Job Introduction
Development Manager – Land & Natural Resources
About The Role
As a Development Manager, you will take accountability for the planning, promotion, and delivery of strategic real estate projects across our national portfolio. You will lead and manage multi‑disciplinary teams, progressing sites through local plan processes and planning applications while optimising value and identifying the most commercially effective exit strategies. Your role will be central in driving innovation, strengthening our market presence, and ensuring our real estate pipeline is recognised as industry‑leading.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Develop and deliver innovative strategies to maximise returns from real estate assets, including optimised exit strategies
* Manage a diverse project portfolio at all stages of the planning cycle, driving enhanced planning status and value
* Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and approval of investment spend for all development projects
* Identify opportunities and risks across the development pipeline and implement mitigation strategies
* Strengthen engagement with the wider development industry, ensuring our projects and capabilities are highly visible
* Maintain strong connections with Estates Managers and Managing Agents to identify future development opportunities
* Lead teams of technical consultants, ensuring quality, consistency, and value for money
* Represent the organisation with communities and key external stakeholders, including housebuilders, local authorities, and national bodies
* Mentor and support Land Development Surveyors within the team
Key Competencies
* Deep, practical experience in assembling, leading, and managing teams of specialist professionals
* Proven success in securing planning consents and site allocations, including those with complex histories and planning challenges
* Comprehensive understanding of the UK planning system and its political influences
* Strong commercial acumen and experience generating value through strategic property development
* Leadership experience on major development projects, including land assembly
* Expertise in financial matters associated with property development
* Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills across internal and external audiences
The Ideal Candidate
* Have a track record of delivering complex planning outcomes and maximising land value
* Be politically aware, commercially focused, and highly skilled in navigating planning and development landscapes
* Display strong communication, negotiation, and consultancy leadership
* Thrive in a national role with diverse stakeholders and project demands
Qualifications & Experience
* A degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., planning, real estate, land management)
* Chartered status with an appropriate professional body
* Comprehensive knowledge of real estate management, planning regulation, and development processes
* Demonstrable leadership experience in land and property development environments
Why Tarmac
We offer a career that includes industry‑leading rewards and development opportunities, coupled with a culture that puts people first. Benefits include:
* Bonus scheme
* Enhanced holiday entitlement
* Contributory pension scheme
* Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
* Access to the Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
* Access to employee communities covering various cultural, religious, and personal themes
* Training and development opportunities
We’re proud to be part of CRH and an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to support you.
Job Reference
tarmac/TP/115/7705
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