Development Manager – St Austell

Fixed Term Contract – Until June 2027

We are looking for an experienced Development Manager to lead residential developments from land handover to planning consent, ensuring each scheme is viable, deliverable, and aligned with growth ambitions. You’ll coordinate consultants, engage with local authorities, shape design strategies, and champion high-quality outcomes at every stage.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive development strategy, viability, and planning coordination.
• Manage multi-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality planning applications.
• Build strong relationships with landowners, planners, stakeholders, and communities.
• Identify and mitigate risks, keeping projects on track.
• Report on budgets, milestones, and progress during the pre-construction phase.

About You

• HND or equivalent Level 5 qualification in a related discipline.
• Commercially aware, confident, and collaborative.
• Experienced in the full housebuilding development process, from land acquisition to sales.
• Strong knowledge of planning policy, land law, contracts, and Section 106 agreements.
• Excellent communicator and problem solver, with a proactive approach to project delivery.

What We Offer

• Fixed term contract until June 2027.
• Competitive salary and car allowance package.
• Opportunity to make a real impact on residential developments.

Next Steps

For an informal discussion, please call Jo or Abbie on 01752 421888 or apply as instructed. Interviews will begin shortly.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. Applications are welcome from individuals of all backgrounds, including under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background.

Sphere Solutions Ltd is a leading construction recruitment agency specialising in staffing solutions across the construction sector, with a strong presence in Wales, Cardiff, Bristol, Gloucester, Taunton, Plymouth, Truro, and Southampton.