Development Manager

Development Manager

St Austell

Fixed Term Contract

We are looking for an experienced Development Manager to lead residential developments from land handover to planning consent, ensuring each scheme is viable, deliverable, and aligned with growth ambitions. You'll coordinate consultants, engage with local authorities, shape design strategies, and champion high-quality outcomes at every stage.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive development strategy, viability, and planning coordination.
• Manage multi-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality planning applications.
• Build strong relationships with landowners, planners, stakeholders, and communities.
• Identify and mitigate risks, keeping projects on track.
• Report on budgets, milestones, and progress during the pre-construction phase.

About You

• HND or equivalent level 5 qualification in a related discipline
• Commercially aware, confident, and collaborative.
• Experienced in the full housebuilding development process, from land acquisition to sales.
• Strong knowledge of planning policy, land law, contracts, and Section 106 agreements.
• Excellent communicator and problem solver, with a proactive approach to project delivery.

Offering a fixed term contract until June 2027 and a competitive salary and car allowance and package. If this is of interest do get in contact to discuss further. Interviews will begin shortly.

Next Steps

For an informal discussion, please call Jo or Abbie on (phone number removed) or apply as instructed.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under‑represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we'll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Sphere Solutions Ltd is a leading construction recruitment agency specialising in providing staffing solutions across the construction sector. With a strong presence in Wales, Cardiff, Bristol, Gloucester, Taunton, Plymouth, Truro, and Southampton, we connect talented professionals with leading employers.

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