ACR are working in conjunction with an innovative and successful Developer who have a very exciting opening for Development Manager to be based in their Essex region.
The role will focus on the identification, acquisition, and strategic delivery of serviced land parcels, working with a wide range of stakeholders including landowners, leaseholders and local authorities to name a few. You will be responsible for the end-to-end development lifecycle – from land acquisition and legal negotiations through planning, infrastructure delivery, and disposal of serviced plots – with a strong emphasis on financial viability, project management, and strategic partnerships.
Some duties include:
* Identify and secure strategic land opportunities suitable for residential development within the project.
* Maximise land value through planning promotion, design optimisation, and infrastructure phasing strategies.
* Lead or support the structuring and execution of joint venture partnerships, with both private developers and public sector organisations.
* Oversee and coordinate planning applications for residential and mixed-use schemes, from pre-application through to determination including Section 106.
* Manage and coordinate infrastructure sectional agreements (S38, S104, S185, S278) in partnership with legal and technical teams.
* Lead the delivery of infrastructure works, including roads, drainage, utilities, and public open space, to ensure timely and cost-effective servicing of land.
Our client do require someone with previous experience working directly for a Developer and are looking for someone with:
* A degree in Real Estate, Planning, Civil Engineering, or a related field (desirable)
* Strong negotiation and communication skills
* Commercial and strategic thinker with a detail-oriented mindset
* Excellent project management and organisational ability
* The ability to effectively negotiate, motivate and communicate in order to influence others to ensure that the required programmes are met
* A proven track record in residential development with emphasis on buying and selling serviced land parcels
For more information, please apply and ACR will be in touch.