Development Manager

Company: Shawfield & Sloane – London | UAE
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Development Management role – Co Living, BTR & PBSA – based in London or North West, hybrid working options

A leading, well-capitalised real estate platform is looking to appoint a Development Manager to join its growing team.

This is a key role sitting at the intersection of investment, development, and delivery, offering full lifecycle exposure across high-quality capital projects.

The Role

  • Lead development projects from acquisition through to completion
  • Act as client representative / employer’s agent, managing consultants and contractors
  • Drive design, programme, cost, and risk management across multiple schemes
  • Support investment appraisals through technical due diligence and underwriting
  • Work closely with internal investment and construction teams to deliver projects on time and budget

Key Requirements

  • Proven experience managing real estate development projects end-to-end
  • Strong understanding of planning, design, procurement, and construction processes
  • Experience working with consultants, contractors, and stakeholders
  • Commercial mindset with ability to manage costs, risk, and programme
  • Familiarity with UK development processes (RIBA stages, JCT contracts)

Role can be based in London or North West, with a willingness to travel.

Salary: up to £70,000 + £5k car allowance + bonus + package

Posted: April 20th, 2026