• Stable and successful SA business with strong reputation and brand 
• Fantastic employee benefits and market leading health and wellbeing program

Sarah Group, a respected and diversified construction and property leader in South Australia, has been shaping the industry for over 60 years. As a proud family-owned business, we serve as the parent company to Sarah Constructions and Hindmarsh Plumbing, with a combined workforce of 500 employees. 

Our vision is to build thriving, sustainable communities, and our mission is to redefine the boundaries of what's possible, while providing exceptional customer experiences, creating positive impact and lasting value. We take pride in our core values of being a trusted partner, having a bold vision, and our commitment to fostering great people within a family culture. These values drive our success, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. 

The role

Reporting to the Head of Investments we are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Development Manager, who will be responsible for leading and managing all aspects of the development life cycle, from sourcing of opportunities and initial planning to project completion.

With an existing pipeline of high end residential projects and a defined long term strategy for growth, you will be joining Sarah Group at an exciting time with the opportunity to work on and develop some of Adelaide’s best projects.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct feasibility studies, market research, and financial analysis to evaluate development opportunities.
• Preparation of opportunity assessments / business cases for our Capital and Investment committee.
• Collaborate with internal teams, external consultants, and stakeholders to define project requirements, objectives, and specifications.
• Manage the entire project lifecycle, including site acquisition, due diligence, entitlements, design, construction, and handover.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, clients, tenants and consultants to develop and review project designs, ensuring highest and best / maximising the feasibility.
• Monitor and control project budgets, expenses, and cash flows to ensure financial objectives are met.
• Track project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful and timely completion.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, market conditions, and best practices in property development and construction.

About you!

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in property development, excellent project management skills, and a proven track record of delivering successful development projects. You will be a motivated team player with the following key attributes:

• Degree qualified in Real Estate, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years experience as a Development Manager or similar role in property development.
• Knowledge of property development processes, including site selection, due diligence, design, construction, and handover.
• Analytical and financial acumen, with the ability to conduct feasibility studies, financial analysis, and risk assessments.
• Familiarity with local zoning, building codes, regulations, and permit processes.
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to effectively plan, organise, and execute development projects.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to negotiate and manage contracts with contractors, consultants, vendors, and suppliers.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.

Our Unique Value 

Are there benefits to working here? You bet, joining Sarah Group has its rewards. You will have the opportunity to become part of a high-performing team culture that thrives on continuous improvement and service excellence.   

Not only will you enjoy a great working environment with our head office located just five minutes from the CBD, you will also enjoy:  

• Generous leave entitlements including 3 days of work/life balance leave, volunteer leave, birthday leave, and 16 weeks paid parental leave. 
• Tailored professional development and training opportunities.  
• Great social events and casual Fridays. 
• Access to a comprehensive health & wellbeing program including an annual wellbeing allowance, full health assessments, discounted health insurance, on-site massages, financial education, annual flu vaccinations, fresh fruit on site, & access for you and your family to our Employee Assistance Program.  
• Salary continuance insurance. 
• Access to Novated Lease agreements.

Are you up for it?

All applications are managed through our employment website; just follow the ‘Apply for this job’ link below to submit or access more information.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Tahnee Curzon, Group Manager Human Resources, on 0402 907 196.

Applications will remain open until Thursday 5th June, or the position is filled.

At Sarah Group we are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage a diverse range of people to apply for our positions.