Package: £100,000 - 115,000 basic salary plus bonus & benefits
Capstone partnered with a leading international investor & developer in the residential sector in their search to appoint a Senior Development Manager to play a pivotal role in a well‑capitalised expansion into the UK Build‑To‑Rent sector.
About the Role:
As the Senior Development Manager, you will take a leadership position in designing, shaping, and controlling all aspects related to the fund's property development activities. This role presents an exciting opportunity to play a major role in creating one of the largest Build‑to‑Rent (BTR) portfolios in the UK.
Key Responsibilities:
* Work closely with the Head of UK & Development Director to grow a BTR platform with significant capital secured from institutional investors.
* Manage an existing development team, overseeing development projects ranging from 250 to 500 residential units in London and key regional cities.
* Lead technical due diligence on all new development projects, coordinating contract documents with the legal team.
* Oversee development forward‑funding and joint‑venture partners, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and in line with required standards.
* Manage direct development projects, both pre and post‑planning, including the management of professional teams and external stakeholders.
* Lead the implementation of an ambitious sustainability strategy.
* Collaborate with the investment team in the preparation of development appraisals and financial models to assess project viability.
Requirements:
* Degree in Surveying/Property/Construction/Architecture or relevant qualifications/experience.
* +8 years of experience and a strong track record in managing similar residential development projects.
* Proven project management experience, including overseeing the entire life cycle of development and construction processes.
* Knowledge of building regulations, technical building specifications, planning application processes, construction, and procurement processes.
* Experience in institutional BTR forward‑funding projects is advantageous.
If this opportunity sounds of interest, please reach out to Rob Josin for a confidential discussion on +44 (0) 203 757 5010 or email r.joslin@capstone-recruitment.com
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