Pre-Development Coordinator

Cornwall | Permanent

A fantastic opportunity has arisen with a regional housebuilder for a Pre-Development Coordinator to join their team in Cornwall.

This is a junior-level opportunity for someone with the right attitude, personality and ambition to build a long-term career within land, planning and technical development.

Working closely with the experienced team, you will initially provide administrative and coordination support, learning how the pre-development process within house building works. With training, mentoring and support available, there is genuine scope to develop your knowledge and responsibilities as you gain experience.

The Role

• Supporting the Land, Planning and Technical teams with day-to-day administration.
• Carrying out utility enquiries and maintaining accurate records.
• Preparing land letters of enquiry and associated documentation.
• Attending strategic meetings with local councils and producing accurate meeting minutes.
• Assisting with correspondence, reports and general development documentation.
• Maintaining spreadsheets, trackers and databases using Microsoft 365 and Excel.
• Supporting the wider team with research, information gathering and coordination.
• As your knowledge develops, becoming increasingly involved in land acquisition, planning and technical matters.
• Attending sites, consultant meetings and other external meetings as your role progresses.

About You

This role is very much about personality and potential. We’re looking for someone who is confident, professional, organised and keen to learn.

Experience within a housebuilder, planning consultancy, architectural practice, estate agency, construction environment or similar professional setting would be advantageous.

You Will Need

• Excellent IT skills, particularly Microsoft 365 and Excel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisation.
• The confidence to communicate professionally with councils, consultants and other external stakeholders.
• A proactive, positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• The ability to work independently while also being part of a close-knit team.
• A full UK driving licence, as there will be occasional travel to sites and meetings.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: circa £30,000 – £35,000 depending on experience
• Excellent holiday allowance
• Pension
• Structured training and development plan
• Genuine opportunity for career progression

This is a real opportunity to develop a long-term career within land, planning and technical development, with training and support provided throughout your development.

To Apply

For a confidential chat, please call Jo or Cat to discuss the role in more detail, or apply as directed.

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