The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Senior Development Manager to lead front-end development and complex rezoning initiatives across a major strategic industrial landholding. This role requires strong expertise in navigating planning frameworks, stakeholder engagement, and zoning transitions to unlock future development opportunities.
You will play a critical role in shaping long-term outcomes by driving rezoning strategies, managing relationships with government and planning authorities, and ensuring timely approvals that align with broader business objectives.
Your tasks will include:
* Leading rezoning strategy and execution, working closely with internal teams.
* Navigating planning approvals and environmental overlays to unlock developable land.
* Building and managing relationships with government stakeholders, councils, and JV partners.
* Driving front-end development outcomes across multiple strategic projects.
* Providing strategic insight into planning pathways, approvals, and stakeholder engagement.
To be successful in this role you will:
* Bring deep expertise in land zoning, planning approvals, and front-end development.
* Demonstrate strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, particularly with government and planning authorities.
* Have experience leading rezoning projects with environmental and heritage complexities.
* Be commercially astute, with a track record of delivering outcomes in multi-disciplinary teams.
* Thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment with a clear focus on long-term strategic outcomes.
The Stockland Proposition
At Stockland we are a community delivering outcomes that benefit the community at large. We work collaboratively and inclusively, building strong working relationships. Our portfolio is diverse and so are the opportunities for professional and career development. We are committed to providing our people with broad experiences to build a successful career.
Due to the permanent nature of this role, we can only accept applications from Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents or Open Work Visa holders with more than 12 months validity from their role start date.
Agencies should note that unsolicited resumes will not be accepted for this position and Stockland will not pay any fees related to resumes that are submitted directly to hiring managers and not through our approved process. Where appropriate, the Careers @ Stockland Team will work with our preferred panel of agencies to source candidates for roles.
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