Development Manager

1 week ago

WaltononThames, Surrey, United Kingdom Vistry Group Full time
Development Manager Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Development Manager to join our team at Vistry Group. As a key member of our development team, you will be responsible for driving the progress of our development projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage the pre-construction phases of development projects, overseeing all legal, design, and planning issues.
  • Coordinate with estimating, mobilisation, and construction teams to ensure smooth project delivery.
  • Carry out land appraisals using Group software and ensure accurate ongoing monitoring and updating for budgeting purposes.
  • Prepare reports and risk registers to gain internal approvals and ensure audit compliance.
  • Appoint solicitors via the framework and work with land agents and appointed legal advisors to negotiate and agree land contracts.
  • Work with clients and their agents to negotiate and agree the form of building contract.
  • Appoint and manage consultant teams, including architects and engineers, to produce scheme-specific information.
  • Maintain excellent communication with the project team and internal stakeholders to ensure relevant information is correctly shared and circulated.
  • Identify and mitigate against risk and work with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders to manage risk pre-start on site.
  • Organise and lead client meetings, acting in a professional manner to positively represent the company at all times.
Requirements:
  • Minimum education to A-level standard or equivalent, or ability to demonstrate relevant experience in a similar position.
  • Proficient in MS Office programmes, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • Experience in a development role within the construction, property development, or housing industry.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and lead the development process.
  • Good geographic knowledge of the area.
  • Organised and methodical, with good attention to detail.
  • Highly numerate with the ability to undertake feasibility appraisals.
  • Highly literate and able to understand and interpret complex legal documentation.
  • Strong time management skills with an ability to prioritise.
  • Able to work under own initiative, having good decision-making skills and a keen sense of responsibility.
  • Professional manner.
  • Able to work as part of a team as well as autonomously.
  • Ability to communicate well with individuals at all levels.
  • Able to travel on a regular basis throughout the area, with access to a vehicle on a daily basis.
About Vistry Group:

Vistry Group is the UK's leading provider of affordable mixed-tenure homes. Our core values of integrity, caring, and quality shape all we do. We build sustainable communities where they're needed most, and we're proud of our unmatched portfolio of brands, including Linden Homes, Bovis Homes, and Countryside Homes.

We offer a range of benefits, including agile working, annual leave, pension with Legal & General, volunteer days, and regional office locations. Joining Vistry is just the start of building your perfect career, and we invest in your future, providing all the support and training you need to thrive in your career and realise your potential.

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