Early applications are encouraged, as the recruitment process may commence prior to the closing date and positions may be filled accordingly. Applicants deemed suitable may be considered for future similar opportunities.

DevelopmentWA is a State Government agency creating exceptional places for Western Australians, collaborating closely with communities, government, and industry.

We plan and deliver land and property development, taking projects from conception to completion. 

Driven by a future-focused approach, we deliver sustainable outcomes that enhance the environment and well-being of our communities.

Because we act on behalf of the State Government, we’re in it for the long-haul, able to invest in complex, long-term and strategic projects the private sector may be unable to take on like town centres, tourism precincts and industry hubs. Think Australian Marine Complex, Elizabeth Quay, Ocean Reef Marina or Karratha revitalisation.

Leveraging our extensive land portfolio exceeding 23,000 hectares across metropolitan, regional, and industrial sectors, we play an important role in driving Western Australia's growth.

With a strong commercial mindset balanced by a social conscience, we're committed to developing exceptional residential, commercial, and industrial spaces across metropolitan and regional WA. We deliver new homes (including social and affordable homes), business opportunities to help provide jobs and build the economy, vibrant community spaces, and exciting destinations to enjoy.

Learn more about who we are and the projects we deliver at www.developmentwa.com.au.

Role Summary:

We are offering Senior Development Manager opportunities to lead the delivery of complex, high‑impact land and property development projects across our diverse Metropolitan portfolio.

In these pivotal leadership roles, you will operate at the intersection of government, industry and community, taking carriage of significant development initiatives that shape places and deliver lasting economic, social and environmental value for Western Australia.

You will bring together strategic thinking, strong commercial acumen and collaborative leadership to guide projects from early concept through to delivery. Working closely with internal teams, consultants and stakeholders, you will navigate complexity, respond to changing priorities and ensure projects are delivered to high standards of quality, governance and sustainability.

We are looking for someone who is motivated by purpose‑driven development, enjoys leading multidisciplinary teams, and is committed to delivering outcomes that reflect DevelopmentWA’s role as a long‑term custodian of place.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

Manage complex business cases and implementation plans to meet business objectives.

• Respond to changes in government policy while understanding corporate challenges and priorities to meet objectives and deliver outcomes.
• Work across the organisation in order to achieve business plan outcomes.
• Integrate changing market/customer conditions into project planning and implementation and respond pro-actively to manage a diversity of project deliverables through the project lifecycle.
• Lead or manage a team(s) to develop, deliver and maintain project vision and scope and achieve outcomes.
• Manage cost planning and expenditure within budgets and procedures and continually evaluate opportunities, risks and priorities to anticipate issues and generate project solutions as well as alternate project and stakeholder strategies.
• Effectively integrate consultant disciplines.
• Effectively use systems and information to manage complex projects to time, cost and quality targets and balance outcomes including commercial, design and sustainability initiatives.

About you:

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in land or property development project management roles.
• Proven ability to scope project requirements and develop and present viable project business cases to senior management and deliver on financial management, sales and communications strategy and delivery of project management milestones.
• A strong focus on communication style, leadership and the ability to negotiate particularly in building relationships with numerous stakeholders from a range of industry and public/private sector backgrounds.
• Proven ability to manage and develop/support teams.
• Ability to work within existing policies, systems and processes to ensure corporate governance
• A relevant tertiary qualification
• The ability to complete land assembly tasks including native title negotiations and planning frameworks, feasibility assessments, cash flows and risk analysis as well as experience in, metropolitan greenfields and brownfields mixed use residential or other land development projects (desirable).
• Experience in an organisation with similar values and ethics to DevelopmentWA is highly desirable. DevelopmentWA’s culture is based on a set of values that include a personal commitment to Brilliance – Alliance – Courage – Integrity

What we offer:

As well and working on a diverse portfolio of projects, you will also enjoy a number of benefits such as:

• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work
• An organisation that is committed to sustainability, including a transition to net zero carbon emissions
• Brand new office fit-out in Mia Yellagonga Tower 2 (BDO building) with beautiful views of Kings Park
• Study Assistance and professional development opportunities
• End‑of‑trip facilities, with access to a fully equipped gym and pool
• An active social club and paid volunteering opportunities
• An agile and progressive workplace culture built on our core values of Brilliance, Alliance, Courage and Integrity

Are you ready to help shape our state’s future?

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter addressing the listed success factors and why you are suited to this opportunity.

For further information about the opportunity, please contact Carl Williams, Development Director on 08 6200 4148.

Our commitment to equality and diversity:

At DevelopmentWA we are committed to building an inclusive workplace which promotes equity, values, diversity and provides fulfilling employment opportunities for people of all backgrounds and abilities.

We welcome all applicants from priority groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, people with disabilities, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and mature age workers.

For queries regarding the recruitment process or if you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment processes, please contact the People and Culture Team via email at [email protected] or via phone at (08) 6200 4000. If you need information related to this recruitment process in an accessible format, such as large print or audio, this will be provided upon request.

If you would like assistance with your application, please contact Jobs and Skills WA on 13 64 64 or visit https://www.jobsandskills.wa.gov.au/jobswa#how-we-can-help

Agency CV’s will not be considered