Development Manager
Location: Brisbane / Gold Coast
Your New Company
Our client is a well-established international investment and development group backed by a listed parent company, with a diversified portfolio spanning multiple sectors. In Australia, the group is actively expanding its footprint through significant investments in large-scale residential and mixed-use development projects across Brisbane and the Gold Coast.
Your New Role
We’re seeking an experienced and driven Development Manager to identify and secure prime sites across Brisbane and the Gold Coast, focusing on office, retail, hotel-apartment, wellness/retirement living, and large-scale residential projects — driving the growth of a diverse, high-yield property portfolio.
Job Responsibilities
Source and assess land and property assets with strong development potential.
Conduct due diligence, feasibility studies, and financial analysis (IRR, ROI, yield).
Negotiate directly with landowners, agents, and developers to secure acquisitions.
Liaise with planners, architects, and consultants to evaluate zoning, DA potential, and approvals.
Oversee early development stages and ensure concepts align with market demand and profitability targets.
Build and maintain networks across landowners, agents, developers, and government stakeholders.
Monitor market trends in commercial, residential, and lifestyle sectors to identify opportunities.
Job Requirements
Proven experience in land acquisition and property development in Queensland (Brisbane & Gold Coast).
Track record in office, shopping centre/retail, hotel/serviced apartments, or retirement/lifestyle living projects.
Strong knowledge of residential apartment development and large-scale mixed-use projects.
Familiarity with planning regulations, DA processes, and feasibility assessments.
Skilled in financial modelling and investment analysis.
Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
Bilingual proficiency in English and Mandarin (spoken and written) is essential.
Established local market knowledge and networks.
Salary & Benefits
Competitive salary plus performance bonuses.
Opportunity to work on high-value, diversified property projects.
Career growth in a fast-expanding investment and development platform.
Referrals
If you know talented professionals who would excel in this role, we welcome your referrals. A referral bonus is offered for successful hires.
How to Apply
If you're interested in this position, please forward your updated CV to info@mandarintalents.com.au
About Us
We are a bilingual recruitment consultancy connecting Chinese-speaking professionals with Australian businesses. We value professionalism, efficiency and long-term partnerships. To explore more Mandarin-speaking opportunities, follow our LinkedIn page: Mandarin Talents Recruitment.
