Assistant Development Manager - Caterham, EnglandIn a Nutshell…We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Development Manager to join our team within Vistry South East, at our Caterham office in Surrey. As our Assistant Development Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the Land & Development Managers in the pre-construction phases of their development projects, including feasibility, legal, design, planning and health and safety related activities. You will also assist the Development Manager in the progress of potential new developments or phases through the technical, legal, planning and financial hurdles to the stage of signing off the Budget Pack and starting on site. Let’s cut to the chase, what’s in it for you…Competitive basic salary and annual bonusCompany car, car allowance or travel allowanceSalary sacrifice car scheme available to all employeesUp to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service2 Volunteering days per annumPrivate medical insurance, with employee paid coverEnhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrificeLife assurance at 4 x your annual salaryShare save and share incentive schemesEmployee rewards portal with many more benefits…In return, what we would like from you…Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and QualityAs a minimum, educated to A level standard or equivalent, or ability to demonstrate relevant experience in a similar position.Proficient in MS Office programmes; particularly Excel, Word, and OutlookA keen interest in Development or preconstruction activitiesGood geographic knowledgeOrganised and methodical, with good attention to detailHighly numerate with the ability to undertake feasibility appraisalsHighly literate and able to understand and interpret complex legal documentationAble to work under own initiative, having good decision-making skills and a keen sense of responsibilityAbility to follow and lead change management programmesFirm commitment to accountability, performance management, target setting and monitoringProfessional mannerAble to work as part of a team as well as autonomouslyAbility to communicate well with individuals at all levelsAble to travel on a regular basis throughout the area, with access to a vehicle on a daily basisDesirable…A desire to continue with further educationSome experience in a Development role within the Construction industry; ideally in either Affordable Housing, Care or Property DevelopmentMore about the Assistant Development Manager role…This role will be a coordinator for the Development team, supporting the team with the pre-construction process from handover to completion. Assist other Development Managers in their work with the Land / New Business department during the pre-development programme.Support the Development Team in facilitating early Handover of prospective Development sites from the Land / New Business Team to the full Project Team.Assist senior members in the Development Team in settling the Construction Budget and programme, monitoring all Developments through a thorough review of development co-ordination checklists on a regular basis.Assist the Development Managers in preparing and submitting a Post Investment Review and Ensure Project Close out Reports are completed and concluded, where appropriate via the Technical Team.Assist with the preparation of land and build contracts, to ensure land is secured and contracts are entered into in line with agreed timescales.Assist the team to prepare consultant appointments and collateral warranties, and to co-ordinate signatures, scan and circulate documents as required.Assist the team to complete paperwork and reports in order to gain internal approvals and ensure audit compliance.Assist the team to procure suitable supporting information e.g. surveys, reports, assessments etc. required to support the planning process and enable sufficient pre delivery planning/design. This may include placing orders and dealing with invoice enquiries.Assist the team to approve invoices via the company financial systems.Liaison with the Legal department / appointed Solicitor / Technical department as required to ensure all relevant documentation is available at the requisite time including:Conveyance PlansSection 38 / 104 AgreementsOpen Space AgreementsService Wayleaves / EasementsFreehold Transfer ContractsCarry out duties in compliance with the Company’s ISO9001 accreditation.Support the Group Environmental Policy.Management of several small projects, with the support of a Development Manager, to enable development and career progression.Any other task deemed necessary to the role.Finally, let’s tell you a bit more about us…We build more than homes, we’re making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you’ll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we’re a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. Join us in making Vistry. #LI-HA1Job Type: Full time, PermanentDepartment: Land & PlanningLocation Detail: Caterham, Surrey