Construction Development Manager - North Dublin

Overview

Lead development projects from feasibility to delivery for residential mixed-use sites.

Key Responsibilities

• feasibility study
• planning submissions
• budget monitoring
• regulatory compliance
• procurement management
• programme management

Tasks

You will lead the delivery of development projects from acquisition / feasibility through to planning, procurement and handover. This role is perfect for someone from a consultancy background (5-7 years) who wants to transition into a full developer role, or an experienced developer-side professional. You will be responsible for shaping the development strategy, driving execution and ensuring successful programme, cost and quality outcomes. -Manage stakeholder relationships (investors, joint-venture partners, local authorities, design/consultancy teams). -Lead feasibility studies, site acquisitions, market analysis, and business cases for new development opportunities. -Report to senior leadership on pipeline, performance, risks and opportunities; contribute to business growth strategy. -Monitor project budgets, cashflows, cost forecasts, and development KPIs from early stage through to delivery. -Lead and mentor a small team, embedding a culture of high performance, innovation and continuous improvement. -Manage planning submissions, engage with local authorities, design teams, and consultants to secure planning and approvals. -Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks (zoning, planning, building regulations, sustainability standards) and manage developer obligations. -Coordinate design development, contract strategy, procurement, and delivery teams to ensure alignment with the developer’s vision. -Drive programme management, setting key milestones for project phases, monitoring progress and ensuring timely handover. -Oversee procurement strategy, contractor/consultant selection, cost modelling and risk assessments.

Requirements

• 5-7yrs
• construction degree
• cost modelling
• stakeholder
• breeam
• leadership

What You Bring

Required - Someone from Developer or Consultancy Background -5-7 years’ experience working in a consultancy (or similar) with involvement in development/real-estate projects or 7+ years’ direct developer-side experience. -Good knowledge of Irish planning process, building regulations, zoning, sustainability credentials (BREEAM, LEED etc) is an advantage. -Degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Real Estate, or related discipline. Chartered status desirable but not essential. -Strong stakeholder management, negotiation and communication skills. -Ability to manage cost modelling, budgets, forecasting and commercial decision-making. -Excellent understanding of development lifecycle: feasibility, planning, procurement, delivery. -Proactive, strategic thinker who is comfortable operating in a dynamic environment and driving growth. -Strong exposure to residential/apartment/mixed-use developments in Ireland (preferred). -Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and coordinate consultants, contractors and delivery partners.

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Benefits

Package: €65K - €80K Base + Bonus + Pension

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