Head of Development – Ebbsfleet Central
We are looking for a talented, ambitious and highly driven individual to lead transformation and help us deliver the heart of the first garden city in 100 years.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to contribute to one of the largest regeneration schemes across the UK that’s truly equipped for modern living – improving the lives of residents and local communities through thoughtful and innovative design, planning and construction.
As Head of Development – Ebbsfleet Central, you will lead on all aspects of this complex, high-profile project. Working at the heart of EDC, you will oversee the timely delivery of this transformative development, ensuring alignment with EDC’s strategic objectives and robust financial management. With the outline business case for the first phase nearing completion, further design and then delivery of £130 million of infrastructure work to come in the next few years you will step into a project on the cusp of significant progress—making this a truly exciting time to join.
You will be responsible for developing and implementing the project strategy and managing a highly capable internal team, alongside a diverse range of consultants and external partners. This role demands a leader who can maintain strategic oversight whilst being engaged in the detail, ensuring programme risks are effectively managed and opportunities maximised.
About you
We are looking for someone with substantial experience in leading complex, large-scale regeneration projects. You will have a strong track record in delivering mixed-use developments, managing multi-disciplinary teams, and driving projects to completion with efficiency and innovation. A background in property development, regeneration, or planning is essential, alongside a deep understanding of project management, stakeholder engagement, and financial control.
Most importantly, you’ll be a team player, working at your best alongside partners and the wider management team to deliver public good. You’ll also have a commercial instinct, finding ways to complete a highly ambitious programme of work on-budget and on time.
This is an exceptionally exciting and demanding role, suited to someone who cares about the people of Ebbsfleet, and who is passionate about creating real public value. Joining our organisation as Head of Development is an extraordinary opportunity to make your mark on the first Garden City in 100 years – and pave the way for other pioneering and nationally important regeneration projects in the pipeline.
Contact
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