Steer residential developments from land acquisition through to completion — where your commercial acumen shapes the homes and communities of tomorrow.

Who We Are
Architecture Social is a specialist recruitment consultancy connecting development managers with residential developers, housing associations, and mixed-use specialists across the UK. We work with organisations delivering everything from boutique housing schemes and build-to-rent developments to large-scale regeneration programmes. Our longstanding relationships with these clients mean we are regularly briefed on Development Manager roles before they appear on the open market.

What our clients typically ask for
— Proven experience managing residential development projects from feasibility and land acquisition through to practical completion
— Strong understanding of the planning process, Section 106 agreements, and affordable housing policy
— Commercial awareness with experience managing development appraisals, budgets, and contractor procurement
— Ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary teams including architects, engineers, planners, and contractors
— Experience with design quality standards, housing design guides, and NHBC or equivalent warranty requirements
— Knowledge of current building regulations, sustainability targets, and emerging standards such as the Future Homes Standard
— Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to liaise with local authorities, funders, and community groups

If your development management experience consistently delivers high-quality residential schemes on time and within budget, we want to hear from you.

Why Register With Architecture Social
The residential development sector moves quickly, and the best Development Manager roles are often filled through trusted recruitment partners before they are widely advertised. Registering with us places you on our priority shortlist for positions with developers and housing organisations that value quality, sustainability, and design ambition. We take the time to understand your project experience, commercial strengths, and career direction so we can connect you with the right opportunity at the right moment.

How to Apply
Apply to one of our live Development Manager listings, or submit a speculative application and tell us about your residential development experience. We will keep your profile at the front of our shortlist and be in touch as soon as the ideal opportunity appears — giving you the advantage of hearing about it first.