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Kaitlin Rideout

Belimbla Park,Australia

Summary

As a Senior Development Manager, I serve as a role model and lead by example. I have developed effective workplace relationships through effective communication which includes dealing with difficulties to achieve positive outcomes. I believe I have excellent interpersonal skills and can prioritise and manage my time effectively to meet workload requirements and meet deadlines. I am a quick learner that is effective and determined in everything that I do. I am continually presenting myself professionally and communicating to professionals of the industry.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Development Manager

Stockland
12.2024 - Current
  • Actively managing a team of Development Managers and Assistant Development Managers to deliver large-scale residential projects with strong sustainability, community and financial outcomes. Currently, I directly manage rotating graduates, two Assistant Development Managers, two Development Managers, and informally oversee the project team (sales, marketing, conveyancing, finance).
  • Provide strategic insights to support feasibility, capital transactions, and delivery pipeline planning.
  • Oversee all phases of project across the development delivery cycle.
  • Collaborate with internal teams, including Sales, Marketing, Finance, Capital, and Investment Funds, to provide performance insights and ensure alignment with financial goals.
  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
  • Fostering an inclusive, high-performing culture that supports collaboration, innovation, and respect across all teams and projects.
  • Develop, oversee & implement project strategy.
  • Reviewing & overseeing project feasibilities, programmes, risk & opportunities & development briefs.
  • Ensure superior business financial performance by driving project profitability.
  • Lead stakeholder relationships with landowners (11 landowners under PDA arrangement & external landowners for infrastructure upgrades), regulators (Shellharbour City Council, Wollongong City Council, Department of Planning, Housing & Infrastructure, Schools Infrastructure NSW), traditional landowners, builder partners & our communities/customers.
  • Monitor market and competitor activity constantly in relation to the direction and performance of the project(s), implement product changes in conjunction with members of the cross-functional team(s) when applicable to maintain competitiveness.
  • Monitor planning legislation and policy changes, advising on risks and opportunities.

Senior Development Manager

Lendlease Communities
12.2022 - 11.2024
  • The development process lifecycle including brief preparation, design management, planning, marketing, sales, procurement, delivery, settlements, hand-over and customer service.
  • Preparation and presenting of PCG reports, Bank verification reports, COMPASS GATES, Commercial Assessment, cashflows and budget reporting. Maintaining controls in a timely manner so as to be able to report with clarity on the status of costs, revenues, sales and construction progress.
  • Actively manages the conversion of the development, including planning approval, sales and marketing strategies and investment.
  • Oversee and manage the Commercial Assessment and cashflow for the project.
  • Liaising and implementing authority strategy with State Government, Council and other Statutory Authorities.
  • Market and development research. Implementing into margin papers, pricing, stakeholders, customers, design principles and benchmarks with vision for the project.
  • Delivering residential and non-residential product and infrastructure.
  • I take accountability for ensuring that the commitments articulated to our customers/stakeholders in any form of work are achieved.
  • Effectively managing safety for our project team and our contractors on site in the current project EHS role.
  • Selection and management of core consultants and contractors throughout the delivery of the project. Including contracts (PSA’s), scope of works, regular meetings, invoicing and management.

Development Manager

Lendlease Communities
08.2015 - 11.2022
  • Developed and maintain financial models for both current and prospective projects, ensuring fiscal responsibility.
  • Implemented the Residential Sustainability Policy at the project level, promoting environmental stewardship.
  • Established and maintained robust working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
  • Oversaw projects from inception to completion, ensuring meticulous execution of all phases.
  • Continuously monitored market trends and cultivate strategic relationships.

Assistant Development Manager

Investa Property Group
Sydney, NSW
02.2011 - 08.2015
  • Assisted in coordinating development projects and timelines for various initiatives.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment and communication.
  • Facilitated meetings to gather requirements and discuss project updates with stakeholders.
  • Supported the development manager in resource allocation and project planning activities.
  • Monitored project progress and identified potential risks or issues impacting timelines.
  • Created detailed reports on project progress and timelines.
  • Developed relationships with local government agencies, community groups, and stakeholders.
  • Managed internal budgets and allocations

Education

Bachelor of Business and Commerce - Property

University of Western Sydney
Parramatta
02.2011

Certificate IV in Project Management -

UDIA
05.2014

Skills

  • Stakeholder Engagement (SCC, WCC, DPHI, SINSW, TFNSW, DCCEEW, Traditional Owners, landowners (PDA Arrangement))
  • Data Analysis & Reporting (PCG, x2 major feasibility reviews/yr,
  • Strong leadership and team management skills (grads, x2 ADM's, x2 DM's)
  • Strategic planning
  • Commercial acumen and customer-focused mindset

Websites

References

To be provided on request

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Senior Development Manager

Stockland
12.2024 - Current

Senior Development Manager

Lendlease Communities
12.2022 - 11.2024

Development Manager

Lendlease Communities
08.2015 - 11.2022

Assistant Development Manager

Investa Property Group
02.2011 - 08.2015

Bachelor of Business and Commerce - Property

University of Western Sydney

Certificate IV in Project Management -

UDIA

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