Project Development Manager

Project Development Manager

An exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Development Manager to lead and deliver development and construction projects nationwide, ensuring excellence from conception to completion across multiple sectors.

If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: Construction Manager, Projects Lead, Construction Operations Manager

SALARY: £65,000 per annum + Benefits

LOCATION: Hybrid Working with your time split working from home and the office in Bedford, Bedfordshire

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Project Development Manager to join a dynamic, forward-thinking organisation delivering diverse projects from £250k to £25m across the UK.

As a Project Development Manager you will oversee schemes through all RIBA Stages, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality.

Working closely with internal planning, design, and environmental teams, the Project Development Manager will play a pivotal role in driving strategic growth, resource management, and business development initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity to progress your career within a growing organisation offering flexibility, professional development, and exposure to a variety of innovative and rewarding projects.

APPLY TODAY

Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review.

DUTIES

Your duties as the Project Development Manager include:

• Deliver Projects: Oversee project delivery through all RIBA Stages from conception to completion
• Resource Management: Manage and optimise resources, personnel, and budgets to meet objectives
• Operational Oversight: Ensure smooth, efficient delivery of project services across the organisation
• Process Improvement: Analyse and enhance operational procedures to support quality and efficiency
• Financial Control: Monitor project budgets and financial performance to maintain profitability
• Compliance: Ensure all projects meet relevant legislation, regulations, and industry standards

• Stakeholder Liaison: Communicate effectively with clients, partners, and internal teams throughout delivery
• Strategic Development: Support the Managing Director in driving business growth and continuous improvement

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Degree-qualified professional with proven experience in planning and construction project delivery
• Proven experience of managing budgets and project teams effectively
• Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication focused on clients and stakeholders
• A track record of successfully delivering complex projects
• Knowledge of JCT contracts is beneficial
• A collaborative, proactive approach with strong attention to detail

BENEFITS

• Innovative Projects: Working on a variety of exciting projects that will challenge your management and technical skills
• Collaborative Environment: Liaising with architects, engineers and other professionals throughout the project development stages
• Professional Growth: Committed to your continuous professional development and provide the opportunity to obtain extensive knowledge within internal and external teams
• Flexible Working Conditions: Flexible working hours to enjoy work/life balance whilst delivering meaningful schemes for the local community

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV's of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

JOB REF: AWDO-P14018

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