Summary:
We are seeking a Senior Development Officer to support the Head of Development with and lead on the delivery of a high-quality Development programme for Barcud that ensure the Association provides affordable, sustainable and attractive homes.
Job role:
Support the Head of Development with and lead on the delivery of a high-quality Development programme for Barcud that ensure the Association provides affordable, sustainable and attractive homes.
Key Responsibilities – Development:
* Lead and manage Development schemes from inception through to practical completion and handover, maintaining a constant awareness of progress, risks and budget.
* Assist in the development and implementation of Barcud's overarching Development Programme, providing strategic input and advice as well as ensuring this programme fulfils the Association's objectives and the needs of the communities in which it operates.
* Develop, follow and be in accordance to Development processes and procedures, particularly in regard to delegated authority and budgetary spends.
* Authorise expenditure in accordance with Standing Orders, Financial Regulations and Delegated Authorities.
* Oversee and lead on the identification of new Development opportunities for Barcud by considering and analysing local housing data, providing Development Officers with associated strategies and approaches.
* Manage the consultation of colleagues across the Association on the design, tenure mix, location of new Development opportunities to be responsible of scheme operation being foundational to the design of Development schemes early on in the process.
* Lead on the financial viability assessments of potential development schemes.
* Ensure that any variations to agreed contract sums are authorised as required, and that the scheme remains within the overall viability parameters.
* Proactively work with funding bodies to acquire grant and other financial monies for Barcud's Development schemes, working with Finance staff when needed.
* Monitor the risk of live Development schemes, escalating issues when appropriate and being responsible for the risk management of schemes
* Report on Development schemes, including reporting for Development milestones, maintaining high-quality, robust records on schemes.
* Ensure all necessary approvals for new development schemes are obtained successfully.
* Be responsible for all homes built by Barcud being built to the high-quality standards of the Association.
* Be responsible for all certification for new homes being correctly commissioned, processed and stored, utilising external organisations when required.
* Oversee the completion of scheme out-turn reports, ensuring they include an identification of any learning points.
* Work with the Procurement Officer to procure external services for Barcud's Development schemes, seeking to find high-quality services that always represent excellent Value for Money.
* Work closely with consultants and monitor their performance, reporting issues to senior staff as appropriate.
* Develop and maintain close and proactive relationships with external stakeholders, including local authorities, developers and landowners, that can be utilised successfully in Development schemes.
* Deputise for the Head of Development when required
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We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities and in particular, those that are currently under represented in our workforce.
Additional information:
Salary:
£37,788 – £42,612
Hours and Contract Type:
37 Hours, Full Time, Permanent
Responsible to:
Head of Development
Department:
Development
Location:
Lampeter, Aberystwyth, Newtown
Closing date:
8 September 2025
Interview date:
22 September 2025