Senior Property Development Manager

Red Personnel is proud to support a leading local authority in West London in their search for a highly skilled Senior Development Manager to join their dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering complex regeneration and development projects that will shape the future of the borough, creating new homes, schools, and community facilities while driving economic growth.

Location: West London
Department: Economy
Reports to: Head of Development
Fulltime - 3 -6 Months initally 
Rate: £500 per day Umbrella 
Responsible for: Development Manager and Development Officer

About the Role:
As the Senior Development Manager, you will lead the coordination, management, and implementation of high-profile assets and growth projects. You will ensure the successful delivery of mixed-tenure schemes, from planning approval through to pre-construction, delivery, and handover. This role requires a strategic thinker with a proven track record in delivering complex regeneration projects, managing multidisciplinary teams, and driving innovation in design and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the lead client on complex projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Drive the delivery of new housing, schools, and community facilities, securing planning approvals and capital receipts.
• Develop and implement options for the physical development and regeneration of Council-owned sites, incorporating high-quality design and sustainability standards.
• Procure development and regeneration projects, ensuring best practices in design, construction, and innovation.
• Manage integrated project teams, including consultants and solicitors, to ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures.
• Oversee projects through the planning process, including Section 106 agreements.
• Advise on procurement strategies, whole-life costs, and risk management for new-build developments.
• Manage delegated budgets, ensuring effective monitoring and control of costs, time, quality, and safety.
• Lead project risk management exercises and report to senior leadership on potential risks to budget, programme, and outputs.
• Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including residents, schools, community groups, and external partners.
• Ensure compliance with funding requirements from Homes England, GLA, and other key funders.
• Draft corporate policy papers and present to Project Boards and Director-level stakeholders.
• Line manage and mentor team members, including Development Managers and Consultation Officers.

About You:
To succeed in this role, you will need:

• A relevant degree in construction, development, or regeneration (or equivalent experience) and evidence of continuous professional development (minimum 5 years).
• Membership of a professional body such as RICS or CIOB.
• Proven experience in delivering complex regeneration and development projects from inception to completion.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage technically complex projects impacting residents and stakeholders.
• Expertise in procurement, design, and construction technology, with a strong understanding of housing strategy and Health & Safety regulations.
• Experience in managing budgets, cost control, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• A commitment to equality, diversity, and customer care in service delivery.

Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on the lives of residents in West London by delivering transformative regeneration projects. You will work in a collaborative environment, supported by a dedicated team and a forward-thinking local authority.

How to Apply:
If you are a motivated and experienced development professional looking to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we want to hear from you! Please submit your CV today!

Join us in shaping the future of West London – apply today!

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