Development Surveyor in Birmingham

Job description

Job Title: Development Surveyor – Affordable Housing Sector

Location: Birmingham (hybrid flexible working)

Salary: £42,000- £48,000 basic salary + global consultancy benefits package

Newly Qualified MRICS

A fantastic opportunity has opened for a driven and newly-qualified Development Surveyor to join a dynamic team focused on affordable housing delivery in Birmingham and the wider West Midlands. This role offers exposure to a broad range of projects that support inclusive, sustainable communities through affordable and mixed-tenure housing developments.

The Company

A global real estate and development consultancy servicing a vast range of clients across a broad range of services lines; planning, development, asset management, lease advisory, project management, valuations, ratings, strategic business advice etc! With presence in over 100 locations worldwide this is a fantastic opportunity to join a global market leader committed to creating vibrant buildings, cities, and spaces that generate lasting social and economic value. As a business there is a clear culture and emphasis on development and a people first culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver development consultancy services to housing associations, local authorities, and private sector partners.
• Support the acquisition and disposal of residential and mixed-use development land, with a focus on affordable housing schemes.
• Contribute to strategic land promotion and valuation for long-term housing delivery.
• Act as an agent for both buyers and sellers of development land, including identifying and securing development partners for strategic landowners.
• Engage with landowners and stakeholders to unlock new opportunities, with a strong emphasis on planning and policy alignment.
• Collaborate on feasibility studies, market analysis, and development appraisals to inform investment decisions and housing strategy.
• Build and nurture a network of contacts across the affordable housing ecosystem, including developers, planners, funders, and local government.

About You:

• Recently qualified (MRICS or equivalent) with a passion for housing-led regeneration and social impact.
• Career mindset- this is fantastic progressive opportunity within a global consultancy providing a clear route of progression to directorship.
• Strong understanding of planning processes and housing policy is desirable.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.

This company offers a comprehensive benefits package including a pension scheme, private medical insurance, income protection, and a flexible benefits scheme, along with professional development opportunities.

Hit ‘Apply Now’ to send your CV or feel free to reach out to me directly if you have any queries/ seeking some advice on your career within commercial real estate! Email: Jennifer.bailey@kentonblack.com

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Birmingham

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

09-10-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English