Associate Director - Development (ID Manchester)

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This role is specifically for the ID Manchester (IDM) project team. IDM is a joint venture (JV) between The University of Manchester and Bruntwood SciTech that will transform the University's former north campus into a new neighbourhood and innovation platform.

Based in the heart of Manchester City Centre and set over 4m sq ft, IDM will be recognised internationally as one of the world's leading applied innovation districts. It will enable resilient and sustainable growth across the city region, creating over 10,000 jobs and delivering over 2m sq ft of office, innovation, retail and leisure spaces, new homes and a variety of nature-led public spaces.

If you're an experienced Development Surveyor with an affinity with Manchester then this will be an amazing opportunity to be part of something special.

You'll be based on the site of ID Manchester in our Renold Building which overlooks the whole of the Development.

Relationships:

As part of the IDM project team you'll collaborate with specialists; ranging from Marketing & Community Impact, to Building Surveying, with the support and tools from Bruntwood SciTech and The University of Manchester. Working closely with stakeholders and colleagues from each institution.

Job purpose:

The job description can be downloaded at the bottom of our website advertisement with more details on; ID Manchester, the day to day, what we're looking for and our benefits, but here's a summary below;

This is a pivotal role to support and deliver Bruntwood and the University of Manchester's ambitious ID masterplan, leading critical large scale projects from inception to completion. You will be responsible for influencing and developing the development strategy, working with stakeholders to create and effectively execute the development business plan. You will act as a senior leader in the business, upholding and role modelling our values, providing experience and support to the wider development team, and actively network to promote our brand and lead change programmes.

What we're looking for:

• A Degree or Masters level equivalent within Real Estate
• Extensive experience in leading high value large scale projects from inception to completion
• Ability to build strong, key stakeholder relationships both internally and externally, commanding trust and confidence
• A keen interest in property and property development with a passion for sustainability and technology
• The ability to manage and deliver a number of tasks / projects simultaneously
• Acute commercial awareness with the ability to identify new opportunities
• A natural coaching style, passionate about leading and empowering teams to perform
• A leader on equality of opportunity who values diversity and removes barriers to equality

Here's a snapshot of our benefits package, however more can be found in the job description.

• 28 days holiday plus you get your Birthday off work - and if that's not enough you can also buy & sell holidays too
• 24 hours a year volunteer time - there are endless opportunities for you to get involved in supporting the causes that matter most to you
• Sabbatical of up to 12 months so you can take a career break after five years with us
• Free Healthcare cash plan for all colleagues, so you can claim back medical expenses like optical, dentist & physiotherapy. We also offer free private healthcare cover on an opt in basis too
• Life assurance cover for all colleagues
• Up to 8% matched pension scheme
• Discounts & cashback at leading retailers
• Enhanced maternity / shared parental leave - 26 weeks fully paid leave
• Interest free loans to pursue your passions and apply for up to £2000 towards learning a new skill

In addition to what to expect within the role and your benefits, it's good to know that you'll be working for a business that gives back - The Oglesby Charitable Trust has donated more than £30m since it started out in 2001. Supporting charities across Arts and Culture, Education, Environment, Medical Research and Social & Health Inequality.

We'll do our best to get back to you within a week of your application, however if it has been longer than this please feel free to email talent@bruntwood.co.uk for an update.

We have a two stage interview process here at Bruntwood. It'll be an opportunity for you to meet your potential work colleagues/manager and ascertain reciprocally whether the role is a good match. Our recruitment team will be on hand throughout the process to answer any questions with as much transparency as possible.

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