Development Manager
About the Role
We are seeking a proactive, commercially astute Development Manager to join our NSW Residential team on a permanent, full-time basis - offering a unique two-stage career roadmap across two of NSW’s most exciting development regions.
For your first 18 months, you will be immersed in our award-winning coastal masterplanned community at Shell Cove, spending a minimum of three days a week on-site alongside an experienced, supportive team.
Reporting directly to the Development Director, you will lead day-to-day development activities primarily focused on our landmark coastal apartment stages. Following this, you will transition onto your next major project within our Greater Sydney development pipeline.
How you’ll make an impact
- Optimise project margins and mitigate commercial risk from concept through to project close-out, managing development budgets, feasibilities, and cash flow forecasts with precision.
- Lead the design and value management process alongside internal specialists and external consultants to deliver marketable, cost-effective, and environmentally sustainable apartment outcomes.
- Build trusted, collaborative relationships with our Joint Venture partners, local authorities, consultants, and contractors to streamline planning approvals and stage delivery.
- Oversee external contractors and superintendent functions on-site, upholding rigorous WHS standards, programme milestones, and exceptional customer handover quality.
What you’ll bring
- Proven track record as a Development Manager or Project Manager delivering residential apartments, medium-density housing, or masterplanned communities.
- Tertiary qualification in Property Development, Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related commercial discipline.
- Strong financial and analytical capability across development feasibilities, cost control, forecasting, and contract administration.
- A collaborative, solution-focused approach with the enthusiasm to spend a minimum of 3 days per week on-site at Shell Cove for the first 18 months before transitioning to a Greater Sydney project.
What you can look forward to
At Frasers Property Australia, we believe the employee experience is a valuable asset which needs planning, great design, and a lot of ongoing care. Together, we create:
- Meaningful Work: Deliver iconic coastal apartments at Shell Cove before shaping major urban communities across our Greater Sydney pipeline.
- Exciting Careers: Enjoy permanent career security, direct mentoring from senior development leaders, and structured long-term progression pathways.
- The Right Balance: Access flexible hybrid working arrangements, comprehensive wellbeing initiatives, additional purchased leave options, and generous perks including 50% off Frasers Hospitality stays and residential property purchase rewards.
- An Inclusive Culture: We are proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, a certified Family Inclusive Workplace, a White Ribbon Accredited organisation, and a Work180 Endorsed Employer for all women.
Our Commitment to You
At Frasers Property, we are committed to creating 'Proud Communities' both in the places we build and the teams we grow. We value diversity in all its forms and actively foster an inclusive, accessible culture where everyone feels they belong. We proudly hold a Reconciliation Action Plan and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, cultures, sexual orientations, and abilities, and strive to provide an accessible, barrier-free experience, starting with the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or support to participate at your best, please let us know during the application stage.
Unsure if you meet every requirement? We’ll never know if you don’t hit the ‘apply’ button!
Find out moreLearn more about Frasers Property: www.frasersproperty.com.au