At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead high-quality real estate projects in Central London from planning to completion.
- Company: Join a dynamic team at a leading real estate development firm.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time role, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Inspire and mentor junior team members in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact on innovative developments while championing sustainability and design excellence.
- Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a property-related field and 7+ years of development management experience.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
We are seeking an experienced Development Director to lead the delivery of large-scale, high-quality real estate projects in Central London.
This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for managing the full development lifecycle — from acquisition and planning through to construction and completion — while ensuring commercial success and design excellence.
Key Responsibilities Lead and oversee the delivery of complex residential and mixed-use developments, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standards.
Manage internal development and construction teams as well as external consultants and stakeholders.
Take full accountability for project budgets, programmes, and appraisals, reporting to senior leadership and investors.
Oversee planning, risk management, procurement, and stakeholder engagement throughout the development process.
Foster strong collaboration across acquisition, planning, design, technical, construction, and sales teams.
Champion sustainability, innovation, and design quality, driving value creation and market differentiation.
Provide leadership and mentoring to junior team members, building capability and supporting professional growth.
Candidate Profile Must-haves Bachelor’s degree in a property-related discipline (Architecture, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, etc.).
Minimum 7 years’ development management experience delivering high-density residential or mixed-use projects.
Strong technical and project management expertise, with solid knowledge of contracts, programmes, and compliance.
Proven track record of delivering complex residential-led schemes from acquisition to completion.
Strong commercial understanding of the entire development lifecycle.
Experience working within an entrepreneurial developer or family office environment.
A strong technical background is advantageous.
Personal Qualities Inspirational leader, able to build, manage, and motivate teams.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with stakeholders at all levels.
Commercially astute with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proactive, resilient, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
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Wanted: Development Director employer: Thomas Gray
At Thomas Gray, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a collaborative work culture that fosters innovation and professional growth. Located in the picturesque Beaconsfield, our team enjoys a supportive environment with opportunities for career advancement, competitive benefits, and the chance to work on impactful residential and commercial projects that shape communities.
