Senior Development Manager | Up to $250,000 + Super
Senior Development Manager | Luxury Developer
- Lead iconic luxury residential, mixed-use, and hospitality projects across the Gold Coast and Byron Bay
- Gold Coast office base with direct access and collaboration with the founders
- Premium remuneration package: Up to $250,000 + Superannuation
About the Opportunity
We are partnering with an established, family‐owned Australian property developer with a reputation for shaping high‐end destinations since 2002.
Known for exceptional design standards and luxury positioning across residential and hospitality sectors, they are seeking a hands‐on Senior Development Manager. Operating out of their Gold Coast office, you will own the commercial and delivery outcomes of landmark projects, major high‐rise joint ventures—taking them from initial feasibility through to settlement.
Key Responsibilities:
- End-to-End Ownership: Manage the full project lifecycle, overseeing feasibility models, cash flows, funding assumptions, and development structuring.
- Design & Approvals: Lead top‐tier consultant teams (architects, interior designers, planners, and engineers) to deliver luxury design briefs while steering DAs and statutory approvals.
- Delivery & Procurement: Oversee head contractor procurement, administer major construction contracts, and control program, budget, variations, and safety on‐site.
- Stakeholder & Team Leadership: Report directly to the principals and funders, manage relationships with joint venture partners and hotel operators, and mentor junior development team members.
About You:
- 8+ years of property development management experience, with a track record of taking high‐end residential, mixed‐use, or hospitality projects from feasibility to settlement.
- Proven delivery background in multi‐storey apartment, hotel, or mixed‐use developments.
- Exceptional financial modelling and feasibility skills, combined with strong commercial acumen.
- Working knowledge of QLD and NSW planning and approval processes.
- Tertiary qualifications in Property, Construction, Architecture, Engineering, Planning, Law, or Finance.
- Highly design‐literate, detail‐oriented, and comfortable working directly with founders in a fast‐paced, family‐owned business.
What's on Offer:
- High‐visibility leadership role delivering landmark luxury projects at the premium end of the market.
- Direct collaboration and mentorship from the founders and Managing Partner.
- Fantastic lifestyle location based on the southern Gold Coast.
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