Development Management

Expertly Navigating Every Stage of Your Development Journey

At Rockhopper, our Development Management service is designed to deliver certainty, clarity, and value at every step of your property development project. We work alongside developers, investors, and landowners to transform ideas into outcomes—efficiently, intelligently, and profitably.

Whether you're unlocking a complex urban site or delivering a large-scale subdivision, our experienced team manages the full lifecycle of the development process—from site acquisition through to project completion—so you can focus on the bigger picture.

What We Deliver

Our end-to-end Development Management service includes:

1. Site Identification & Acquisition

We leverage our extensive network and market insight to source and secure development-ready land aligned with your strategy.

2. Feasibility & Due Diligence

In-depth financial and risk analysis to test development viability, optimise yields, and give you confidence to move forward.

3. Planning & Design Management

From concept to consent, we lead the design process and coordinate all planning requirements, ensuring alignment with vision, regulations, and commercial goals.

4. Budgeting & Financial Control

Robust cost planning and financial oversight to keep your project on budget, with clear reporting and funding alignment.

5. Procurement & Contractor Management

We manage tendering, contract negotiations, and ongoing contractor performance to uphold quality, timeline, and safety expectations.

6. Risk Management

Comprehensive risk identification, mitigation planning, and ongoing monitoring to protect your project and your capital.

7. Stakeholder & Regulatory Engagement

We handle all communications and relationships with councils, consultants, investors, Iwi, and the wider community to keep projects moving and compliant.

Why Choose Rockhopper?

Proven Track Record across a wide range of residential and mixed-use developments
Hands-On Leadership with clear accountability from start to finish
Strategic Insight paired with real-world delivery experience
Tailored Solutions—we align with your goals, scale, and risk appetite

We don’t just manage development—we make it happen.

Ready to Accelerate Your Next Project?

Whether you're a first-time developer or an experienced investor scaling up, Rockhopper provides the strategic partnership and expert execution to bring your vision to life. Let’s build something exceptional together.

Contact us today to discuss how our Development Management service can power your next project.