Development Manager (Pipeline)

Full-time (1.0 FTE), Permanent Ongoing Position

Social and Community Services Employee Level 7 

About Us:

We are a growing and innovative social enterprise supporting around 10,000 South Australians each year through housing and community services. Seeking opportunities to build positive pathways and connected thriving communities, we are one of few South Australian organisations offering an integrated model of housing and support. Together, we are committed to effecting long-term positive change for those we work with and the communities we work in.

Together, we are improving lives and building strong, resilient, and connected communities.

The Opportunity: 

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on people's lives through housing development? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a Development Manager to join our dynamic team and play a crucial role in shaping the future of our property and development pipeline.

Junction has a goal to deliver a significant and growing portfolio of social, affordable and market housing at a time when housing needs are growing. This is an opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of South Australians and be involved in more award-winning projects like the UDIA 2023 Project of the Year, Clifton Park Awards for Excellence — Affordable and social housing in the spotlight - Urban Development Institute of Australia — SA Division (udiasa.com.au)

As the Development Manager, you will be planning, and executing our redevelopment and growth objectives, ensuring that 

Junction can continue to provide even more suitable housing for South Australians. From concept feasibility, to taking charge of planning and the full development lifecycle. Your new role will lead the delivery of our housing development initiatives, ensuring they are completed effectively and in a timely manner.

Financial acumen is essential in this role, as you'll be contributing to the development of divisional and project-specific budgets, forecasts, and financial modelling. It will be your responsibility to ensure that projects are scoped, designed, built, and delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Additionally, your excellent communication skills will be critical as you liaise with internal and external stakeholders, lead key reporting requirements, and contribute to tenders and bid submissions.

Seize the opportunity to become a valued Junction team member, where you can contribute to making a lasting, positive impact on people's lives by providing them with high-quality, appropriate, and secure housing solutions. Join us and let's work together to shape a brighter future and create meaningful change within our community!

Our Ideal Candidate:

We are seeking a highly passionate person who:

• Has project management skills and experience in delivering outcomes
• Has a deep understanding of financial modelling and project feasibilities
• Demonstrated experience working with and leading high performing teams
• Has demonstrated experience managing multiple tasks in a time-sensitive environment
• Can manage their workload, prioritise tasks, use initiative and work independently and as part of a team
• Has strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-centric focus and the ability to negotiate and positively influence project outcomes
• Holds a Degree or tertiary qualifications in construction, property or finance-related field (Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Project Management, Engineering, Architecture, Valuation, Commerce or Urban Planning) with 5 year’s proven relevant experience within either a consultancy, builder or developer
• Is aligned with our purpose and values

What We Offer:

• Values-driven culture
• Generous salary sacrifice benefits
• Great professional development opportunities
• A You are Amazing Day – an extra day of paid leave to spend however you want
• A NADIOC Day - an extra day of paid leave to attend NADIOC celebrations
• A supportive, flexible work environment with paid parental leave and a strong focus on staff wellbeing
• Access to wholesale prices on selected products at Harvey Norman

You Will Need To:

• Complete our online application process
• Hold or be willing to obtain a General Probity Employment Screening
• Hold or be willing to obtain a current Safe Environments Certificate
• Hold a current unencumbered Australian driver’s licence and be willing to drive
• Undergo pre-employment testing as part of the recruitment process

How To Apply

Click on the Apply button to be redirected to our recruitment site. Please ensure you complete all questions before submitting your application . Please make sure you have this ready before you apply. Please also upload copies of relevant qualifications and certifications.

Applications Close: COB, Friday, 12 April 2024.

For further confidential inquiries please contact Brad McKenzie, Senior Development Manager at 0414 524 ***.

Junction is an equal opportunity employer that embraces a culture of diversity. We encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, people with disability, and people from every culture, gender and sexuality identity, age and ethnic background. Junction is committed to being a Child Safe organisation and has zero tolerance for child and family abuse.