About the RoleWe're looking for a hands-on Senior Development Manager who can take a project from site acquisition through to completion.
The company has seen the successful development of many residential projects throughout Sydney in the last 10 years ranging from award winning designed houses up to apartment complex's of 40 plus unitsThis is not a coordination role.You will be responsible for finding deals, making them stack, and delivering profitable outcomes.If you've only ever managed part of the process — this role is not for you.What You'll Be Responsible ForSite AcquisitionIdentify and secure residential development opportunities (10+ apartments)Build and manage agent networksSource off-market opportunitiesFeasibility & Deal StructuringRun detailed feasibilities (GRV, costs, margins)Assess risk, planning constraints, and upsidePresent investment cases internallyPlanning & ApprovalsManage consultants (planners, architects, engineers)Drive DA strategy and council approvalsNavigate zoning, overlays, and planning risksDeliveryOversee projects through design, tender, and constructionManage builders, budgets, and timelinesEnsure projects are delivered profitablyWhat We're Looking ForProven track record delivering multi-residential projects (10+ units)



end-to-endStrong feasibility and financial modelling skillsDeep understanding of Sydney planning system & councilsExisting relationships with:AgentsConsultantsBuildersCommercial mindset — you think like an owner, not an employeeYou must be able to clearly point to projects you personally drove from acquisition to completionSalary & IncentivesBase: $180k – $210k (depending on experience)Bonuses:Site acquisition incentivesProject milestone bonusesProfit-based upsideTotal package: $220k – $300k+ for high performersWhy This RoleWork for an experienced company with a solid portfolio of residential developments complete .
Work directly on real deals, not layers of corporate processHigh level of autonomy and decision-makingStrong upside tied to performance.Opportunity to grow into a Head of Development / equity positionImportantThis role is for doers, not coordinators.If you:haven't run full-cycle developmentscan't build a real feasibilityor haven't delivered projects yourselfThis will not be the right fit.ApplySend through:CVBrief summary of 2–3 projects you personally delivered end-to-end
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📌 Senior Residential Development Lead - Full-Cycle, 10+ Units (Sydney)
🏢 Secure IQ Services
📍 Sydney