Development Manager

We’re seeking a Development Manager to support the planning and delivery of a growing pipeline of residential, mixed-use, and master planned community developments across Melbourne’s north and west. This is a rare opportunity to gain exposure across the full development lifecycle, from early-stage planning and authority engagement through to construction and handover.
 
THE COMPANY
 
A financially strong and well-established developer-builder in Victoria, delivering large-scale residential communities and boutique housing projects across Melbourne’s key growth areas. With substantial land holdings and an integrated development and construction model, they’re known for efficient, high-quality delivery. Backed by a supportive leadership team and a collaborative culture, this is a fantastic opportunity for mid-level development managers looking to grow their career and contribute to impactful, long-term projects.
 
WHAT YOU GET

• Step Up in Your Career: Take on more ownership and exposure across full project lifecycles.
• Strong Project Pipeline: Long-term  projects locked in well beyond 2027 across booming growth corridors.
• End-to-End Exposure: From planning approvals to delivery, with in-house construction under one roof.
• Real Mentorship: Work alongside experienced leaders who will support your growth and development.
• Tools to Succeed: Company laptop and phone (or allowance) provided.
• Down-to-Earth Culture: No egos — just a grounded, hardworking team that values relationships and results.

PROJECTS

• Masterplanned Residential Communities.
• Townhome Precincts & Medium-Density Housing.
• Mixed-Use Developments & Urban Renewal Projects.
• Large-Scale Land Subdivisions & Strategic Land Holdings.
• Community Infrastructure & Local Amenity Development.
• Projects for First Home Buyers, Investors, and Owner-Occupiers.
• Development Values from $20M to $200M+

THE ROLE

• Support the delivery of residential and mixed-use projects from planning through to handover.
• Assist with feasibility assessments, due diligence and project strategy development.
• Coordinate town planning, permit applications and approvals with councils and authorities.
• Manage consultants across design, engineering, and surveying to meet project milestones.
• Track programs, budgets, and key project deliverables with support from senior team members.
• Liaise with internal construction teams to align on delivery, buildability and staging.
• Prepare project reports and updates for internal stakeholders and development leadership.
• Ensure all works align with planning, zoning and compliance requirements.

YOU 

• 2–4 years’ experience in property development, client-side, or advisory roles.
• Tertiary qualification in Property, Construction Management, Planning or a related field.
• Solid understanding of residential planning, approvals and delivery processes.
• Confident working with councils, consultants and internal teams to move projects forward.
• Strong communicator with well-rounded stakeholder management skills.
• Commercially aware, organised and solutions-focused.
• Exposure to masterplannned communities, townhouses, or land subdivisions is a bonus

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.