Development Technical Officer

Role overview

Key responsibilities

• Provide technical support to Development, New Business, Sales, Programme Delivery and Customer Care teams.
• Support defect rectification projects, contractor coordination, site visits and workmanship benchmarks.
• Review technical and contractual documents; help identify and manage potential risks.
• Assist with planning conditions, Section agreements, audits and post-contract compliance.
• Build stakeholder relationships and attend meetings with contractors, project managers and employer's agents.
• Support development of works and services frameworks with Procurement colleagues.
• Keep current with legislation, building regulations and industry best practice.

What you'll need

• Basic understanding of and keen interest in development, construction, housing or property.
• Experience in a busy administrative, technical or project-based environment.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to analyse information, identify solutions, communicate effectively and prioritise workloads.
• Proactive, customer-focused approach; ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Willingness to develop professional knowledge and skills; ability to understand basic written details and drawings.

Professional development requirement

• The role requires successful completion of the relevant RICS-accredited qualification pathway, supported through on-the-job learning, formal training and mentoring.

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