Full job descriptionTristonenash are pleased to be working exclusively in partnership with Westward Housing Group on a number of key roles within their Development and Asset Management Directorates.




This is an exciting period of growth for the organisation giving the opportunity for like-minded individuals to join them on this journey




We are looking for an experienced Development Manager to work with the Assistant Director of Development helping to shape and deliver Westwards expanding programme delivery of new homes.




Key Duties include:
*Assisting with the organisation’s Strategic Plans for Growth and Asset Management.
*Meeting target delivery within budget and according to agreed timescales.
*Project managing the delivery of new homes from identifying appropriate sites/opportunities to end of defects liability period on completed properties with the support of the Project Delivery Manager
*Overseeing the procurement of suitable contracts to deliver new homes and act as client throughout the contracts.
*Developing and maintaining effective partnerships and alliances with key partners & stakeholders to provide the framework for identifying and delivering new homes.




The ideal candidate will have:
*Education to degree standard
*The Ability to positively manage a small team
*Experience of Housing Association new build development
*Understanding of the H.E. Framework and responsibilities under the Capital Funding Guide
*Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of residential new build property development
*A proven track record in delivering outcomes at scale and pace.
*Demonstrable ability in building successful stakeholder partnerships and developing relationships to position the association appropriately for new opportunities
*A track record of effective risk assessment and management
*Analytical and budgetary experience of assessing viability of property-based transactions




To apply please submit your CV, or for more information, please contact James New on or Danny Wring on