Joining a reputable housing provider in Cornwall who provides quality homes and creates new communities across the region.
As a development manager you will be involved in projects from site acquisition through to final delivery and sales. You should have proven ability and knowledge in the UK and local planning process and be able to demonstrate a proven history of achieving planning approvals for residential schemes. Sound understanding of legal aspects related to land transactions, including agreements, contracts, and planning obligations, is essential.
The role of Development Manager
As Development Manager, you will oversee projects from initial land transition through to securing planning approval, ensuring each scheme is practical, financially sound, and aligned with wider business objectives. You'll work closely with external specialists, liaise with planning authorities, guide design direction, and maintain a focus on delivering well‑considered developments.
Duties
* Driving forward development strategy, feasibility, design coordination, and planning activity
* Overseeing consultant teams to prepare and submit robust planning applications
* Establishing and maintaining productive relationships with landowners, planning officers, key stakeholders, and local communities
* Anticipating challenges and implementing solutions to keep projects progressing smoothly
* Monitoring budgets, timelines, and key milestones throughout the pre‑construction phase
Requirements
To apply for the development manager role, you must:
* Be well versed in the planning system
* Have a proven background in achieving planning approvals for residential schemes
* Demonstrate strong commercial awareness
* Work collaboratively within a team environmentHave full project life cycle experience
* Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills
* Show strong problem‑solving ability and a can‑do approach
This is a fixed‑term contract role until June 2027, with a competitive salary plus package and excellent benefits on offer.
Please note this is a Cornwall‑based role where you will be expected to be in the office regularly during the week, however flexibility with hybrid working is available.
Job Details
* Job Title: Development Manager
* Type: Fixed Term Contract
* Duration: Ends June 2027
* Location: Cornwall
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