Senior Development Surveyor

Fixed Term for 2 years, we welcome applications for Part Time or Full Time hours for this post - please specify your preference on your application.
We are looking for a motivated and experienced Senior Development Surveyor to join the Corporate Landlord service to support the activity in the property development function.
This is a unique opportunity to join a small, dedicated team to represent the Councils property interests on a variety of high profile and high-quality development projects and workstreams and deliver a range of services to support the Councils objectives whilst having an emphasis on commercial return and demonstrating best value.
What will I be doing?
Working under the guidance of the Property Development Manager you will be responsible for leading, managing and supporting a varied portfolio of development projects within the City. This will primarily involve supporting the delivery of housing and ensuring projects are appraised against business objectives and managed capital expenditure.
You will be responsible for negotiating commercial terms for property acquisitions, disposals and other development related agreements, managing stakeholder relationships, assisting the process of appointing and managing consultants, work closely with funders and developers and provide support and advice to senior managers and elected Councillors working collaboratively with colleagues in the Property team, Legal, Housing, Procurement, Regeneration, Finance and other departments. You will be required to use your technical expertise and experience to maximise commercial value, de risk sites and ensure projects are promptly brought into contract.
What do I need to have?

You will be professionally qualified and hold a relevant degree or postgraduation qualification or equivalent relevant experience in either the public or private sector. You will have strong commercial acumen and proven, relevant practical experience and knowledge of property development including appraising land for disposal and acquisition.
It is essential you have the relevant skills to persuade others and influence outcomes and have good communication and organisational skills. You will have effective IT skills and working knowledge of word processing, databases and spreadsheet packages including financial experience or training sufficient to manage financial budgets. You will be able to negotiate effectively and meet commercial and contractual deadlines and communicate effectively both verbally and in a written format to establish excellent working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders. You will be able to demonstrate the Council's values and behaviours.

At Bristol City Council, we value having a workforce as diverse as the city we serve. We therefore welcome, develop and promote people from all sections of the community. We particularly welcome applications from Young people, Black and racially minoritised, Disabled, LGBTQ+, Male and Female candidates who are currently under-represented within this Service of Bristol City Council. Appointments will be made on merit.

Why Bristol City Council?
At Bristol City Council, we go that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. For the majority of our roles hybrid working arrangements are available, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice - mixing both home and office working.
Join us and you'll receive an excellent rewards package including flexible working and flexitime, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you'll be working in a supportive environment where you'll have the chance to make Bristol a better place and contribute to its future.