Development Manager
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37 hours per week, based in Preston
Up to £53,812.50 per annum
We're looking for a Development Manager to lead our Development and Regeneration Team in delivering high-quality housing projects that meet the needs of our communities. You'll oversee the operational delivery of development schemes, manage relationships with local authorities and Homes England, and ensure our projects align with CGA's strategic goals. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a role that combines leadership, collaboration, and innovation.
What we are looking for:
Experience operating at a management level in a similar role (e.g. project or operational team management).
Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements in housing development.
Experience of managing health and safety risks in a similar role.
A relevant professional qualification or equivalent experience.
It would be great if you also had:
Chartered Institute of Housing qualification.
Evidence of involving customers in designing services.
Why work at Community Gateway?
Our team are what makes us who we are. We aim for a great employee experience and that includes offering a range of benefits, including a generous holiday allowance beginning at 26 days plus bank holidays and including your birthday off and Christmas closure. We also offer free parking, free breakfasts, a company-paid health cashplan for you and your dependents (including 24/7 GP), reward and recognition scheme and much more.
Inclusion is key for us. We would love to hear from people from diverse backgrounds for this role, those who may be underrepresented in our organisation. We aim to be reflective of the communities in which we operate and if you speak a second language this can come in handy!
Working Arrangements
This role has the opportunity to work both from our gorgeous dock-front offices and at home. You should generally expect to be in the office at least 80% of the time, with flexibility given to accommodate business and personal needs.
A bit more about us:
Community Gateway own and manage almost 7000 homes across the city of Preston, but we are so much more than just a landlord. We aim to offer great customer service, providing safe, well-maintained and affordable homes, and making a positive difference to the communities in which we work. We make sure that we manage our business to the highest of standards and are working to create a sustainable future.
And finally, we want to be a great place to work….so if you think you have the skills, experience and can live our values, then we want to hear from you..
If you haven't done so already, check out our candidate pack on our website for more about us and top tips for your application.
Dates for your diary:
The closing date for this role is Tuesday 4th November 2025 atmidnight with interviews held via Teams on 7th November 2025. Successful candidates will be invited for an 'in-person' interview week commencing 10th November 2025.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early so you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
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