Overview
C~urb is one of Link Group’s award winning subsidiaries and delivers its affordable housing programme, which has one of the largest development programme in Scotland. We also provide Development Services for a number of other RSLs. As part of Link, at C~urb, people are at the heart of everything we do. Our people have made our award‑winning social enterprise the success it is today and as it continues to grow, we want them to be the best they can be and to reach their potential.
C~urb is looking to recruit an experienced development professional who can contribute to the delivery of a diverse programme of housing across all tenures. Our ambitions are high, targeting c1800 completions over the next five years and have a similarly high expectation of excellence in delivery.
The Development Co‑ordinator (Pre Contract) will manage and support a team of Pre Contract Development Officers as they deliver the building and rehabilitation programme, efficiently and effectively in line with our Development Procedures. Reporting to the Development Manager (Pre Contract), you will be responsible for managing a team and driving forward an extensive development programme through the pre‑contract stages, from inception to pre‑start meetings.
About You
Line‑management experience is required. You will manage a team of Development Officers and prioritise competing demands to meet tight deadlines. You will have significant experience of project‑management principles and practice, and a knowledge of all aspects of housing development projects from site start to completion. An understanding of and strong commitment to the principles of customer service is also essential.
You will have confident computer skills with an intermediate knowledge of MS Office Suite, be able to produce accurate business reports and have knowledge of legal and technical requirements of the development process. Experience of RSL development finance and development appraisals is essential, and you will be experienced in leading and coordinating multi‑functional consultancy teams to deliver housing development projects.
Experience of project development with a housing association, local authority or relevant experience in building construction and knowledge of Scottish Government or Local Authority Affordable Housing Supply guidelines, procedures and protocols is required. This role requires experience in financial management of development projects. We are looking for someone with excellent communication skills, both oral and written, strong planning, negotiation and interpersonal skills. A good standard of numeracy skills, flexibility, adaptability and ability to work under pressure are also important.
A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are required.
What’s in it for you?
* Competitive salary, reviewed annually, with opportunity for performance related salary increases and discretionary non‑consolidated pay awards subject to terms of the scheme
* 40 days’ holiday per year (inclusive of public holidays), pro‑rata for part‑time employees
* Flexi time
* Opportunity to buy and sell holiday days
* Enhanced company sick and family‑friendly pay
* Access to paid qualifications, a wide range of learning and development opportunities and funded professional membership
* Defined contribution pension with matched generous employer pension contributions plus salary exchange and additional voluntary contribution options
* Access to a Salary Exchange car leasing scheme, subject to the terms of the scheme
* Healthcare cash plan for employees (and dependents) to support health and well‑being plus discounts on shopping, restaurants and other services
* Employee assistance programme for employees and their immediate household dependants to support health, mental and financial well‑being
* Access to purchase annual corporate clothing vouchers
* Access to a credit union savings and borrowing scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Access to discounts on mobile airtime plans and much more!
Location & Working Hours
Location: This post is based at Link’s Falkirk office. However, hybrid working is available with this role.
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday.
Salary: With a Market Rate Allowance of 6.14% applied, resulting salary will be £57,318 – £71,805 per annum.
Alternative working patterns and/or working arrangements will be considered in line with Link’s flexible working policy.
Additional Information
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and anyone who shares our commitment to inclusion. Our offices are fully accessible to wheelchair users and as a Disability Confident Leader, we will interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.
Please note that CVs will not be considered.
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