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Development Manager - Freelance
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Contract Temporary
Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Freelance Development Manager to support our team on a short-term contract basis. This role will be inside IR35 and offers an exciting opportunity to work on key live projects, ensuring delivery from land acquisition through to pre-construction and early development stages.
This position is ideal for a proactive professional with proven experience in development management who is available immediately (or at short notice) and able to hit the ground running.
Key Responsibilities
* As Freelance Development Manager, you will:
* Support the Land/New Business department on pre-development activities, land acquisition, and renegotiation of terms.
* Provide advice on development issues and coordinate with the Technical team to ensure smooth project handovers.
* Oversee budgets, programmes, and appraisal systems to ensure accurate monitoring and reporting.
* Liaise with Legal, Technical, and external advisors to ensure documentation (e.g. Section 38/104, conveyance plans, wayleaves, contracts) is completed on time.
* Drive project progress, identifying risks and implementing solutions to keep delivery on track.
* Negotiate land and building contracts with land agents, solicitors, and clients.
* Maintain excellent communication with internal teams, stakeholders, and external partners.
* Prepare reports, risk registers, and post-investment reviews as required.
About You
* We’re looking for someone who is:
* An experienced Development Manager, ideally within residential, mixed-use, or commercial property development.
* Skilled in land acquisition, planning, contract negotiation, and budget management.
* Organised, detail-focused, and confident managing multiple workstreams.
* Has excellent IT skills and is able to complete life of site paperwork
* A strong communicator with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders.
* Able to work independently, deliver results quickly, and manage risk effectively.
Contract Details
* Duration: 4–6 months
* Engagement: Freelance contract (Inside IR35)
* Location: Wakefield – Office based
* Rate: Competitive day rate, dependent on experienceBefore You Apply
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