Senior Development Manager Job at Goodman Masson (Barking)

Job Description

Be First is the urban regeneration company for the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham, established to accelerate growth, investment and opportunity across one of London’s most ambitious boroughs. Working at the forefront of regeneration, development and capital delivery, Be First is transforming communities through the delivery of new homes, improved public infrastructure, schools, civic buildings and high-quality public spaces. With a strong focus on creating sustainable places and delivering lasting social value, Be First works closely with Barking and Dagenham Council, development partners, contractors and local communities to deliver projects that make a real difference to residents and businesses. The organisation has built a reputation for innovation, collaboration and successful delivery, playing a key role in shaping the future of Barking and Dagenham. As a result of continued growth within the development programme, Be First is seeking an experienced Senior Development Manager to join its talented Development Team.

Job Responsibility

Lead the management and delivery of major regeneration and residential development projects
Act as client-side project lead across a portfolio of development schemes
Work closely with private sector partners, consultants and Council stakeholders to progress projects through key development stages
Prepare and maintain project plans, development programmes and delivery strategies
Manage multidisciplinary consultant teams and external advisers
Oversee development budgets, financial appraisals, cashflows and project viability
Monitor project performance against agreed milestones and business objectives
Identify, manage and mitigate project risks throughout the development lifecycle
Prepare high-quality reports and business cases for governance approvals and senior stakeholders
Lead community engagement and stakeholder consultation activities
Ensure compliance with Be First governance procedures, project gateways and audit requirements
Support and mentor junior members of the Development Team
Provide commercial and contractual advice to senior management where required

Requirements

Chartered Surveyor status or an equivalent professional qualification
A minimum of five years’ post-qualification experience within housing development, regeneration or property development
A demonstrable track record of delivering residential-led development and regeneration projects
Strong knowledge of development viability, financial appraisals and project funding structures
Experience working with development agreements, joint ventures and regeneration partnerships
A detailed understanding of the development process from acquisition and feasibility through to delivery
Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
Experience managing complex stakeholder relationships across both public and private sector organisations
Experience leading consultation and engagement with local communities and residents
Excellent project management, organisational and problem-solving skills
The ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced development environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and presentation to senior stakeholders

What we offer

Competitive salary and benefits package
Hybrid working arrangements
Exposure to major regeneration and housing development projects
Professional development and career progression opportunities
Collaborative and supportive working environment
The opportunity to make a meaningful impact through high-profile regeneration projects

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