Development Manager – Landmark Mixed-Use Project
An industry-leading private development group is seeking an ambitious
Development Manager
to help deliver a flagship mixed-use project in one of Melbourne's most prestigious boulevard precincts. The site holds historical significance and is set to be transformed into a contemporary, design-driven landmark showcasing residential, hospitality and retail elements.
The Opportunity
You'll join the team stewarding a major mixed-use redevelopment of a historically important site along Melbourne's famed boulevard corridor. The project blends luxury residences with wellness, hospitality and activated ground-plane offerings, designed in collaboration with world-class architecture and design partners.
This is a rare opportunity to be at the centre of a city-shaping project from early stages through to delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the end-to-end development process: feasibility, planning, design management, procurement and delivery
* Manage feasibility modelling, reporting and commercial analysis
* Coordinate architects, planners, consultants and internal teams to drive design excellence and commercial outcomes
* Support brand, sales, finance and capital teams to ensure alignment across all project phases
* Oversee risk management, program milestones and quality outcomes
* Represent the business professionally across stakeholder and consultant interactions
About You
* 5–10 years' experience in property development (mixed-use, high-density, luxury residential or precinct-scale preferred)
* Strong financial/feasibility capability and commercial judgement
* Skilled in managing complex consultants, planning pathways and high-performance internal teams
* Confident communicator with a passion for design-led, transformational projects
* Curious, driven and thrives in a fast-paced, outcome-focused environment
Why This Role?
* Work on a major mixed-use landmark redefining a significant Melbourne precinct
* Join a design-focused, ambitious development group with a premium pipeline
* Strong exposure to senior leadership and genuine career progression
* Opportunity to influence a project with long-term impact and architectural significance
This is an excellent opportunity to work with a development team that values mentoring, collaboration, and long-term growth.
For a confidential discussion please contact
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