Director of Development

We are looking for an ambitious and experienced Development Director to focus on Build to Rent (BtR) projects. This pivotal role will focus on acquiring, planning, and delivering large-scale residential schemes within the BtR sector, overseeing projects from conception through to completion. Key Responsibilities:End-to-End Project Leadership: Oversee the full development cycle for BtR schemes, from identifying and acquiring suitable sites through to design, planning, construction, and delivery.Site Acquisition and Feasibility: Lead the acquisition of sites for BtR schemes, working closely with the land acquisition team to assess viability and secure prime opportunities.Investor and Stakeholder Management: Cultivate and manage relationships with institutional investors, joint venture partners, and stakeholders to secure funding and ensure project success.Project Delivery: Manage large-scale BtR projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.Strategic Growth: Shape and implement a long-term development strategy for BtR schemes, identifying future opportunities for expansion.Team Leadership: Provide leadership and direction to project teams, ensuring all aspects of development align with business goals and stakeholder expectations.Ideal Candidate:Extensive experience in Build to Rent or residential property development, with a proven track record of delivering large-scale projects.Strong network within the property investment, planning, and development sectors, with the ability to secure off-market deals.Expertise in the acquisition and planning process, with an eye for identifying viable BtR opportunities.Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills.Ability to manage complex, multi-phase developments, from land acquisition through to construction and asset management.Commercially minded with a strategic vision for expanding a BtR portfolio.