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
Parramatta02.2011
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
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