Senior Development Manager at Hill Group UK

, , United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Project Management, Financial Planning, Risk Management, Communication, Negotiation, Problem Solving, Collaboration, Strategic Thinking, Detail Orientation, Viability Appraisals, Commercial Reporting, Stakeholder Management, Mentoring, Business Development, Planning Strategies

Industry

Construction

Description

We build places with purpose—and that starts with strong leadership. As a Senior Development Manager at Hill, you’ll lead complex, high-value residential and joint venture projects from post-acquisition through to pre-construction handover. You’ll bring strategic oversight, commercial expertise and confident coordination to every stage of the development process—guiding teams, mitigating risks and turning great ideas into real progress. This is a senior leadership role where you’ll manage £20m+ schemes, mentor junior colleagues, and act as the lead voice on technical, legal and planning matters—ensuring every project aligns with Hill’s quality, vision and values. What you’ll do: Lead a portfolio of land-led and JV schemes across acquisition, planning and pre-delivery Manage key programmes, budgets, appraisals and risk registers with clarity and confidence Oversee consultant teams, ensuring deliverables meet scope, timelines and Hill’s standards Coordinate internal departments—Technical, Sales, Commercial, Finance, Land—to deliver fully aligned projects Drive planning strategies, oversee submissions and guide multi-phase delivery approaches Validate financial modelling, challenge assumptions and ensure commercial alignment Support bids, acquisitions and planning appeals with accurate data and well-structured analysis Lead project handovers, ensuring teams are set up for success from the start Represent Hill in meetings with landowners, planning authorities and clients Act as APC Supervisor and mentor to Development Managers, Assistants and Trainees Contribute to business development conversations and the identification of new opportunities Champion Hill’s values and high-performance culture across your team and region What we’re looking for: Full MRICS or MRTPI qualification Significant experience in residential development leadership Proven track record managing projects from acquisition to delivery Skilled in viability appraisals, financial planning and commercial reporting Confident leading internal and external stakeholders across complex programmes Strategic thinker with a strong eye for detail and delivery Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills A collaborative leader who brings others with them What you’ll get: 26 days holiday Private healthcare and wellbeing platform Hill Incentive scheme and retail discounts Volunteering days and continuous learning opportunities A high-performing and supportive team culture competitive salary and package Why Hill? At Hill, we offer more than just a job — we offer the opportunity to make a real and lasting impact. Every person here contributes to delivering sustainable, high-quality homes and shaping vibrant communities across the UK. Our culture is underpinned by our values: Ambition – we set bold goals and support each other to exceed them Impact – we focus on delivering meaningful outcomes Agility – we move quickly, adapt confidently, and embrace change Collaboration – we work together to achieve more, sharing success along the way As a privately owned business, we’re able to move with pace and purpose. We invest in people, support career growth, and empower individuals to lead from wherever they stand. Hard-working, driven people thrive here — and are recognised for what they deliver and how they deliver it. Join Hill and be part of a forward-thinking, values-led team. Together, we’re not just building homes — we’re building a lasting legacy. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and can provide adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Responsibilities

Lead complex residential and joint venture projects from post-acquisition to pre-construction handover. Manage key programmes, budgets, and risk registers while ensuring alignment with Hill's quality and values.