OR119963 – Development Manager (Delivery & Grant Team) – Project – Interims

Main Purpose of the Role

To lead and manage a portfolio of housing development and capital projects from business case and approval through to delivery, handover and completion. The role will oversee project governance, budgets, funding, risks, programmes and stakeholder relationships to ensure projects are delivered successfully.

Typical Day Overview

• Managing a portfolio of housing development and regeneration projects.
• Preparing business cases, reports and funding applications.
• Monitoring project budgets, cashflow, programmes and performance.
• Managing risks, issues, dependencies and project controls.
• Coordinating with Finance, Procurement, Legal, Technical and Housing teams.
• Working with Registered Providers, Homes England, consultants and contractors.
• Leading project meetings, governance boards and gateway reviews.
• Supporting procurement and mobilisation of consultants and delivery partners.
• Identifying delivery issues and driving solutions.
• Providing regular progress and financial reports to senior management.

Key Skills & Responsibilities

• Housing Development & Regeneration – experience delivering housing or capital projects.
• Project & Programme Management – managing projects from initiation through to completion.
• Business Case Development – preparing reports, appraisals and approval papers.
• Financial Management – budgets, cashflow forecasting, expenditure and financial monitoring.
• Grant & Funding Management – managing grant applications, claims and monitoring.
• Governance & Risk Management – RAID logs, approvals, assurance and compliance.
• Procurement & Contract Management – supporting procurement and managing delivery partners.
• Stakeholder Management – working effectively with councils, housing providers, consultants and external partners.

Essential Requirements & Qualifications

• Significant experience in housing development, regeneration, capital programmes or development delivery.
• Proven experience managing projects and programmes within the public sector.
• Experience preparing business cases and governance reports.
• Strong experience with budgets, financial appraisals and cashflow forecasting.
• Experience managing grant funding and funding claims.
• Knowledge of public-sector procurement, governance and risk management.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Degree or equivalent experience in Housing, Construction, Regeneration, Real Estate, Project Management or a related discipline.
• PRINCE2, MSP, APM, CIH, CIOB or RICS qualification/membership would be desirable.