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Development Manager

Shape Communities. Deliver Homes. Lead with Purpose.
We’re Hiring: Housing Development Manager – North West

Are you an experienced development professional ready to make a real difference in the North West? Join a dynamic and forward-thinking Housing Association committed to delivering high-quality, affordable homes and building sustainable, thriving communities.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a proactive and driven Housing Development Manager to lead the delivery of our ambitious development programme. You’ll be at the forefront of new-build housing and regeneration projects that respond to local needs and support our strong social purpose.

Key Responsibilities

✅ Lead end-to-end delivery of residential development projects-from land acquisition to handover.
✅ Identify and secure new land-led and Section 106 opportunities.
✅ Undertake detailed viability assessments, manage risks, and prepare funding bids.
✅ Collaborate with local authorities, contractors, consultants, and internal teams.
✅ Ensure all developments meet planning, quality, and regulatory standards.
✅ Embed sustainability, affordability, and long-term community benefit in every scheme.
✅ Mentor and support colleagues to help grow team capability and performance.

What We’re Looking For

✔ Proven experience in housing development or regeneration-ideally in a housing association, local authority, or similar setting.
✔ Strong knowledge of the North West’s housing landscape, planning system, and funding streams (e.g. Homes England).
✔ Excellent project management, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
✔ A strategic mindset paired with a practical, delivery-focused approach.
✔ A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across the region.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a collaborative, values-driven organisation where your leadership will help shape the homes and communities of the future. We offer a supportive and ambitious environment where your work makes a genuine, lasting impact in people’s lives.


Ready to Build the Future?
Apply today and help deliver more than just homes-we’re creating opportunity, stability, and real change.

Vivid Resourcing are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law.

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