About The Role
We\'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 complexes of 40+ units.
This 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 For
- Site Acquisition
- Identify and secure residential development opportunities (10+ apartments)
- Build and manage agent networks
- Source off-market opportunities
- Feasibility & Deal Structuring
- Run detailed feasibilities (GRV, costs, margins)
- Assess risk, planning constraints, and upside
- Present investment cases internally
- Planning & Approvals
- Manage consultants (planners, architects, engineers)
- Drive DA strategy and council approvals
- Navigate zoning, overlays, and planning risks
- Delivery
- Oversee projects through design, tender, and construction
- Manage builders, budgets, and timelines
- Ensure projects are delivered profitably
What We\'re Looking For
- Proven track record delivering multi-residential projects (10+ units) end-to-end
- Strong feasibility and financial modelling skills
- Deep understanding of Sydney planning system & councils
- Existing relationships with:
- Agents
- Consultants
- Builders
- Commercial mindset — you think like an owner, not an employee
You must be able to clearly point to projects you personally drove from acquisition to completion.
Salary & Incentives
- Base: $180k - $210k (depending on experience)
- Bonuses:
- Site acquisition incentives
- Project milestone bonuses
- Profit-based upside
Total package: $220k - $300k+ for high performers
Why This Role
Work for an experienced company with a strong portfolio of residential developments complete.
- Work directly on real deals, not layers of corporate process
- High level of autonomy and decision-making
- Strong upside tied to performance
- Opportunity to grow into a Head of Development / equity position
Important
This role is for doers, not coordinators.
If you:
- haven\'t run full-cycle developments
- can\'t build a real feasibility
- or haven\'t delivered projects yourself
This will not be the right fit.
Apply
Send through:
- CV
- Brief summary of 2-3 projects you personally delivered end-to-end
Senior Development Manager - Residential (End-to-End) in Sydney employer: Reef
At SecureIQ, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and high-performing work culture. Located in Dulwich Hill, Sydney, we offer competitive salaries, uncapped commission opportunities, and genuine career progression within a fast-growing creative business. Our commitment to employee growth and the chance to make a meaningful impact through client relationships makes us an attractive choice for ambitious professionals seeking rewarding employment.
