Senior Project Manager, Residential Land Development
Senior Project Manager, Residential Land Development
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of residential land development projects from initial feasibility through to completion. This role will suit a commercially minded professional with a strong understanding of the UK property and development sector, who can manage complex programmes and build effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
You will take responsibility for the successful progression of multiple sites, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on programme and in line with approved budgets. Working closely with internal teams, consultants, local authorities, contractors and external partners, you will provide clear leadership throughout the development lifecycle.
Key responsibilities
- Lead residential land development projects from acquisition and feasibility through planning, technical approval, infrastructure delivery and handover.
- Develop and manage detailed project programmes, budgets, risk registers and procurement strategies.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary consultants and monitor their performance, deliverables and fees.
- Manage planning applications, technical submissions, infrastructure agreements and statutory approvals.
- Identify project risks and opportunities, implementing appropriate mitigation and contingency plans.
- Prepare regular reports, investment appraisals and progress updates for senior stakeholders.
- Collaborate with land, design, commercial, construction and legal teams to ensure coordinated delivery.
- Support negotiations with local authorities, utility providers, contractors, landowners and other third parties.
- Ensure all works comply with relevant legislation, planning conditions, health and safety standards and quality requirements.
About you
You will have substantial experience managing residential development or land-led projects, ideally gained within a developer, consultancy, contractor or related property environment. A strong understanding of planning, infrastructure, technical design, development finance and construction processes is essential.
You should be confident managing budgets and programmes, resolving complex issues and making sound commercial decisions. Excellent communication, negotiation and organisational skills are required, together with the ability to influence stakeholders and work effectively across multiple disciplines. A relevant qualification in project management, property, construction, civil engineering or a related subject would be advantageous.
This is a high-profile role offering the opportunity to shape major residential developments and make a tangible contribution to sustainable communities.
Senior Project Manager, Residential Land Development
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