Senior Development Manager

Senior Development ManagerProperty Development | Sydney, NSW | Full-Time
About the CompanyOur client is a privately owned, award-winning Sydney property developer with over two decades of experience delivering large-scale, design-led projects that have shaped Australia's urban landscape. With a significant pipeline of active projects across Sydney's most sought-after locations, this is a rare opportunity to join a high-performing team working on city-defining developments.
The OpportunityReporting to the Director, the Senior Development Manager will take end-to-end ownership of a portfolio of complex residential and mixed-use projects. This is a hands-on leadership role for a seasoned professional who wants genuine autonomy and direct access to decision-makers in a streamlined, high-trust environment.
Key ResponsibilitiesDrive projects from feasibility and site acquisition through DA approvals, construction and practical completionPrepare and manage development programmes, budgets, risk registers and project feasibilities across all phasesLead and coordinate design teams including architects, planners, engineers and specialist consultantsManage DA, SSDA and other statutory approval pathways, including engagement with councils and State Government agenciesMonitor and manage project financial performance against approved feasibility modelsBuild and maintain relationships with planning authorities, financiers, REAs and community stakeholdersPrepare board papers, executive reporting and investor updatesMentor and guide junior members of the development team
About You8-10+ years of development management experience with a strong track record in residential apartments and/or mixed-use projects in SydneyDemonstrated ability to deliver medium-to-large scale projects (TDC $40M+) as lead Development ManagerTertiary qualification in Property, Planning, Construction Management, Architecture or a related disciplineDeep knowledge of NSW planning legislation including the EP&A Act, SEPP frameworks and SSD pathwaysStrong commercial acumen with experience owning feasibilities and financial modelling (Estate Master or similar)Exceptional stakeholder management and negotiation skills across government, community and consultant levelsEstablished relationships with architects, builders and planning authorities across the Sydney market
Why JoinWork directly with founders and senior leadership in a lean, high-trust environmentContribute to a celebrated project pipeline across Sydney's most prestigious locationsJoin a business built on two decades of design integrity and craftCompetitive remuneration package commensurate with experience
Only candidates with demonstrated senior development management experience in the Australian residential or mixed-use property sector will be considered.
Please email lara@full-house.com.au