Development Manager

Job no: 493535
Work type: Full Time
Location: Parramatta, Brisbane, Melbourne
Classification: Executive Level 1

DHA is seeking experienced Development Managers to join the Development and Construction Team. Join us today on the frontline of property development!

Salary Range: $118,461 to $144,571 per annum plus 15.4% superannuation

About us

Defence Housing Australia (DHA) is a Nationally Recognised Government Business Enterprise with the primary role of providing housing and related services to Defence and their families. DHA manages one of Australia’s largest national housing portfolios of about 17,000 properties and has an opportunity for an experienced Development Manager to join the team.

About your team

Sitting within the Project Group, the Projects and Sales team is responsible for delivering residential developments which satisfy and fulfil the requirements of DHA’s Corporate Objectives, managing construction of properties to meet provisioning requirements, overseeing property sales, and developing and implementing Property Group related marketing activities new leads and maintaining awareness of the Property Investment Program.

About the role

There are multiple vacancies in Parramatta, NSW and Brisbane, QLD and Melbourne, VIC. We are seeking to form a merit pool for potential future opportunities within the Project Group.

As the Development Manager you will plan and lead complex development projects to achieve business objectives, on time and on budget. This includes the delivery of green or brown field residential development projects, including rezoning processes, managing and evaluating project risks, as well as influencing business outcomes to align with DHA’s goals and objectives.

For information on DHA’s Employee Value Proposition, visit our website.

The role is responsible for:

• Leading and motivating a project and consultant team to identify development opportunities and improve development concepts. This includes the management of planning, engineering, and other specialist consultants to procure development approvals that provide viable civil and built form construction delivery solutions
• Preparing consultancy and contractor briefs, as well as provide ongoing management of consultants and contractors through the full development cycle, including rezoning processes, planning and urban design, development and construction approvals, construction delivery, marketing and sales and through to final handover and project close out
• Defining project scopes and prepare and manage project programs, prepare and manage project budget and cash flow models, and undertaking feasibility assessments, monthly reports, written submissions and recommendations
• Managing the procurement processes for project consultants and contractors, including compiling tender documentation for formal tender processes and/or for other less formal procurement processes consistent with DHA procurement processes
• Managing clients and stakeholders and respond to complex client and stakeholder concerns with professionalism and sensitivity while presenting DHA’s interests. You will be required to prepare high quality reports and briefs for DHA Management.

Benefits for working at DHA include:

• 15.4% superannuation
• Generous leave entitlements, including 18 days personal leave and 20 days annual leave per year
• Work-life balance
• Positive workplace culture where you can bring your whole self to work
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Career progression and opportunities
• ADF partner employment conditions when posting to a new location

For more detail on what we offer, visit the DHA website and refer to the DHA Enterprise Agreement 2024-27.

How to apply

To apply, click the Apply Now button below with your current resume and a 500-word one page pitch, addressing the requirements of the role.

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 Any questions? Please contact Peter Gurkin, National Manager Developments T: 0421 041 129 E: peter.gurkin@dha.gov.au

Order of Merit

A merit pool will be established from this process which will be valid for 18 months from the date of advertising. This merit pool may be used throughout this period to fill similar positions in the event positions become vacant.

Inclusion and Diversity

DHA is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from across our community including, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those who identify as LGBTIQ+, ex-defence members, mature aged employees and carers.

RecruitAbility

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information visit: https://www.apsc.gov.au/recruitability

Eligibility 

Employment with DHA is conditional on successful applicants demonstrating that they are an Australian citizen and can obtain and maintain a security clearance at the required level.

Applications close

AEST 11.55pm Wednesday, 12 February 2025

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