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Development / Acquisition Manager

Location: Dublin
Reporting To: Director

About the Opportunity

An established and highly active property development and investment business is seeking an ambitious Development / Acquisition Manager to support the continued growth of its residential and commercial portfolio.

This is a strategic role focused on identifying, assessing, and securing development opportunities across Dublin and other major Irish cities, while also supporting the ongoing asset management of an existing property portfolio.

The successful candidate will play a key role in acquisitions, development appraisals, financial modelling, stakeholder management, and investment decision-making, working closely with senior leadership to drive business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Acquisitions & Development

• Identify and assess new land and development opportunities.
• Conduct detailed due diligence on potential acquisitions.
• Prepare residual land valuations and development appraisals.
• Develop and maintain complex financial models to assess project viability.
• Analyse development programmes, sales strategies, and exit routes.
• Evaluate residential opportunities including:
  • Private housing developments
  • Build-to-Sell schemes
  • Private Rental Sector (PRS)
  • Social and affordable housing projects
• Assess commercial development and investment opportunities.

Investment Analysis & Reporting

• Prepare investment papers and acquisition reports for senior management and investment committees.
• Present recommendations and findings to key decision-makers.
• Support the preparation of internal and external reporting requirements.
• Maintain comprehensive records relating to planning, legal, technical, sales and market data.

Asset Management

• Assist with the management of the company’s existing property portfolio.
• Support leasing, sales, estate management and value enhancement initiatives.
• Monitor performance and identify opportunities to optimise asset returns.

Stakeholder Management

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with:
  • Property Agents
  • Planning Consultants
  • Local Authorities
  • Utility Providers
  • Legal Advisors
• Liaise with relevant statutory bodies regarding planning, infrastructure, services capacity and development compliance matters.
• Assist in managing Part V and other regulatory requirements where applicable.

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Chartered Surveyor accreditation (SCSI) or equivalent.
• Strong background in property development, acquisitions, investment, or development appraisal.
• Advanced financial modelling and analytical skills.
• Experience preparing development appraisals and residual land valuations.
• Strong understanding of the Irish residential and commercial property market.
• Excellent commercial awareness and investment acumen.
• Strong presentation and report-writing skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior stakeholders and external advisors.

Desirable

• Experience within a developer, property investment company, consultancy, or institutional investor.
• Knowledge of planning and development processes within Ireland.
• Exposure to residential development funding structures and investment analysis.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will be:

• Commercially driven and highly analytical.
• Proactive and opportunity-focused.
• Comfortable working independently and influencing decisions.
• Skilled at managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Relationship-oriented with excellent stakeholder management abilities.
• Motivated by continuous professional development and career progression.

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to work directly with senior decision-makers.
• Involvement in high-value residential and commercial acquisitions.
• Exposure to a diverse and growing property portfolio.
• Excellent long-term career development prospects.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.