Development Manager

Location County Kildare
Discipline: Construction
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £Negotiable DOE
Contact name: Marie Clear

Contact email: mclear@elkrecruitment.com
Job ref: BH-5843
Published: about 5 hours ago
Startdate: 2026-02-27
At Elk Recruitment, we are looking for a driven Development Manager to join our client’s growing team based in Kildare. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Development Manager to make a real impact in an innovative and growing organization.
 
Responsibilities:
  • Conducting property and project specific research and due diligence
  • Preparation of development appraisals and cashflows
  • Reviewing design drawings and challenging strategies
  • Managing and co-ordination of planning applications
  • Assisting with professional appointment process and management design teams
  • Oversee the co-ordination of design information including drawings and specifications
  • Oversee all statutory approvals for projects
  • Management of project stakeholders including third parties such as local authorities
  • Assisting with drafting and administration of build contracts and other legal documents
  • Assisting with drafting and implementation of development plan
  • Assisting development manager with project reporting and programming
  • Managing project funding applications and costs
  • Assisting the company in bringing in new systems and practices to improve productivity, profitability, quality, and overall performance
  • Assisting with risk planning and management
 
Key Skills & Competencies
  • Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and precision in setting out and measurements.
  • Problem-Solving: Ability to identify issues on-site and provide effective solutions.
  • Organisational Skills: Strong planning and organizational abilities, capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with construction drawings, specifications, and the use of surveying equipment.
  • Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders, including subcontractors, engineers, and project managers.
  • Adaptability: Flexible approach to work, capable of adjusting to project demands and challenges.
 
Qualifications & Experience
  • Background in construction management, quantity surveying, engineering, or related field
  • Previous experience in a related field advantageous
  • Proficient in Microsoft office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook
  • Experience with Microsoft Project planning software
  • Project appraisal software, e.g. Argus/Estate Master
  • Excellent communication and report writing skills
  • Detail orientated and highly organised
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and in the development of design solutions
  • Self-motivated and ambitious
 
What’s next
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