Development Project Manager - 14 Month Contract
| Posting date: | 17 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £55,324 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 January 2026 |
| Location: | Warrington, WA1 1UZ |
| Company: | Torus Group |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 734 |
Summary
Job Advert
Torus Developments is delivering an ambitious programme to build over 5,000 new homes across the Northwest, representing a £900m
investment over five years. We are now looking for an experienced Development Project Manager to play a key role in sourcing and
delivering high-quality development schemes that support the Group’s corporate objectives and create thriving communities. This
role is offered on a 14-month fixed-term contract, with a planned start date of March 2026, and operates on a hybrid working
basis.
The role will require 1–2 days per week in our Warrington office, with the remainder of time split between site visits and working
from home. There may also be a requirement to travel to our Liverpool and St Helens offices, in line with business needs.
What You Will Be Doing:
* Managing development projects through the full lifecycle, from initial appraisal and scheme approval to completion and final
account
* Preparing and presenting robust financial appraisals, working closely with Finance colleagues to ensure schemes meet business
and governance requirements
* Delivering schemes to agreed programmes and budgets, ensuring performance indicators are achieved
* Leading engagement with internal and external stakeholders, including consultants, contractors, funders, and local partners
* Ensuring compliance with Homes England funding requirements, procurement policies, and development procedures
* Identifying opportunities to drive value for money and improve development processes
* Actively managing risk and embedding health and safety, equality, and diversity principles across all projects
What We Are Looking For:
* Proven experience in development project management within affordable housing or a similar complex development environment
* In-depth knowledge of the development process, including grant funding and Homes England regulations
* Strong financial and commercial awareness, with experience of budget management and scheme appraisal
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
* A proactive, self-motivated approach with the ability to manage multiple projects independently
* A collaborative mindset with a commitment to value for money, health & safety, and equality and diversity
* A degree and/or relevant professional qualification (desirable), with a clear commitment to ongoing professional development
Interview Process:
Interviews will take place on 23rd and 27th January 2026 at our Warrington office. The interview process will include a 10-minute,
on-the-day scenario-based assessment, followed by competency-based interview questions.
Additional Information:
Each successful applicant will be required to complete the following pre-employment checks before a start date is agreed:
* Right to work verification
* Qualification certificate check
* 2x completed references
* Occupational Health Questionnaire – Fit for Work
* DBS check (if required for role)
* Completion of all new starter documentation including signed T&Cs
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.
Torus Developments is delivering an ambitious programme to build over 5,000 new homes across the Northwest, representing a £900m
investment over five years. We are now looking for an experienced Development Project Manager to play a key role in sourcing and
delivering high-quality development schemes that support the Group’s corporate objectives and create thriving communities. This
role is offered on a 14-month fixed-term contract, with a planned start date of March 2026, and operates on a hybrid working
basis.
The role will require 1–2 days per week in our Warrington office, with the remainder of time split between site visits and working
from home. There may also be a requirement to travel to our Liverpool and St Helens offices, in line with business needs.
What You Will Be Doing:
* Managing development projects through the full lifecycle, from initial appraisal and scheme approval to completion and final
account
* Preparing and presenting robust financial appraisals, working closely with Finance colleagues to ensure schemes meet business
and governance requirements
* Delivering schemes to agreed programmes and budgets, ensuring performance indicators are achieved
* Leading engagement with internal and external stakeholders, including consultants, contractors, funders, and local partners
* Ensuring compliance with Homes England funding requirements, procurement policies, and development procedures
* Identifying opportunities to drive value for money and improve development processes
* Actively managing risk and embedding health and safety, equality, and diversity principles across all projects
What We Are Looking For:
* Proven experience in development project management within affordable housing or a similar complex development environment
* In-depth knowledge of the development process, including grant funding and Homes England regulations
* Strong financial and commercial awareness, with experience of budget management and scheme appraisal
* Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
* A proactive, self-motivated approach with the ability to manage multiple projects independently
* A collaborative mindset with a commitment to value for money, health & safety, and equality and diversity
* A degree and/or relevant professional qualification (desirable), with a clear commitment to ongoing professional development
Interview Process:
Interviews will take place on 23rd and 27th January 2026 at our Warrington office. The interview process will include a 10-minute,
on-the-day scenario-based assessment, followed by competency-based interview questions.
Additional Information:
Each successful applicant will be required to complete the following pre-employment checks before a start date is agreed:
* Right to work verification
* Qualification certificate check
* 2x completed references
* Occupational Health Questionnaire – Fit for Work
* DBS check (if required for role)
* Completion of all new starter documentation including signed T&Cs
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.