Technical Development Manager – Commercial Asset Management Real Estate
Salary:
€130,000–€140,000 + Discretionary Bonus + Executive Benefits
Interviews taking place
| Tuesday 4 November & Wednesday 5 November 2025.
Sector:
Real Estate Asset Management |
Type:
Full Time, Permanent |
Reporting to:
Head of UK & Ireland
About the Company
Avril Clare Recruitment Ltd
has been retained on an exclusive basis to welcome applications for the positon of
Technical Development Manager
on behalf of a prestigious publicly listed real estate investment group specialising in healthcare real estate across Europe with an asset portfolio exceeding
€6 billion
. Listed on
Euronext Brussels and Amsterdam
and part of the
BEL20 Index
, the company operates across
Belgium, Germany, the Netherlands, Finland, Sweden, the UK, Ireland, and Spain
. Having successfully partnered with this organisation previously, I can personally attest to the exceptionally positive feedback regarding their supportive and inclusive culture from the individuals successfully placed with this firm.
To support continued growth and portfolio expansion in Ireland, my client is seeking an accomplished
Technical & Development Manager
to join their Dublin office — a pivotal role within their
pan-European Asset Management division
. This is an
exceptional leadership opportunity
offering influence, visibility, and long-term progression within a world-class real estate platform.
The Role
* As
Technical & Development Manager
, you will be the
technical authority for the Irish portfolio
, overseeing asset performance, compliance, and sustainability across operational and development assets.
* Over recent years, my client has significantly expanded its footprint in Ireland, now owning
2
2
operational care homes
and
three major development projects
—including a
cancer centre (brownfield)
and
two new care centres (greenfield)
with planning approval. These assets represent a
combined completion value
c.
€
5
00 million
, with further growth anticipated, underpinned by the strong fundamentals of the Irish healthcare sector.
* As
Technical
& Development
Manager
, you will serve as the
local representative in Ireland
, working in close collaboration with the
regional London office
and supported by the
asset management
team at Dublin HQ
* You'll lead on
technical strategy, project oversight, and stakeholder engagement
, working closely with the
Head of Country, Ireland & UK
and the European leadership team. The role combines technical excellence with commercial insight — shaping the performance of a €
5
00m+ healthcare real estate portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
- Essential
* Lead the
technical and development function
within the Irish Asset Management team.
* Oversee building inspections, lifecycle asset planning, capital expenditure, and refurbishment projects.
* Ensure full compliance with
building regulations, ESG standards, fire safety, and health & safety.
* Provide expert
technical due diligence
for
acquisitions, disposals, building pathology and developments.
* Partner
with internal stakeholders (Asset Management, Legal, Leasing, Facilities) to align strategy.
* Manage
budgets, KPIs, and project delivery to meet financial and operational targets.
* Champion innovation in sustainability and digital building management platforms.
About You
- Essential
* Degree in
Building Surveying, Engineering, Construction Management
, or a related discipline.
* 7–10+ years
' experience in building consultancy or technical asset management.
* Professional accreditation (e.g.
MRICS, MCIOB, CIBSE
) preferred.
* Strong understanding of
commercial leases, technical due diligence, lifecycle planning
, and
landlord/tenant legislation
.
* Healthcare or care sector
experience an advantage
, though not essential.
* Excellent stakeholder engagement, report presentation, and commercial communication skills.
Why Apply
* Join a
high-growth, listed European property investment group
.
* Influence a
strategic €
5
00m+ healthcare portfolio
in Ireland.
* Collaborate with a
high-performance, pan-European leadership team
.
* Benefit from
executive-level training, career advancement
, and a collaborative culture.
* Competitive salary, discretionary bonus, and full benefits package.
Confidential enquiries welcome.
This role is ideally suited to a
Senior Technical & Development manager,
ready to step into a broader strategic leadership remit within a blue-chip real estate platform.
Please submit your CV via Linkedin with a cover letter demonstrating your relevant experience or email with CV and cover letter.