Development Manager

Deliver High-Quality, Purpose-Driven Retirement Living Projects
At Levande, we are redefining retirement living by creating vibrant, well-designed communities where people feel connected and at home. Inspired by the Swedish words for “vivid” and “full of life,” we’re committed to building sustainable, thriving environments that enhance the lives of our residents.
In 2024, Levande secured a record-breaking $1.5 billion Sustainability-Linked Loan, the largest in Australia’s retirement living sector, directly linking our financing terms to environmental and social targets. This supports one of the most ambitious development pipelines in the country, with major projects now underway.
We’re seeking a capable Development Manager to lead the full lifecycle of retirement and mixed-use development projects, from feasibility to completion. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident professional ready to grow into a Senior Development Manager role in a supportive, high-performing team.
**The Role**: Deliver with Purpose and Precision
Reporting to the Senior Development Manager and working closely with site and corporate stakeholders, you’ll manage multiple concurrent projects and ensure delivery outcomes align with budget, timeline, design, and resident satisfaction goals.
Key Responsibilities
Project Delivery & Commercial Management
- Lead feasibility analysis, budgeting, and cost control using Estate Master
- Oversee planning approvals, legal obligations, and compliance requirements
- Ensure developments meet financial, quality, and sustainability benchmarks
- Monitor market trends to inform commercial strategy

Construction Oversight
- Maintain a strong on-site presence and oversee day-to-day delivery in partnership with contractors and consultants
- Award, manage, and administer contracts to support smooth execution
- Champion WHS, design excellence, and environmental performance on-site

Stakeholder Engagement & Leadership
- Collaborate with internal departments, including operations, sales, legal, and marketing
- Engage constructively with councils, delivery partners, and regulatory authorities
- Support clear, empathetic resident communication throughout the project
- Lead and mentor junior team members, fostering collaboration and accountability

About You
**To succeed in this role, you will bring**:

- Demonstrated experience in built-form delivery with a strong focus on the construction phase
- Background in retirement or seniors living, aged care, or multi-residential development (seniors living experience highly regarded)
- High-level interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, including direct interaction with residents and community members
- A resilient, accountable approach to navigating complex projects and challenging situations
- A growth mindset — ideal for a Development Manager ready to step into a Senior Development Manager role
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in property, construction, architecture, or a related discipline

Why Join Levande?
At Levande, you’ll join a growing, values-led organisation shaping the future of retirement living in Australia. We offer:

- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
- Paid parental and grandparents’ leave
- Health and wellbeing support, including EAP and mental health resources
- Study leave and access to over 100,000 learning courses via Go1
- Annual Spirit of Levande Awards and Gala
- Exclusive employee discounts
- Competitive salary package

Join us in delivering projects that have purpose, scale, and lasting impact. If you’re a driven property professional ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.
Please note, we kindly ask recruitment agencies not to contact us directly for this role.