Mace
Senior Development Manager
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Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.
We are seeking an accomplished Senior Development Manager to support the identification, appraisal and delivery of development projects across the UK and Ireland, with opportunities to contribute to international work. This role suits a commercially minded professional with financial, stakeholder and future leadership potential.
You’ll be responsible for:
- Identifying, appraising and helping secure new development opportunities across residential, mixed‑use and select commercial sectors.
- Preparing and reviewing development appraisals, financial models and cashflow forecasts to inform investment decisions.
- Managing or supporting due diligence, funding strategies and site acquisition activities.
- Managing development budgets, cost plans and commercial performance throughout the project lifecycle.
- Overseeing development and project management processes to achieve agreed time, cost and quality outcomes.
- Working collaboratively with clients, consultants and internal teams across design, planning, construction and operations.
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You’ll need to have:
- Proven experience in development management, ideally in a client‑side or consultancy environment.
- Strong commercial and financial capability, including development appraisals and Excel‑based modelling.
- Experience across UK (particularly London) residential and mixed‑use markets; broader sector exposure is an advantage.
- Confident communicator with strong stakeholder and presentation skills.
- Professional qualification (e.g. RICS or similar) desirable.
- Willingness to travel occasionally, including international.
Our values
- Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.
- Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.
- Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.
- Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.
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Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.
We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role.
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