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# Development Manager

- **Company:** Lloyd Recruitment
- **Location:** Chichester, UK
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** £52,000.0 - £56,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Gsuite
- **Published:** September 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2879229190-development-manager

## About the Role

* Minimum 2 years' experience in construction project management
 * Experience administering JCT contracts
 * Good knowledge of Building Regulations, CDM, and health & safety legislation
 * CSCS card holder; SMSTS desirable (training can be provided)
 * Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationwide, including overnight stays
 * Experience working across greenfield, brownfield, or environmentally sensitive sites
 * Proficient in AutoCAD
 * Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects
 * Excellent communication and report writing skills
 * Confident working with internal teams and external consultants
 * Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office and Google Workspace)

Desirable:

 * Degree or HND in a relevant discipline
 * Membership of CIOB

## Description

Lloyd Recruitment Services are pleased to be working with a large organisation seeking an Development Manager to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity to manage a diverse portfolio of commercial construction projects across a national estate.
You will oversee multiple projects simultaneously across greenfield, brownfield, refurbishment, including Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Development Manager Key Responsibilities

 * Manage construction projects from inception through to completion and defects stage
 * Oversee design, specification, and procurement of major works projects
 * Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations, Building Regulations, and health & safety legislation
 * Act as Contract Administrator (JCT), including site visits and progress monitoring
 * Prepare cost estimates and capital expenditure reports for senior stakeholders
 * Lead project meetings and contribute to design development
 * Support planning applications and building regulations approvals
 * Maintain project documentation and standard specifications
 * Review drawings from concept through to as-built using AutoCAD
 * Monitor project progress using project management systems
 * Provide technical advice on site development and potential new opportunities
 * Manage multiple projects simultaneously across a varied estate portfolio


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