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Senior development manager

Eastleigh (Hampshire)
Permanent
Abri
Development manager
Posted: 14 January
Offer description

Key Requirements

This position requires applicants to have aDegree level or professional membership of a construction related institute e.g. RICS RIBA RTPI extensive work experience in the sector.


About Abri

Abri is a large housing provider who own and manage more than 58000 homes and various community assets serving around 113000 customers across the South of England.

We believe everyone has the right to a good quality, safe, warm and sustainable home in a community where they can belong, grow and does that look like in real terms.

We’re investing 689m over the next ten years in our existing homes to improve building safety and make them more energy efficient.

* We’re delivering 10000 homes by 2030 ensuring affordable housing is built where it’s needed most.
* We’re investing in our communities to address local issues and create opportunities for everyone.

As we grow we’re establishing our strong local presence to provide a really good service. Abri has adopted a regional approach to service delivery with our operating areas split into three each with their local governance our colleagues are more visible, accountable and better connected to our customers and local communities to meet their diverse needs.


Role Overview

You will be a Senior Development Manager taking ownership of a portfolio of development projects from pre-contract to practical completion, driving projects to successful completion.


Key Responsibilities

* Work closely with land and planning teams at the pre-contract stage.
* Procure and negotiate building works contracts to support successful additions.
* Manage and/or mentor Development Officers.
* Identify opportunities to maximise the value of schemes while ensuring continuous viability.
* Deliver new homes to the highest standards, on time and within budget.
* Conduct excellent stakeholder management, meeting or exceeding timescales, budget and customer expectations.
* Lead contract negotiations and obtain Board approval.
* Manage complex build budgets and accounts.
* Build strong relationships with local authorities, Homes England and development partners.
* Use decisiveness, persuasiveness and creative problem-solving to deliver on corporate strategy.


Qualifications & Experience

This position requires applicants to have a degree level or professional membership of a construction related institute e.g. RICS, RIBA, RTPI and extensive work experience in the sector.

* Demonstrable skill in leading contract negotiations and obtaining board approval.
* Extensive experience managing complex builds, budgets and accounts.
* Strong commercial awareness and keen eye for detail.
* Excellent stakeholder management skills.


What You Can Expect (Benefits)

* 28 days holiday, the opportunity to buy and sell holiday.
* Generous pension scheme with contributions up to 10%.
* Money off at high street and online retailers.
* Life assurance of 5x your annual salary.
* Generous parental and family leave.
* Health and wellbeing packages.
* Electric car scheme.
* Free eye tests.
* Cycle to Work scheme.
* Personal development opportunities.
* Colleague recognition scheme.
* Flexible working.


About You

We value curiosity, partnership, open communication, and a willingness to embrace possibility and change.

We expect a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults.


Inclusive Culture

We welcome and respect the individual differences, life experiences and knowledge that all colleagues bring to the workplace and value their contributions.

We aim to support flexible working where needs can be met.


Key Skills

* Account Payable
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* General Maintenance
* Contract Attorney
* Jboss


Employment Details

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: 0+ years

Vacancy: 1

Yearly Salary: 50001 - 999999999


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