Development Manager in Adelaide

Established in 1987, DCOH is an experienced construction and development company operating across residential, commercial, hospitality and real estate sectors. We have a strong track record delivering complex projects, including award winning work such as the Charles Darwin University Danala Education and Community Precinct, recognised with a 2025 National Master Builders Award of Excellence. With operations in both the Northern Territory and Victoria, we deliver high quality projects with a clear focus on buildability, programme certainty and strong on-site execution. Driven by a commitment to Building Better, DCOH combines experience, innovation and disciplined execution creating lasting value for our clients, partners and the communities we serve.

This Darwin-based role will lead the successful delivery of major residential subdivision projects from feasibility through to construction and completion.

To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Demonstrate:

• Tertiary qualifications in Property Development, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Project Management, or a related discipline
• Proven experience (5+ years) delivering medium to large-scale residential development projects from feasibility through to construction and completion
• Strong understanding of development feasibilities, financial modelling, budgeting, cashflow forecasting, and commercial performance
• Comprehensive knowledge of planning approvals, Development Applications (DAs), contract management, and construction delivery
• Experience managing multidisciplinary consultant teams, contractors, authorities, and key project stakeholders
• Proven ability to lead projects through all phases of the development lifecycle, from concept and approvals through to delivery
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to identify, assess, and manage project risks and opportunities
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively across development, construction, sales, marketing, finance, and legal stakeholders
• Excellent communication, negotiation, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities, work independently, and drive project outcomes

What You'll Do:

• Lead development projects from feasibility, planning, and approvals through to construction and final delivery
• Prepare, monitor, and manage project feasibilities, budgets, delivery programmes, cashflow forecasts, and cost controls
• Identify, assess, and manage project risks throughout the development lifecycle, implementing mitigation strategies where required
• Liaise with legal and finance teams to support project negotiations, contracts, and commercial outcomes
• Oversee the preparation and submission of Development Applications and other regulatory approvals
• Manage and coordinate external consultants including planners, engineers, surveyors, landscape architects, and relevant authorities
• Drive design review processes to optimise cost, quality, and constructability outcomes
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, authorities, community groups, and internal stakeholders
• Manage civil contractors and consultants through construction delivery, programming, and project execution
• Monitor project budgets, contractor claims, programme performance, and delivery outcomes to ensure successful project execution
• Proactively resolve project issues to minimise delays, cost overruns, and delivery risks
• Coordinate contractors, consultants, and internal teams to ensure effective project delivery during construction
• Prepare and present project status updates, financial reports, and risk assessments to senior management and stakeholders
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement value engineering initiatives where appropriate
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and professional development across project teams