Development Manager
Job Description:
Your New Company
Our client is a well-established international investment and property development group backed by a strong capital platform.
Your New Role
An experienced Development Manager is sought to lead site acquisition across QLD, supporting the expansion of a diversified, high-yield property portfolio.
Job Responsibilities
- Source and assess land and property assets with strong development potential.
- Conduct due diligence, feasibility studies, and financial analysis (IRR, ROI, yield).
- Negotiate directly with landowners, agents, and developers to secure acquisitions.
- Liaise with planners, architects, and consultants to evaluate zoning, DA potential, and approvals.
- Oversee early development stages and ensure concepts align with market demand and profitability targets.
- Build and maintain networks across landowners, agents, developers, and government stakeholders.
- Monitor market trends in commercial, residential, and lifestyle sectors to identify opportunities.
Job Requirements
- Proven experience in land acquisition and property development in Queensland (Brisbane & Gold Coast).
- Track record in office, shopping centre/retail, hotel/serviced apartments, or retirement/lifestyle living projects.
- Strong knowledge of residential apartment development and large-scale mixed-use projects.
- Familiarity with planning regulations, DA processes, and feasibility assessments.
- Skilled in financial modelling and investment analysis.
- Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Mandarin (spoken and written) is essential.
- Established local market knowledge and networks.
Referrals
If you know talented professionals who would excel in this role, we welcome your referrals. A referral bonus is offered for successful hires.
How to Apply
If you're interested in this position, please forward your updated CV to [email protected]
About Us
We are a bilingual recruitment consultancy connecting Chinese-speaking professionals with Australian businesses. We value professionalism, efficiency and long-term partnerships. To explore more opportunities, follow our LinkedIn page: Mandarin Talents Recruitment.