Development Director

About the Role

Development Director - Mixed-Use Regeneration

North West

The Role

A leading regeneration developer is seeking an experienced Development Director to take a key role in driving forward a portfolio of major mixed-use development projects.

Working closely with the Regional Director and senior leadership team, you will take full responsibility for the delivery of complex, large-scale schemes, from early-stage viability through to planning, funding, and delivery.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead and manage major development projects, ensuring delivery in line with business plan objectives
• Oversee the full development lifecycle including appraisal, planning, funding, legal structuring, delivery and disposals
• Manage and mentor Development Managers and Senior Development Managers across multiple schemes
• Lead negotiations on development agreements, funding agreements, lettings and disposals
• Take ownership of development appraisals and financial modeling, ensuring schemes remain viable and deliverable
• Prepare and present strategic reports and board papers to senior stakeholders
• Build and lead project teams, working closely with internal and external partners
• Identify and secure new development opportunities in line with company strategy
• Represent the business in the market, building relationships across public and private sectors
• Champion ESG and social value initiatives across all projects

You will have:

• Proven track record in a senior development role, delivering major residential and/or commercial-led mixed-use schemes
• Strong experience leading projects through the full development lifecycle
• Commercially astute with expertise in viability, appraisals and cash-flow modeling
• Skilled in negotiating complex legal agreements (Development Agreements, Funding Agreements, Agreements for Lease)
• Strong stakeholder management skills across public and private sector partners
• Comfortable operating in complex environments with multiple stakeholders
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• MRICS qualified (or equivalent) with c.10+ years post-qualification experience preferred
• Proficient in financial modeling tools (e.g. Argus) and Microsoft Office

This is a great opportunity to join a highly regarded developer delivering high-profile, large-scale regeneration projects, with the opportunity to play a key role in shaping major schemes across the region.