Development Manager

Lendlease is a real estate business that operates as three deep capabilities of Investments, Development and Construction. The future belongs to all of us. We’re committed to creating benefit for all, in everything we do.

Our vision is to create the best places; places that inspire and enrich the lives of people around the world. Our people are the greatest contributors to our success and underpin our ability to create innovative and sustainable urban developments.

About the role:

We are looking for 2 Development Managers to join our Melbourne Development team, working on both current and planned projects in the apartments space. Reporting to the Senior Development Manager, you will play a key role in executing on the business plan. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Lead the execution of development projects in line with the agreed business plan

• Manage the end-to-end development lifecycle from brief preparation through to delivery

• Ensure developments achieve strong commercial outcomes while balancing quality and delivery objectives

• Effectively manage and balance a wide range of internal and external stakeholders

• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure alignment across development, design, delivery, and sales

• Identify and manage risks, issues, and opportunities throughout the development lifecycle

• Maintain a high level of stakeholder engagement and communication to support approvals, delivery, and project success

About You:

You will have a proven ability to lead complex projects with excellent planning & problem-solving skills. You will also have:

• 7+ years’ experience in development – ideally with experience in large scale apartment projects or mixed-use precincts.

• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills.

• Adaptable, collaborative, and committed to delivering high-quality outcomes.

• Tertiary qualification in Property, Construction, or related field.

About us:
We are committed to developing and retaining the best people and provide the best possible learning and development opportunities. We are a company who thrive on our employee’s wellbeing, and offer benefits including:

• Balance your career and personal life with work flexibility, purchase additional annual leave and extensive family support benefits.

• 26 weeks paid parental leave for both parents.

• 3x extra Wellbeing days per year (on top of annual leave).

At Lendlease we offer workplaces that unite diverse minds; where respect, equitable treatment and equitable opportunity are just the norm. We remain committed to supporting under-represented groups and providing a wide range of inclusion initiatives, so that everyone is supported to thrive.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is reflected in our Elevate Reconciliation Action Plan, our Bronze Award with the Australian Workplace Equality Index by Pride in Diversity, and our generous parental leave policy of 26 weeks to any parent regardless of gender.

Lendlease welcomes applicants regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, people with a disability, sexual orientation, or life stage. If you do not meet all the criteria or require adjustments to proceed with your application, we encourage you to reach out for a further discussion.