Housing Development Officer

  • Newton Abbot, United Kingdom
  • Teignbridge District Council
  • Full-Time
  • On-Site

Job Description:

Contract to start ASAP until 14-08-26 with a possible extension.

Job Purpose

This appointment is for a period of six months, up to four days per week, inside IR35.

The key tasks, skills and experience for the role include the following:

Project management and client oversight of assigned schemes – ensuring they are delivered to time and budget, meeting quality requirements.

Collaborative working with internal colleagues and elected Members, ensuring a joined-up approach to project delivery.

Effective liaison with external partners such as consultants, contractors, town and parish councils, Homes England, One Public Estate and Registered Providers.

Community and stakeholder engagement, as required for project delivery.

Keep clear and transparent records to ensure continuity of information throughout the project lifespan and for audit purposes.

Substantial experience of affordable housing development delivery, including within a Local Authority context.

Thorough understanding of the housing issues affecting coastal and market towns and rural communities.

Good knowledge of the residential and construction markets in Devon, and ideally Teignbridge.

Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively.

IT literate, able to use Microsoft 365 products and specialist applications.

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