Assistant Development Manager

We have partnered with a well-established and growing property developer who are looking to add an Assistant Development Manager with 1–2 years’ experience to their tight knit team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to accelerate their career in a business that delivers a mix of residential, commercial and industrial projects across Melbourne.
 
THE COMPANY
 
Our client is a vertically integrated developer-builder with a strong track record delivering high-quality built-form and land subdivision projects throughout Melbourne’s inner and outer suburbs. Known for their commercial acumen, smart design outcomes, and delivery certainty. Working across residential, mixed-use and industrial precincts which are within Melbourne’s most active development corridors. With a secure project pipeline extending well into the future, this is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Assistant Development Manager to step into a broad, hands-on role within a tight-knit, down-to-earth team.
 
WHAT YOU GET
 
In this role you will gain end-to-end exposure across the development lifecycle, from site acquisition and early planning, right through to delivery and project handover. All while learning from a supportive and highly experienced team.

• Perfect for someone who is the early stages of their career and ready to take on more and grow fast.
• You’ll have the opportunity to work across townhouses, subdivisions and commercial/industrial projects.
• Be involved from day one in the project from planning, approvals, design and delivery.
• Learn directly from highly experienced leaders who enjoy being able to mentor and share knowledge.
• Join a genuine, down-to-earth team that values hard work and collaboration.
• You’ll be set up with a laptop, phone (or allowance) and the tools to succeed.

 
PROJECTS

• Townhouse Communities in bayside and middle-ring suburbs
• Land Subdivisions in Melbourne’s booming growth corridors
• Mixed-Use Developments combining residential, retail, and office space
• Industrial & Commercial Precincts built for modern business needs
• Urban Renewal Projects transforming large-scale metro sites
• Project values typically range from $20M to $200M+

 
THE ROLE

• Support the planning and delivery of residential and commercial projects from start to finish.
• Assist with feasibility studies, due diligence, and project strategy.
• Liaise with councils and authorities on planning permits and approvals.
• Coordinate consultants across planning, design, engineering, and surveying.
• Track project timelines, budgets, and milestones.
• Assist with internal reporting and stakeholder updates.
• Work closely with in-house construction to align on delivery plans and staging.
• Help ensure compliance with zoning, planning, and regulatory requirements.

 
YOU 

• 1–2 years' experience in property development, client-side advisory or consultancy
• Tertiary qualifications in Property, Planning, Construction Management or a related field
• Exposure to residential or mixed-use developments highly regarded
• Strong communication and coordination skills
• Organised, commercially aware and enthusiastic about learning
• Motivated to build a long-term career in development

 
ACTION
 
Send your CV and project/development list to:
Jason Goodson
0438 359 081
jasong@3drecruitment.com.au
https://www.3drecruitment.com.au/
 
For a confidential conversation, don’t hesitate to get in touch.