Technical Development Manager

Hunter Dunning Limited; Chichester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job description

Technical Development Manager Job in Chichester, West Sussex

New opportunity for a Technical Development Manager job with a property developer based in Chichester, West Sussex. Our client is predominately focused on strategic land promotion and property development across the South East. Now expanding their team and looking for a well-rounded Technical Manager to oversee projects from identification, acquisition, and delivery. Offering a salary of up to £70k + bonus.

With a strong regional presence, the team is currently active on several sites per year, typically (Apply online only) units, with plans to scale up. The role would suit someone from a technical, planning or land background who understands the full development lifecycle, not just deal-making, and is looking to move into a client-side role. You'll be joining a small but well-respected team at a key stage in their expansion.

Role & Responsibilities

1. Lead technical due diligence pre-acquisition, assessing risks around ground conditions, flooding, drainage, utilities, and infrastructure.
2. Manage project viability and programming, ensuring regular updates and coordination across teams.
3. Oversee budgets and financial controls to ensure cost-effective delivery.
4. Monitor project performance against key indicators, budgets, and timelines.
5. Plan and coordinate complex, interdependent project tasks to ensure smooth progression.
6. Manage or coordinate design teams through the planning process, including value engineering.
7. Support technical and planning requirements during land sales and oversee third-party infrastructure delivery.

Required Skills & Experience

1. Degree qualified in a relevant subject area such as planning, real estate, or surveying.
2. Chartered status is highly desirable.
3. Strong understanding of the full development life cycle.
4. Experience in land promotion or development management.
5. Strong technical knowledge of site appraisals and infrastructure.
6. Exposure to financial reporting and project programmes.
7. Full UK Driving Licence and car.

What you get back

1. Salary of £60,000 - £70,000.
2. Discretionary bonus.
3. Free parking.
4. Health & wellbeing programme.
5. Newly refurbished office space.
6. Development opportunities and career progression.

Apply
If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies.

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Referral

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Technical Development Manager Job in Chichester - Your Property Recruitment Specialists (Job Ref: 15219)