Development Surveyor - Client Side

  • Joshua Robert Recruitment
  • Cannock, Staffordshire
  • Mar 14, 2026
Full time Real Estate

Job Description

We are recruiting a Development Manager to support the delivery of development opportunities across a diverse land portfolio. This role will focus on progressing alternative uses on existing freehold sites including renewables and small-scale residential while also helping identify and assess new land opportunities for the wider business.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone with a strong interest in land and development who is keen to build experience delivering projects, particularly on complex or challenging sites.

The Role
  • Support the identification and delivery of development opportunities across a varied land portfolio.
  • Progress alternative uses on existing freehold sites, including renewable energy and small-scale residential schemes.
  • Assist in identifying and assessing new sites to support future business growth.
  • Work with internal teams and external consultants to progress planning, development and land-related matters.
  • Help manage key stages of the development process including site appraisals, planning support and stakeholder engagement.
  • Contribute to resolving development challenges associated with operational or previously developed land.
Requirements
  • Background in estates, planning, land, agency or development.
  • Experience or strong interest in land promotion, development or site acquisition.
  • Professional accreditation with RICS or RTPI is beneficial but not essential.
  • Commercial awareness and the ability to work across multiple projects.
  • Motivated, proactive and keen to develop a career in land and development.
Package
  • Salary in the region of £40,000 £50,000 depending on experience.
  • Opportunity to gain exposure to a broad range of development projects and progress professionally within a growing team.