Development Manager Plymouth Permanent
We are seeking a Development Manager to join a growing team delivering Build-to-Rent (BTR) schemes in and around Plymouth. This is a key role focused on coordinating projects from early planning stages through to completion and handover, ensuring the smooth and compliant delivery of residential apartment schemes, including change-of-use developments for the rental market.
Responsibilities
* Coordinate developments from planning approval through to practical completion and handover
* Act as a central point of contact between design teams, construction teams, consultants, and stakeholders
* Ensure all contractual information, documentation, and obligations are clearly understood and managed
* Oversee the procurement and coordination of utilities and service connections
* Monitor project progress to ensure delivery is in line with programme timelines and key milestones
* Track and manage project budgets, highlighting risks and ensuring cost control
* Liaise with funders, investors, and internal stakeholders, providing regular updates and reports
* Support the management of planning conditions, compliance, and statutory approvals
* Ensure developments are delivered in line with Build-to-Rent operational requirements and standards
* Assist in the handover process, ensuring units are delivered ready for occupation and letting
Requirements
* Proven experience in a Development role
* MRICS or near to completion
* Background in residential development, Build-to-Rent or change-of-use schemes would be advantageous.
* Strong understanding of the development lifecycle from planning through to delivery
* Knowledge of contracts, planning processes, and project delivery frameworks
* Ability to manage multiple stakeholders including funders and external consultants
* Commercial awareness with experience in budget monitoring and programme management
* Highly organised with strong communication and coordination skills
Desirable
* Experience working on apartment schemes or large-scale residential developments
* Exposure to funding structures or investor reporting
This is an excellent opportunity for a driven development professional to play a key role in delivering high-quality rental accommodation schemes across Plymouth. You will be instrumental in ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, compliantly, and to a high standard, supporting the successful transformation of buildings into modern rental apartments.
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