Development Manager/Technical Surveyor
South Devon Rural Housing Association/Rural Homes Limited
South Devon Rural Housing Association (SDR) was established in 1958 as Dartington Housing Association. Evolving over 60 years into a strong, community-based organisation, it has sound working links with local communities and an enviable reputation in South Devon for its quality housing and services.
We see ourselves very much at the heart of our communities, offering a uniquely personal and caring service to our residents. Our role as a ‘niche’ provider enables us to get involved in housing activities that may not be of interest to others, often in partnership with local authorities.
Our development subsidiary Rural Homes Limited (RHL) is a for profit company set up to project manage building and refurbishment projects. RHL is wholly owned by South Devon Rural Housing Association and delivers cost effective development projects for SDR and other small housing providers across the South West.
We are currently expanding our Development Team at Rural Homes and looking to provide extra support for the Asset Management service provided to tenants of SDR. This role is therefore an ideal position for someone mid career who is looking to build and broaden their skills and experience.
Reporting to the MD of Rural Homes Limited, in this role, you will have the opportunity to seek out and progress new build housing opportunities, promote and deliver Community Led Housing Schemes and help to develop and implement a comprehensive Asset Management Strategy whilst also delivering a customer focused repairs service for our residents. Ideally you will have a surveying or building qualification and previous experience of the Housing Association sector. You’ll also need a keen eye for detail and strong project management skills, along with the ability to keep accurate records.
We want to hear from you if you’re energetic and enthusiastic. We need a team player, someone skilled at building relationships with residents, developers, contractors and other external stakeholders but who shares our ethos and values and wants to play a key role in a small, but perfectly formed community based social housing and care business.
To apply please forward a letter of application and a copy of your CV directly to Christine Candlish, Chief Executive at: Christine@southdevonrural.com
Closing Date: 12 Noon Wednesday 24th November 2021
