

* Ensure all legal, planning and contractual obligations are met

Requirements

* Multiple years experience in development and project management

* Proven track record delivering mixed-use schemes end-to-end (Ideally within BTR, High rise residential and hotels etc)

* In-depth knowledge of the UK planning system

* Experience managing and leading multi-disciplinary teams

* Confident stakeholder and investor reporting

* Client-side or developer background and experience working for or with in-house or D&B contractors

* A good understanding of the North West Property and Built Environment market knowledge

* MRICS, MCIOB or MAPM (not super essential, the right experience is key with this one)

* Understanding of BTR and placemaking strategies

Not a typical role we often have the pleasure of recruiting for, if you would like to find out more, please do contact Rob Hayton at Built Alliance