Location: Crowthorne, Berkshire
Company: ET Planning
About Us:
ET Planning is a leading planning consultancy specialising in delivering high-quality planning solutions across a range of sectors. We are committed to providing expert advice and support to our clients, ensuring their development proposals are both viable and compliant with relevant planning policies. Based in our Crowthorne office, we are now seeking a highly skilled and motivated Development Viability Senior/Surveyor to join our dynamic team.
Role Overview:
As a Development Viability Senior/Surveyor, you will play a critical role in undertaking Financial Viability Assessments (FVAs) for a variety of development proposals. Your primary focus will be to assess the Affordable Housing contributions that developments can reasonably support, ensuring compliance with local and national planning policies. You will work closely with our planning consultants and clients to deliver robust, evidence-based viability assessments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct detailed Financial Viability Assessments (FVAs) for residential and mixed-use development proposals
- Analyse development costs, revenues, and market conditions to determine the level of Affordable Housing contributions that developments can sustain
- Prepare and present viability reports to clients, local authorities, and other stakeholders
- Liaise with planning consultants, developers, and legal advisors to ensure accurate and comprehensive viability assessments
- Provide expert advice on planning obligations, including Section 106 agreements and Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) contributions
- Keep up-to-date with relevant legislation, policies, and market trends affecting development viability
- Attend meetings and represent ET Planning in discussions with local authorities and other stakeholders
- Support junior staff members and contribute to the overall development of the team
Requirements:
- A relevant degree in Surveying, Planning, or a related field
- MRICS or MRTPI qualification is highly desirable (RICS Valuer status also beneficial)
- Proven experience in undertaking Financial Viability Assessments (including valuations) within a planning or surveying context
- Strong understanding of Affordable Housing policies and planning obligations
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present findings clearly and persuasively
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- A proactive and collaborative approach to problem-solving
- Knowledge and experience of using relevant software and tools used in viability assessments
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Flexible working, including work from home and generous flexitime policies
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression
- A supportive and collaborative work environment
- The chance to work on a diverse range of exciting development projects
If you would like to discuss the role in advance of applying, please contact the hiring manager Director of Economics Derek Clarke, or Executive Director Ben Temple through our switchboard 01344 508048.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about development viability and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we would love to hear from you. If you are interested, please apply early as interviews will be arranged, and the appointment may be made before the job advertisement closure date. Please submit your CV and a covering letter to careers@etplanning.co.uk no later than 9am 23 September 2024.
ET Planning is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
