Technical Development Manager – €130k - €140k | Interviews taking place | Tuesday 4 November & Wednesday 5 November 2025.
Location: Dublin | Salary: €130,000–€140,000 + Discretionary Bonus + Executive Benefits |
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 22 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.€500 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 €500m+ 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 €500m+ 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.