We are seeking a highly skilled Development Manager to oversee the full management of a designated building. This role involves direct engagement with clients and tenants while ensuring service excellence, compliance, and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will be a motivated leader with a strong background in property management, compliance, and tenant relations.
Key Responsibilities- Building Compliance & Maintenance: Conduct inspections, ensure health & safety compliance, oversee maintenance, and manage external contractors.
- Financial Oversight: Prepare budgets, service charge accounts, and liaise with finance teams to ensure cost efficiency.
- Insurance & Risk Management: Ensure the building is fully insured, handle claims, and oversee periodic inspections.
- Tenant & Client Relations: Act as the primary contact, handle correspondence, meetings, and complaints professionally.
- Contractor & Vendor Management: Oversee procurement, performance reviews, and ensure compliance with service agreements.
- Lease Compliance & Legal Matters: Monitor lease breaches, coordinate legal actions, and support clients with property-related regulations.
- Proven experience in property management with a strong understanding of health & safety, lease agreements, and compliance.
- Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, service charge management, and cost control.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills to liaise effectively with clients, tenants, and contractors.
- Experience in building maintenance and risk management.
- Ability to work independently while leading and mentoring junior staff.
- ARMA and RICS code of practice knowledge is advantageous.
- Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with career growth potential.
- Flexible working arrangements and professional development support.