Overview

More than 50 years ago a foundation was laid, with a vision for the future. To re-imagine the environments where Australians would live, work and grow. In this time, Mirvac has evolved from a small joint venture to a thriving ASX-listed property group, leading in sustainability, innovation, safety, and placemaking.

Mirvac has created some of Australia's most iconic places, from thriving residential communities, to landmark offices and mixed-use precincts. At the heart of every project: a deep commitment to our customers, and an ambition to reimagine urban life.

Our opportunity

We have an opportunity for a Development Manager to join the Harbourside team . You will work within the team to manage and deliver projects including taking responsibility for various aspects of financial and program delivery. Asset class is commercial / office.

Responsibilities

- Manage end‑to‑end project feasibility across single‑stage, multi‑stage and joint venture developments, including full financial modelling
- Establish, manage and control project budgets and cash flows
- Lead commercial negotiations and finalise contractual arrangements
- Review and manage development programs and project briefs to drive delivery
- Identify, manage and escalate project risks and opportunities to optimise outcomes
- Apply value management across all project stages to maximise cost, time and revenue outcomes
- Maintain strong market awareness, including competing developments and emerging trends
- Navigate planning systems and secure Development Approvals




- Identify and communicate the bigger picture, including new business opportunities and project requirements
- Prepare high‑quality business correspondence, reports and presentations
- Build and maintain strong relationships with authorities and key stakeholders
- Chair and run effective meetings, resolving issues and driving alignment
- Collaborate closely with internal teams to support successful project outcomes
- Articulate project vision clearly and bring stakeholders on the journey
- Deliver innovation and sustainability objectives, supported by robust knowledge of ratings tools
- Contribute positively to safety, risk and compliance culture, including HSE obligations and incident reporting

Qualifications

- 3–10 years of experience in the property development industry with strong commercial, financial and legal acumen
- Experience across procurement, planning and tendering processes with a solid grasp of regulatory and industry requirements
- Ability to contribute to project feasibility and decision‑making
- Experience managing and developing teams, guiding others on technical matters and resolving conflict
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with sound judgement and stakeholder management
- Strong communication, influencing and negotiation skills with a proactive, solutions‑focused mindset
- Confidence presenting ideas, navigating ambiguity and complexity, and working with stakeholders at all levels
- Relevant tertiary qualifications

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📌 Development Manager (City of Sydney)
🏢 Mirvac
📍 City of Sydney