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Development Manager (Client-Side Project Manager)All potential candidates should read through the following details of this job with care before making an application.Salary: 50,000 - 57,000 + Car Allowance + BenefitsLocation: South East (UK-wide travel required)An exciting opportunity has arisen for a client-side Project Manager / Development Manager to join a well-established, nationally recognised organisation with an extensive UK-wide property portfolio. This role offers the chance to work across a diverse range of projects, supporting the development and enhancement of a growing estate, with full lifecycle project exposure from inception through to completion.The RoleReporting into a senior leadership team, you will be responsible for delivering multiple construction and development projects across the UK. This is a hands-on client-side role, offering a mix of project management, stakeholder engagement, and technical oversight.Key responsibilities include: Managing multiple construction projects from feasibility through to completion and defectsCoordinating design development, procurement, and delivery of major worksActing as Contract Administrator (JCT) during the construction phaseOverseeing project budgets, cost planning, and capital expenditure reportingLeading stakeholder engagement across internal teams and external consultantsSupporting planning applications and building regulations approvalsEnsuring compliance with CDM regulations and health & safety standardsMonitoring project progress, quality, and programme deliveryReviewing technical drawings (AutoCAD) and maintaining project documentationContributing to the ongoing improvement of specifications and development processes About YouWe're looking for a proactive and driven Project Manager who enjoys working in a collaborative, client-side environment.You will ideally have: 2+ years' experience in construction project managementExperience administering JCT contractsGood knowledge of Building Regulations, CDM, and H&S legislationExposure to managing multiple projects simultaneouslyStrong stakeholder management and communication skillsAbility to work independently and take ownership of projectsWorking knowledge of AutoCADDegree / HND in a construction-related discipline (desirable)Professional membership (e.g. CIOB) or working towards (desirable)Full UK driving licence and willingness to travelSMSTS / CSCS qualifications are advantageous, though support can be provided. Why Apply? xjdpvnf True client-side role with ownership and autonomyOpportunity to work on a varied national portfolioStrong team culture with support from experienced professionalsClear progression and development opportunitiesCompetitive salary and benefits package Carriera Limited values diversity and promotes equality and no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. We welcome applications from all sections of society and are open to discussing any reasonable adjustments or additional arrangements you may require to support your application. All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. When advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business for the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003. All applications will be held in strict confidence and in accordance with our privacy policy .