Join us as an Assistant Development Manager and Help Shape the Future of Property Development with Sentinel Property Group
Enhance your development career with a growing property investment and development organisation. Work alongside experienced professionals, gain exposure to the full development lifecycle, and contribute to projects that create lasting value.
Role Overview:
As an Assistant Development Manager, you will support the planning, design, and delivery of development and value-add projects from concept through to completion. Working closely with senior development leaders, you’ll help coordinate consultants, contractors, and key stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with approved development objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support feasibility assessments, due diligence, and development planning for new and existing projects.
- Assist in preparing development briefs, budgets, cashflows, programmes, and statutory approval applications.
- Coordinate consultants, contractors, authorities, tenants, and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Support leasing and tenancy delivery activities, including lease plans, lessor works, and tenant coordination.
- Assist with design management, consultant procurement, contract administration, and project reporting.
- Contribute to tendering, construction delivery, variation management, and project completion activities.
- Monitor project performance against scope, programme, cost, revenue, and profitability targets.
- Prepare regular project reports and support the successful handover of completed developments.
This role offers exposure across the full development lifecycle, from acquisition and feasibility through to design, construction, leasing, and project delivery.
Skills & Experience:
- Tertiary qualification in Project Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline.
- 2–4 years’ experience in property development, project management, construction, or a related field.
- Exposure to development project lifecycles, including feasibility, approvals, design, contract administration, procurement, and construction delivery.
- Experience coordinating consultants, contractors, authorities, utility providers, tenants, and other key stakeholders.
- Strong understanding of development feasibility, project budgets, scheduling, risk management, and project controls.
- Ability to interpret technical, financial, contractual, and planning documentation, and communicate insights clearly.
- Strong project coordination, organisational, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and project management tools.
- Detail-oriented, solutions-focused, and adaptable, with a commitment to continuous improvement and high-quality outcomes.
Why Choose Us:
- Career Growth – Opportunity to step up and develop within a leading property group.
- Competitive Compensation – Attractive salary package with regular performance reviews.
- Prime Location – Modern CBD office in Brisbane with excellent amenities, such as a wellness hub and end-of-trip-facilities.
- Training & Development – Access to mentorship and training programs to enhance your skills.
- Culture & Collaboration – Engage with a diverse workforce in a dynamic, high-performing environment with regular team events.
- Creativity & Innovation – Your ideas and problem-solving skills are valued, allowing you to contribute fresh solutions.
- Perks & Benefits – Company-partnered discounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support, and a Social Club
- Impact & Contribution – Work on high-profile projects that shape communities and enhance retail, commercial, and industrial spaces.
- Resources & Tools – Access to advanced project management software and strong support from an experienced leadership team.
About Us:
Sentinel Property Group is a leading property investment fund with over $2 billion in Assets Under Management (AUM), delivering exceptional returns to over 1,000 High Net Worth investors. We manage 62 commercial properties across 15 active trusts, including landmark shopping centres such as Caneland Central (Mackay’s #1 Shopping Centre) and Casuarina Square (NT’s #1 Shopping Centre).
At Sentinel, we foster a dynamic and rewarding work environment, providing opportunities for career advancement and financial growth within the property sector.
How to Apply:
If you are ready to take the next step in your career, click Apply Now or email People and Culture ([email protected]) with your cover letter, resume, and availability.
