Development Manager – Housing (Temp: London)

We are currently supporting a forward-thinking London Local Authority in recruiting an experienced Development Manager to support the delivery of an ambitious regeneration and housing programme.Location: LondonCompetitive Daily Rate: 400-450 per/dayContract Role – Initial 3-6 Months (Likely Extension)Local Authority Client This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in delivering major regeneration and development projects, including new housing, schools, and community facilities, as part of a long-term growth strategy.About the Role You will be responsible for leading complex regeneration and development projects from early feasibility and design stages through to planning approval and delivery readiness. The wider programme includes the delivery of approximately 1,600 – 2,000 new homes over the next 7/8 years, alongside new community infrastructure and mixed-use developments. You will work closely with internal teams, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of design and sustainability. Key ResponsibilitiesLead complex housing and regeneration development projects from inception through to deliveryIdentify and appraise development opportunities across council-owned landManage projects through planning and procurement processesOversee financial modelling, budgets, and viability assessmentsManage multidisciplinary project teams including consultants and contractorsNegotiate planning obligations, including Section 106 agreementsEngage with residents, elected members, and stakeholdersMonitor progress against programme milestones and financial targetsEnsure compliance with procurement, legal, and planning requirementsSupport the delivery of strategic regeneration and housing growth objectivesAbout You To be successful in this role, you will have strong experience delivering large-scale development or regeneration schemes, ideally within a local authority or housing association environment. You will bring:Proven experience delivering complex mixed-use or housing developmentsStrong understanding of planning, procurement, and regeneration deliveryExperience managing projects from feasibility through planning stagesKnowledge of development finance and financial modellingExperience managing consultants, contractors, and stakeholdersStrong stakeholder engagement and negotiation skillsAbility to work in fast-paced environments and manage competing prioritiesDesirable ExperienceBackground working within local government or public sector regenerationKnowledge of housing development standardsProfessional membership (e.g., RICS, CIOB, or similar)Experience delivering community-led regeneration projectsWorking ArrangementsHybrid working availableOffice, site, and stakeholder meeting attendance requiredSome evening meetings may be required for community engagementWhy Apply?Opportunity to work on a high-profile regeneration programmeBe part of delivering 1,800 new homes and major community assetsJoin a collaborative and ambitious development teamExcellent opportunity to make a visible impact across the boroughTo Apply If you are an experienced Development Manager with a background in regeneration or housing development, we would be keen to hear from you. Please submit your most up-to-date CV, and a member of the team will be in touch to discuss the role further….