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# Development Manager

- **Company:** Mace
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Project
- **Published:** September 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/development-manager/mace-job107986883

## About the Role

* Skilled in communication, influencing, organisation, and time management.
 * Degree-qualified.
 * Experience in client-side development and or project management.
 * Working with financial models including Excel and Estates Master.
 * MS Project or suitable alternatives.
 * Managing multi-disciplinary teams.
 * Overseeing development budgets, programmes and trackers.
 * A strong understanding of the real estate market.
 * Experience in public sector partnerships and residential-led regeneration is preferred but not requisite.
 * Additional European languages would be an asset.

## Description

We are seeking a capable Development Manager to support the appraisal and delivery of development projects across the UK and Ireland, with opportunities to contribute to international work. This role suits a professional with client-side property development experience who is looking to further develop their experience.

You'll be responsible for:

 * Supporting Senior Development Managers and Directors with the appraisal and progression of live and prospective development opportunities.
 * Supporting the population and testing of financial models.
 * Assisting due diligence and funding activity.
 * Arranging and managing professional team appointments, key trackers and registers.
 * Assisting in the management of budget and cost elements.
 * Tracking commercial performance.
 * Coordinating and assisting with various development delivery activities.
 * Collaborating with clients and project teams.


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