General Manager - Development

About the role

This senior executive position in Darwin leads DCOH’s development portfolio, overseeing complex construction and development projects from concept through completion.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across the development portfolio, driving diversification, profitability and long‑term growth.
• Oversee the full project lifecycle – site acquisition, due diligence, feasibility, design, approvals, financing, procurement, construction and sales.
• Coordinate internal teams and external partners to ensure clear roles, timely decisions and alignment of commercial, technical and design objectives.
• Scope and prioritise development opportunities, assess financial feasibility, capital structures and risk profiles.
• Lead tender selection, contract negotiation and project commissioning to achieve optimal commercial outcomes.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or Business/Commerce.
• 10‑15 years’ leadership experience across high‑rise, civil and residential developments.
• Proven record managing full development lifecycles from site identification to sales.
• Deep commercial and financial acumen with experience in feasibility modelling and investment structuring.
• Strong grasp of planning approvals, development applications and compliance frameworks.

Required skills

• Expertise in WHS, quality assurance and environmental compliance for major developments.
• Outstanding communication, negotiation and stakeholder‑management abilities.