Nsw Development Manager

Number of Positions Available:

1

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Are you looking for an incredible opportunity? If you have a desire to improve the community and help those in need through your specialised expertise, then this is the role for you.

We are seeking a proactive and highly organised Development Manager (DM) on a permanent full-time position in Redfern, Sydney.

Reporting to the Regional Manager of Strategy & Development in NSW & ACT, you will lead the strategy of a significant and diverse property portfolio and deliver significant capital works projects, ensuring both strategic and operational (regional) outcomes are achieved.

Key responsibilities include:
You will deliver broad range of projects in residential (subdivision, apartments and affordable housing), commercial (retail and offices), community facilities and places of public worship. You will manage all aspects of Project delivery, inclusive but not limited to:

- Concept design and planning, submissions and approvals, resources and funding, for review and approval by your Manager.
- Prepare project briefs to achieve customer’s requirements while balancing all constraints including commercial and funding limitations.
- Undertake project analysis including disposals, redevelopment of differing uses or acquisitions.
- Preparation of all tender packages and construction contracts, including the tender, vetting, negotiation, letting and ongoing oversight of the appointment of all contractors and consultants.
- Ensure staffing / resourcing plans and allocation for each project is accurately captured and managed effectively.
- Reporting, budgeting, risk assessment, monthly reviews and cash flow management.
- Developing and delivering on project vision while ensuring TSA customer outcomes are achieved.

About You

Key Capabilities:

- A degree in property (construction, engineering) or property related business discipline is desirable.
- Minimum 3 years' experience as an Assistant Development Manager or Project Manager.
- Experience in managing several development capital works projects concurrently and leading a significant Property portfolio.
- You will have experience briefing, appointing and managing external consultant teams to achieve targeted and communicated outcomes.
- A strategic thinker, who is driven and able to problem solver and a proven track record in achieving deliverables on time and on budget.
- Knowledge or experience within the Not-For-Profit sector would be beneficial.

Why work for us?

In return we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as:

- An attractive salary including NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits ($2650).
- Flexible working conditions, including work from home, paid parental leave and more.
- Financial, insurance, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits.
- Opportunity for career development.
- Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service.
- The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. _
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