Development Manager

Founders Group is a privately owned land development company committed to well-designed communities where builders can construct and sell properties that people will enjoy for generations to come. Founders Group developments are not just subdivisions - they are about a collaborative process that ensures the finished products are well-designed, will stand the test of time, and create a sense of community from finding desirable locations and master planning to infrastructure and marketing.
 
Founders Group is looking to bring on board a Development Manager to initiate and manage a range of development projects in Auckland. The role will be supported by and report to the GM, Property Development. This is a significant strategic hire for Founders Group as the role will require the individual to drive the delivery of new development opportunities from early concept, master planning, consent, to civils and marketing across the Auckland region. 
 
Key Accountabilities 

• Take responsibility for the management and delivery of developments to ensure achievement of business plan objectives.
• Develop relationships that ensure Founders is offered opportunities to present proposals for potential development projects and effectively market proposals for leasing and investment.
• Prepare detailed project strategies and plans for development projects and undertake detailed feasibility and financial analysis of prospective projects.
• Management of master planning and consenting processes.
• Select and manage project teams of consultants and contractors in compliance with company policy and objectives to ensure projects are procured on time and within budget.
• Deliver high quality projects that maximise the company’s return on investment.
• Ensure a robust risk management framework and methodology is applied across projects including health and safety protocols.
• Help Identify potential development investment opportunities that fit with Founders development strategy alongside the GM, Development & development team. 

A significant part of the role will be building key relationships with local authorities, consultants, contractors as well as internal stakeholders.To be considered for this fantastic opportunity the right candidate will have development management experience in the New Zealand market with a proven track record of success in land development.
 
You will also have:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in real estate, construction management, engineering, architecture or planning, or another related subject.
• Demonstrated capability in the identification, analysis, management and delivery of complex, multi-faceted, value-adding projects. In particular land and estate development project experience is required, with strong skills in civil and earthworks.
• Residential development experience is not essential but would be viewed as a positive. 
• You should have end to end development management experience with a proven eye for identifying new opportunities and turning those opportunities into reality.
• Experience producing development feasibilities and cash flow forecasts.
• Working closely with external stakeholders while managing the design, procurement, and tendering of projects. 
• Managing the project programme and that all contractors and sub-contractors are working to timeframes set.  
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written with the ability to produce high quality reports. 

A competitive salary is on offer for the right individual plus a very attractive incentive bonus scheme and additional extras.Please apply with your CV attached to register your interest or if you require more information, please contact Matt Donnelly on 0220197808. All applications (including direct) will be reviewed and processed by Assemble Recruitment only.