Development Manager
17 hours ago
Sevenoaks
Development Manager – Kent (Hybrid) – Kent Housing Association £68,700 per annum 37 hours per week Permanent Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting for a Development Manager on behalf of a Kent based Housing Association to support the delivery of a range of new-build and regeneration projects across Kent in line with their ambitious Growth & Regeneration Strategy. Overview of the role This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving Development Team and play a key role in delivering high-quality housing developments and regeneration projects. The successful candidate will project manage schemes from concept through to completion, working collaboratively with internal teams, residents, and a wide range of external stakeholders. You will manage clients owned land and land-led development opportunities, overseeing planning negotiations, consultant teams, and the delivery of new homes while ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the organisation’s quality standards. Responsibilities • Project manage new-build and regeneration development schemes across the full project lifecycle., • Review, appraise and develop West Kent owned land and potential land acquisitions with or without planning permission., • Lead planning negotiations and manage the planning application process to secure successful outcomes., • Procure and manage external consultants including architects, planners, valuers, and legal advisors., • Work collaboratively with internal teams including Asset Management, Finance, Housing, and Surveying colleagues., • Oversee cost plans, financial forecasts, and development programmes to ensure value for money and project viability., • Manage development risks, contracts, and compliance requirements throughout the construction process., • Engage with residents and stakeholders to support regeneration projects and community outcomes., • Produce detailed reports and analysis for internal approvals, board reports, and executive decision-making., • Support the delivery of departmental targets for new homes handed over each year.Requirements, • Experience delivering housing development projects through the full development lifecycle., • Strong understanding of the planning system and the housing development process., • Experience in project management, contract management, and development appraisals., • Ability to analyse financial forecasts, cost plans, and development programmes., • Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills with the ability to influence and negotiate effectively., • Experience producing detailed reports and presenting information for internal approvals., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel) and development systems such as Pamwin or similar., • Driving licence and access to a vehicle to visit sites across Kent.