Job Description

Senior Development Manager

Watford

Salary: £65,000 - £75,000

Fixed Term Contract, 37 hours per week

18 Month Fixed Term Contract

The Vacancy

We are recruiting a Senior Development Manager to join our Delivery team within the Development Directorate. This is an exciting opportunity to join a newly formed organisation with strong development ambitions.

Introduction to the role

At Chime Housing we provide vital services that help people to live better lives. Our Development Directorate plays a key role in delivering new, high-quality homes for rent and sale across our communities.

Role purpose

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Senior Development Manager to take a leading role in delivering new build homes and managing complex latent defect cases as well as managing a team of early career development professionals.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivery and handover of new homes, contributing to high performance and successful project outcomes.

What’s the role?

Key Accountabilities:

* Project delivery from procurement through to the conclusion of the defects liability period.

* Expert budget and programme management utilising appraisal and cashflow management software.

* Contract Management, including contract negotiation and managing complex disputes.

* Managing a team of early career development professionals, supporting them in gaining experience and furthering their careers.

* Effective risk management and reporting to a senior audience.

* Promote a positive culture of engagement across the organisation and with the communities we work in.

What are we looking for?

Essential:

* A demonstrable experience in development or the built environment

* Confident using Microsoft 365 applications, including SharePoint

* Positive and adaptable, with a willingness to learn

* Self-motivated, organised and reliable

* Full UK driving licence and access to a car

Desirable:

* Relevant professional qualification e.g. RICS, CIH, CIoB and/or evidence of continuous professional development.

* Degree level education or equivalent through relevant training and/or experience.

Who you’ll work with

* Responsible to: Head of Development

* Responsible for: Development Officer and Development Apprentice

* Department: Development

What can we offer you?

* 28 days’ annual leave (pro rata)

* Employer pension contribution of up to 11%

* Development opportunities

* Comprehensive employee rewards scheme

How we work

We embrace agile working, blending time in our communities, shared spaces, and remote working. With digital technology at the heart of our approach, we empower teams and individuals to work flexibly.

How to apply

If this sounds like your next role, click ‘apply now’, tell us why you’ve got what it takes, and attach a copy of your current CV.

Closing date: 27th July 2026

Interviews: 3rd August 2026

(Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a large response.)