We shape leading experiences across office, retail, logistics and student accommodation.We're one of Australia's largest property groups, managing $35 billion worth of assets across the country. Our sustainable returns from investments come from focusing on what matters most to customers — a great experience and doing good. Every day, our people are driving positive impact for people, place and planet. They're inquisitive, pioneering industry firsts and pushing new ideas to deliver exceptional outcomes. This passion and expertise creates an employee experience that puts wellbeing, flexibility and opportunity first.The roleAs a result of business growth and a strong development pipeline, we have a rare, exciting opportunity for a Development Manager, Retail to work on the strategic development of a diverse range of our retail assets. This is a hands-on role, that will manage all aspects of the development lifecycle from concept creation and feasibility assessment through to planning, design development and delivery. The role will partner closely with our asset teams to ensure alignment and setting of development plans for a quality end product that exceeds customer expectations.Reporting to the General Manager, Retail Development, you will be dedicated to projects specifically for our retail portfolio, however you will also ensure the seamless integration with the living and mixed-use development teams.What you will be doingDeveloping future retail master plans for all GPT retail managed assets and be a key contributor to the asset teams in your portfolio.Assessing and providing input to development opportunities to determine highest and best-use retail development across a portfolio of assets.In collaboration with the living and mixed-use team, assist and provide input into the development of longer-term mixed-use opportunities.In collaboration with the finance team, prepare and manage feasibility studies for business case assessments and internal approvals.Provide input and drive new and existing opportunities across key retailers including Major and Mini Major Tenants, including proposal preparation.Managing project procurement including contractors, consultants and entering into agreements with other stakeholders such as regulatory authorities.Preparing reports and funding papers to progress development opportunities.Managing delivery of projects to approved commerce and time parameters.What makes you stand outWe are looking for a retail development manager with hands-on experience in delivery of retail projects from design, documentation, leasing and construction phases. You will be capable in project and construction management, able to negotiate contracts and manage budgets with a high degree of commerciality. You will also have demonstrated experience in Major and Mini Major leases.You are tertiary qualified in a property or business related discipline and bring a high level of self-motivation and collaboration in your approach. You are a team player with strong leadership and communication skills, able to influence a broad range of stakeholders for successful outcomes.What makes us stand outEnjoy flexible working arrangements and generous leave options.Experience market-leading parental leave benefits including 22 weeks paid leave for either carer and childcare allowance once you return to work.Embrace diverse and challenging career opportunities, supported by our dedicated Learning & Development Team committed to your growth.Engage in comprehensive Wellbeing programs and benefit from market-leading policies and support tailored to diverse needs.Be recognised by peers through nomination awards and take part in our generous Employee Referral Program.We know the power of a great experienceRanked 5th in the 2024 Gender Equality Global Report released by Equileap.Achieved number 2 real estate company in S&P Global Sustainability Assessment.Earned a silver ranking in Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) for LGBTQIA+ inclusion.Awarded our fifth consecutive Employer of Choice for Gender Equality citation from the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) in 2023-2025.Committed to our second Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).GPT offers an inclusive workplace culture and embraces people with diverse perspectives, skills and backgrounds. We welcome applications from First Nations candidates, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, people living with disability and people of diverse ages, cultures and backgrounds.If this role sounds like you, we want to hear from you. Go for it!Click on "Apply" to submit your application and Sherene from the Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch.
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