We have an opportunity for an experienced Planning Development Manager role to join our Victorian Land Lease Communities (LLC) Team.
Now is an exciting time to join this market disrupting sector, in a diverse role that will give you the ability to grow your career working on Stockland's market leading Land Lease Communities projects. These are typically comprising of freestanding homes, clubhouses and recreational facilities (pools, bowling greens, etc).
**The Opportunity - About the Role**
Reporting directly to the General Manager, Stockland Halcyon Victoria this role is responsible for supporting the strategic growth of LLC in Victoria. In this role you will achieve approval of major pipeline projects and review of new business opportunities.
**Your responsibilities will include**:
- Manage all aspects of the front end of project delivery approvals including; Design development and preparation of Development Applications to Financial performance - reporting, budgeting, programming and risk assessment.
- Take a leadership role to ensure a project culture of design thinking, customer focus and cross-divisional collaboration is fostered leveraging Stockland's mixed use capabilities.
- Collaborate across States to gain an understanding of how the planning systems vary to assist in discussions with the relevant governing bodies.
- Obtaining all required current and future approvals; and Monitor market and competitor activity constantly in relation to the direction and performance of the project(s), implement product changes in conjunction with members of the cross functional project team when applicable to maintain competitiveness.
- Engage directly with and manage relationships across Stockland with the key stakeholder groups including but not limited to: State/Local Government approval authorities, consultants, contractors, community groups/stakeholders, and builder partners to achieve required outcomes in a manner that enhances the image and reputation of Stockland.
**About You**
You are strategic thinker with reputable experience in Front-end development ideally having worked from the Government and Developer side. You will have exceptional skills in masterplanning and taking projects from visioning through to construction commencement.
To be successful in the role you will have the following Skills, Experience and Qualifications:
- Planning experience ideally across a diverse portfolio including regional areas
- Project, cost and risk management expertise
- Proven experience managing multiple projects or a portfolio of projects
- Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams
- Demonstrated commercial acumen
- Proven track record of achieving results through influencing and relationship skills
- Relevant tertiary qualification in relevant field
**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.
We recognise the importance of flexibility and work life-quality and over 80% of our employees have informal or formal flexible work arrangements. Additionally, Stockland has a strong commitment to achieving the best outcomes through an inclusive and collaborative culture. Our customers come from diverse backgrounds and we want our teams to reflect this.
We offer competitive remuneration and benefits. Benefits include free to access or subsidised lifestyle, health, well-being and financial services products.