Job Description
Development Surveyor / Project Manager
3-6 Month Interim Contract | ASAP Start
Fairford, Gloucestershire Competitive salary/day rate (DOE) Initial 3-month assignment (strong potential to extend) Office-based initially | Hybrid considered longer-term
The Opportunity
We are recruiting an experienced Development Surveyor to join a well-established and highly regarded charitable organisation with a large and diverse property portfolio.
This is an urgent interim requirement, created following a recent leaver, and will focus on driving multiple live development and refurbishment projects through their final stages, ensuring progress and momentum are maintained across the portfolio.
While the initial contract is for 3 months (until end of July), there is clear potential for extension and longer-term opportunity as the organisation continues to expand its portfolio. Over time, this role could develop into a Development Manager or Technical Manager position, supported by specialist technical teams.
The client is open to freelance contractors or PAYE fixed-term candidates, with flexibility around structure for the right person.
The Role
This is a purely technical, project-focused position - no sales, no leasing.
You will act as a key delivery-focused resource, reviewing live schemes and pushing projects forward toward completion.
Key responsibilities include:
* Managing and progressing active development and refurbishment projects through to completion
* Reviewing existing projects and advising on next steps, prioritisation and delivery timelines
* Acting as a technical and project-focused advisor across a varied property portfolio
* Working closely with internal property, asset and technical specialists
* Supporting informed decision-making on project direction and delivery strategy
* Maintaining momentum across multiple schemes in a fast-moving interim assignment
About You
You’ll be someone who can hit the ground running, confident taking ownership of projects in a short-term role.
Ideally, you will have:
* Proven experience as a Development Surveyor or in a similar technical / asset / project-focused role
* Strong knowledge of the development lifecycle, particularly later-stage delivery
* A technical or project management background (highly desirable)
* Experience managing multiple projects within a large or varied portfolio
* The ability to work independently and prioritise effectively
* Willingness to be office-based in Fairford initially - in a beautiful office!
Working Arrangements & Interviews
* Full-time preferred: 35 hours per week (Monday-Friday, 9-5)
* Office presence is important initially due to the short contract and project handover
* Hybrid working may be considered longer-term
* Interviews available via Teams or onsite, with flexibility for candidates to assess commute suitability
Interested?
This is a rare opportunity to step into a hands-on interim development role with a values-driven organisation, supporting meaningful work while progressing significant property projects.
Apply today or contact us to discuss day-rate vs PAYE options and immediate availability. Please apply via the link or for more information, please contact:Krystina Hartry MCIOB - Senior Consultant, Construction & Property