Development Manager

Salary/Rate:£75,000 - £100,000 per annum
Job Type:Office Based
Contract Type:Perm
Town/City:London
County:London
Sector:Construction and Commercial Management
Job ref:JN -102025-84387_1760619189
Post Date:16. 10. 2025
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Meet Our Recruiter

Mitch Butler
Mitch Butler
Senior Consultant, Construction

About the Role

Cobalt is working with a leading real estate developer to recruit a Development Manager to oversee landmark hotel and mixed-use schemes across the UK. This role suits someone with proven experience delivering complex projects from post-acquisition through to construction and completion.

 

The Organisation

Our client is a respected, privately-owned developer with a diverse portfolio spanning hotels, student accommodation, and BTR assets. With full in-house capability across acquisition, planning, and delivery, they combine commercial focus with a commitment to design quality and community impact.

 

The Role

You'll lead large-scale developments through all RIBA stages, managing consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to exceptional standards. A strong focus will be on hotel delivery, from planning and procurement to handover.

 

Key responsibilities:

  • Oversee projects from feasibility through construction and completion.
  • Lead the design and planning process, securing necessary approvals.
  • Manage procurement, budgets, and contractor performance.
  • Ensure quality, compliance, and risk management across all stages.
  • Build strong relationships with funders, JV partners, and authorities.

 

Skills and Experience Required

  • Proven experience in hotel or hospitality development delivery.
  • Strong project management and commercial acumen.
  • Skilled in managing design, planning, and construction teams.
  • Confident communicator and collaborator across stakeholders.
  • Degree-qualified in a relevant field.

 

This is a great opportunity to join a high-performing developer delivering standout projects nationwide, with a competitive package, bonus, and strong career progression.

 

Interviews are ongoing - apply now to avoid missing out.

 

Due to high application volumes, if you don't hear back, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. If you require adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let your Cobalt consultant know.

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