Development Project Manager

Development Project Manager

Our client is a well established, privately owned aged care/retirement provider with a substantial portfolio across the eastern seaboard and a strong ongoing development pipeline. As they continue to grow, they are seeking a Development/Project Manager, or a candidate with a blend of Development Manager and Senior Project Manager experience, to join their in house development team.

About the role

• Take responsibility for greenfield development projects from inception through to completion, working closely with SDM.
• Manage external project managers, architects and consultants to achieve program, budget and quality outcomes
• Work closely with senior development and property leadership, with two greenfield developments in Melbourne's eastern suburbs as an immediate priority, one currently under construction and one progressing through town planning
• Support the GM of development with portfolio wide due diligence work, including highest and best use assessments and land acquisition activities
• Manage projects through design, procurement, construction, safety, contract administration and financial control (you will input into the feasibility but the head of the division manages these)
• Managing external PM’s across projects who also act as the Superintendent.
• Work with the internal teams (ops and asset management) to ensure successful transition to a live operating environment
• Due to the national portfolio this role may require travel to Adelaide at times (once a month for a day or two)
• Flexible working c4 days in the office – understanding of drop offs and pick ups when required.

About you

• Tertiary qualification in Project Management, Construction, Engineering or Architecture
• Minimum 5-7 years experience in a project or development management role (consultancy experience would be highly regarded as well as experience working for a developer)
• Proven ability to coordinate multiple projects, consultants and contractors simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Project, PowerPoint and Excel
• Aged care or health sector experience highly regarded, though not essential, similar asset classes such as hospitals or operational assets with non property tenants
• A positive proactive mindset, this would suit someone early enough in their career to benefit from working with an exceptional team to help further your professional career.

What is on offer

• The opportunity to work closely with the GM of Development, gaining direct exposure to portfolio strategy, land acquisition and broader business initiatives.
• A fantastic move for a Development Manager with strong delivery capability, or a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager from a consultancy background with exposure to planning and design as well as delivery, looking to transition to a developer side, getting exposure to feasabilities and working with an excellent mentor.
• The chance to round out your development skills by working across projects in all phases, from planning and design through to construction and completion
• A genuine national development pipeline, with new sites targeted every 6 to 12 months and a solid 10 year trajectory with funding to support this.
• A highly charismatic, energised and experienced leadership team who you will get direct exposure to.
• A fast paced environment with projects at varying stages and a passion for what they do.

To apply, or for a confidential discussion, please APPLY or email [email protected].