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Housing Development Officer

Powys County Council
locationUnited Kingdom
PublishedPublished: Published today
Full Time
About the role:
Lead the response to Gypsy and Traveller accommodation needs assessment . Project manage the development of the Gypsy and Traveller accommodation provision within Powys. Oversee the full development lifecycle-from concept to completion-including site appraisal, financial viability assessment, site design, planning, funding, and tendering and contract management. Liaise with Welsh Government for financial
support and design approvals, ensuring alignment with policy and delivery standards.
About you:
• Committed to delivering customer-focused services and fostering a culture of
excellence in customer care.
• Ability to manage stakeholder expectations and clearly communicate.
• Ability to interpret and present information clearly and confidently.
• Ability to create detailed project plans and schedules.
• Proficient in using ICT systems to support project delivery and service
improvement.
• Skilled in undertaking financial viability assessments and completion of grant funding applications.
• Confident in working as part of a multi disciplinary team as well on own initiative working to deliver projects on time and on budget.

What you will do:
• Lead the response to Gypsy and Traveller accommodation assessment, project managing site appraisals and viability assessments.
• Oversee the full development lifecycle-from concept to completion-including site appraisal, financial viability assessment, site design, planning, funding, and tendering and contract management.
• Lead on the acquisition and development of land for Gypsy Traveller
accommodation.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure projects are financially viable, value for money, and aligned with the Gypsy and Traveller accommodation needs.
• Preparing and presenting viability and options reports.
• Engaging with the Gypsy and Traveller community as part of taking any new development forward.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact:
recruitment@powys.gov.uk

There is no DBS Check requirement for this position.