At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead housing development projects from start to finish, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder engagement.
- Company: Join a dynamic local authority focused on impactful housing solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, flexible contract duration, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with a focus on innovation and community impact.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in community development while honing your project management skills.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in housing development and strong governance skills required.
The predicted salary is between 130000 - 130000 £ per year.
Location: South East
Rate: 500 Per day (Outside IR35)
Contract: 6 - 12 Months
Spencer Clarke Group are recruiting for an experienced Development Manager to lead the progression and delivery of a local authority housing development and capital programme. You will take projects from post-feasibility through governance approvals, mobilisation, delivery, handover and closure, owning programme controls, reporting and stakeholder management across a varied portfolio. This is a delivery-focused role requiring strong governance, commercial awareness and the ability to coordinate finance, procurement, legal and technical stakeholders, ensuring projects stay on track for time, cost and outcomes.
Responsibilities include:
- Leading business case development, governance papers and approval gateways
- Setting up project governance, delivery structures, work packages and controls
- Managing programmes, delivery plans, RAID logs, highlight reporting and assurance
- Overseeing development budgets, cashflow forecasts and financial monitoring
- Coordinating funding strategies, including grant claims and reporting
- Leading procurement of consultants/contractors and supporting mobilisation
- Stakeholder management across internal services and external partners
About you:
Significant experience in housing development, regeneration, development delivery or capital programme management. Strong business case and report writing skills.
Development Manager in Hampshire employer: Spencer Clarke Group
At Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation in the heart of the South East. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through tailored development opportunities and a supportive environment that encourages professional advancement. Join us to make a meaningful impact in local authority housing development while enjoying competitive rates and the flexibility of contract work.
