
Development Manager
Harwell Consulting
Posted 5 days ago
The Company
This privately owned Brisbane-based developer delivers high-quality projects across commercial, healthcare, and residential sectors. With a diverse portfolio including offices, medical centres, retail and multi-residential communities, they’re also expanding into managed development investments. Agile and investor-aligned, they move quickly to capitalise on market opportunities, with a hands-on, commercial approach. Their focus on quality, sustainability and community outcomes is backed by strong delivery, trusted partnerships, and a reputation built on repeat business and forward-thinking design.
The Role
- Own the development lifecycle including feasibility, acquisition support, DA, design, procurement, construction, and delivery
- Prepare and manage feasibility studies using Estate Master, as well as cashflows and investment decks
- Drive DA submissions and approvals with planners, consultants and authorities
- Collaborate with in-house and external teams on design development to balance vision, cost and buildability
- Run value management and consultant performance reviews during design
- Support JV and investor communications through clear reporting and progress tracking
- Lead tender and procurement strategies, contractor engagement, and commercial terms
- Interface closely with the builder throughout delivery, including program, budget, quality and milestones
- Problem-solve proactively and own the outcome when challenges arise
- Represent the business professionally in dealings with council, community, and partners
- Support or lead additional site opportunities across key Brisbane growth corridors
The Person
- 5+ years in property development & delivery (multi-residential, mixed-use or commercial)
- Strong understanding of SE QLD planning frameworks (Brisbane experience preferred)
- Track record delivering residential towers or complex staged developments
- Financial literacy and confidence in modelling, analysis, and reporting
- Effective communicator and relationship builder across internal and external stakeholders
- Organised, structured and proactive, able to manage projects with limited direction
- Commercially minded problem-solver with drive to add value and push projects forward
- Adaptable and comfortable operating within a fast-paced, agile private developer
- Tertiary qualifications in Property, Construction, Engineering or related field
The Package
- $170,000 to $200,000 + Super (flexible for the right candidate)
- Profit Share: Structured bonus arrangement with equity upside tied to project and business performance
- Long-term leadership runway as Hamilton evolves and senior capacity is reshaped
- Newstead-based office near cafés, riverwalks and city access
- Work with a respected developer known for loyalty, design vision and performance, where people stay and grow
Interested?
Are you a driven Development Manager ready to shape standout residential and mixed-use projects across Brisbane? Join a respected team with real momentum, long-term growth ahead, and a track record of delivering with impact.
This could be the move that defines your next chapter. Contact Jackie at [email protected] or call 0489 073 188 for a confidential chat.
About Harwell Consulting
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