Join Our Dynamic Team as a Development Project Manager!

Are you ready to lead and manage high-impact development projects? We are seeking a talented Development Project Manager to join our innovative team within the Watkin Jones Group Delivery function.

About the Role:

As a Development Project Manager, you will play an important role in supporting the delivery of capital development projects, including both self-build and third-party developments. You’ll work alongside a senior team to guide projects through their lifecycle—from managing risks and timelines to ensuring quality standards and controlling costs. Reporting to the Development Project Director, you’ll collaborate with the Watkin Jones Construction Team, third-party contractors, consultants, and clients to ensure projects run smoothly and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage specific development projects within the agreed framework (RACI), ensuring milestones and budgets are met.
• Oversee capital development schemes, ensuring quality standards, schedules, and cost control are adhered to.
• Coordinate the involvement of third-party contractors, consultants, and other key stakeholders.
• Prepare and present regular project progress reports to the senior management team, offering insights and solutions where necessary.
• Track contractor and consultant performance, ensuring that project goals are being achieved.
• Assist in preparing cash flow forecasts, budget reports, and other financial documents.
• Administer building contracts, ensuring third-party responsibilities are managed effectively and in a timely manner.

Core Objectives:

• Ensure projects comply with all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in developing cost plans, identifying risks, and defining procurement strategies.
• Support the preparation and maintenance of detailed project schedules and execution plans.
• Attend project meetings, ensuring effective communication and reporting.
• Monitor performance and compliance of consultants and contractors, ensuring high standards.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in project management or coordination within the construction or development sector.
• Strong communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage and collaborate with multiple stakeholders to keep projects on track.
• Familiarity with industry standards such as the RIBA Outline Plan of Work 2020

Why Join Us?

At Watkin Jones, we believe in investing in our people. Here’s what we can offer you:

• Professional Growth: Individual support for your career advancement.
• Rewards: Discretionary annual bonus, health cash plan, life insurance, and more.
• Work-Life Balance: 25 days of annual leave (increasing with tenure), flexible working from home, and discounted gym memberships.
• Benefits: Company car or allowance, exclusive shopping discounts, and a contributory pension scheme.

Why Choose Watkin Jones Group?

Watkin Jones Group is the UK’s leading developer, builder, and manager of residential-for-rent homes, with a rich history dating back to 1791. With 54,000+ homes developed and in-build across over 254 schemes, we have a proven track record of success. Our operating arm, Fresh, manages over 18,500 units across 58 schemes, representing approximately £1.7bn of assets under management.

Joining us means becoming part of a company that’s not only deeply rooted in history but also firmly focused on the future. We’re committed to creating high-quality rental homes, fostering vibrant communities, and driving sustainable development. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to grow your career in a fast-paced, innovative environment. If you’re ready to make a significant impact and advance your career with a market leader, we’d love to hear from you!