Property Development | Sydney, NSW | Full-Time
About the Company
Our 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 Opportunity
Reporting 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 Responsibilities
Drive projects from feasibility and site acquisition through DA approvals, construction and practical completion
Prepare and manage development programmes, budgets, risk registers and project feasibilities across all phases
Lead and coordinate design teams including architects, planners, engineers and specialist consultants
Manage DA, SSDA and other statutory approval pathways, including engagement with councils and State Government agencies
Monitor and manage project financial performance against approved feasibility models
Build and maintain relationships with planning authorities, financiers, REAs and community stakeholders
Prepare board papers,



executive reporting and investor updates
Mentor and guide junior members of the development team
About You
8-10+ years of development management experience with a strong track record in residential apartments and/or mixed-use projects in Sydney
Demonstrated ability to deliver medium-to-large scale projects (TDC $40M+) as lead Development Manager
Tertiary qualification in Property, Planning, Construction Management, Architecture or a related discipline
Deep knowledge of NSW planning legislation including the EP&A; Act, SEPP frameworks and SSD pathways
Robust commercial acumen with experience owning feasibilities and financial modelling (Estate Master or similar)
Exceptional stakeholder management and negotiation skills across government, community and consultant levels
Established relationships with architects, builders and planning authorities across the Sydney market
Why Join
Work directly with founders and senior leadership in a lean, high-trust environment
Contribute to a celebrated project pipeline across Sydney's most prestigious locations
Join a business built on two decades of design integrity and craft
Competitive 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.
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