Development Coordinator (Residential Construction)

Tuath Housing Association; Dublin; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Tuath Housing Association in Dublin is seeking a Development Coordinator (Construction) to join the development team and project manage existing sites while pursuing new opportunities with Local Authorities. You will help appraise viable projects, prepare tenders, and support delivery of the Development Programme.

The role requires a driving licence; full-time permanent contract, 37 hours per week, reporting to the Development Manager.

Responsibilities

• Project manage development schemes from concept to completion with design team consultants, contractors, solicitors, funders and authorities.
• Identify and respond to new development opportunities, ensuring commercial viability and exploring social, cost rental and private rental options.
• Assist the Development Manager and Director in the preparation of tender submissions for housing projects.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders to expand opportunities and Design & Build projects.
• Operate with commercial and financial acumen to deliver new housing solutions.
• Analyse housing provision needs with Local Authorities and prepare project appraisals including surveys, briefs and business cases.
• Manage site identification and feasibility processes and mitigate risk.
• Negotiate with clients and keep concise project records compliant with regulations.
• Assist in delivering the Development Programme within agreed timescales and coordinate information flow to authorities and consultants.
• Provide administrative support for each scheme including attendance at site and design team meetings.

Job description

JOB TITLE: DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR (CONSTRUCTION)

LOCATION: DUBLIN

CONTRACT: FULL-TIME/ PERMANENT (37 HOURS PER WEEK)

REPORTING TO: DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

TRAVEL: THE POST REQUIRES A VALID DRIVING LICENCE AND THE USE OF A CAR FOR BUSINESS PURPOSES.

About Us:

Tuath Housing has provided safe, secure and affordable housing since 2006. A lot has changed over the years, but our values remain the same. In partnership with Key Stakeholders, our main focus is on delivering more quality homes to more people and providing an outstanding Customer experience to our 27,000 residents. Working with Tuath Housing is different because we make a difference. We maintain and develop our team of dedicated, motivated, and authentic people through focused training and career development.

Our People and Culture:

Our employees benefit from a positive working culture, learning and development opportunities, and an extensive benefits package which includes:

• 24 days annual leave
• Attractive salaries commensurate with experience
• Pension scheme, bike-to-work scheme and a wellness allowance
• Career development opportunities and a study aids scheme
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible working and an excellent work-life balance package

Tuath Housing are accredited with the Bronze Award from Investors for Diversity and are committed to promoting a diverse and respectful workplace reflective of all cultures, nationalities, backgrounds, genders, members of the LGBTQ+ community and people from traditionally marginalised backgrounds. We are committed to creating and maintaining a workplace where all colleagues can be their most authentic self.

Tuath is committed to embedding environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations into every aspect of the business, and to implementing a business plan that emphasises social responsibility throughout our operations. We strongly believe in the importance and value of working in partnership with our many stakeholders to deliver more homes to more people, creating communities across the country. By tracking Tuath's ESG achievements, we can lead the way in making the affordable housing sector in Ireland more sustainable; and by having a positive environmental and social impact Tuath will also deliver better results to our residents, our employees, and the wider community.

If you are driven to make a difference and believe that everybody needs a home, Tuath is waiting to hear from you.

JOB SUMMARY:

To work as part of the development team to project manage existing development sites and to further the expansion of Tuath via new development opportunities, with developers and Local Authorities. To attract, appraise and secure new opportunities to ensure that each potential project is financially viable, procurement compliant and in an area of housing need. To assist the Development Manager & Director in the delivery of the Development Programme for Tuath Housing and ultimately the Government's Housing for All.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• To project manage development schemes from concept to completion. Working closely with design team consultants, contractors, solicitors, funders, local residents and Local Authorities.
• To identify and respond to new development opportunities, negotiating and ensuring they are commercially viable. Develop innovative construction opportunities to include social, cost rental and private rental options.
• To assist the Development Manager and Director in the preparation of tender submissions for housing projects.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders to further the expansion of the Association via new development opportunities, sites or Design & Build projects.
• Operate with good commercial and financial acumen and be both creative and responsive in the delivery of new housing solutions.
• Analyse the need for housing provision in partnership with Local Authorities and housing colleagues and prepare project appraisals to include surveys, briefs, valuations, economic investment appraisals, business cases.
• Manage the site identification and feasibility process and establish and utilise a site feasibility to mitigate risk.
• Negotiate, liaise and communicate effectively with all potential clients.
• To assist in the delivery of the Development Programme for Tuath Housing within agreed timescales, under the direction of the Development Manager.
• To assist in the information flow of material to Local Authorities, the DHPLG, Housing Agency, Consultants etc, and to keep concise and accurate records and ensure all project files comply fully with the Voluntary Regulation Code are maintained to a standard fit for auditors examination.
• To provide suitable administrative support services for each scheme including attendance at site and design team meetings to represent the best interests of Tuath.
• To support the liaison with Housing Management, Finance & Technical Services regarding handovers.
• To appoint Consultants for feasibilities etc and Building Contractors.
• To assist the Development Manager to ensure all potential development proposals presented to the Association are recorded, actioned and submitted to the DHPLG and relevant Local Authority for approval.
• To consult with local residents and tenants with regard to new housing projects.

Budgetary Monitoring & Control

• To liaise as appropriate with the Finance Manager and Finance Director on Development schemes.
• To submit funding applications to Local Authorities, DHPLG and relevant private finance providers ensuring they meet the defined criteria and timescale.

General

• To contribute to the effective delivery of a Quality Service through the formulation, review and proper implementation of policies and procedures.
• To participate on forums/working groups/committees as required.
• To conduct all activities in a manner which is safe to yourself and others.
• To be aware and act in accordance with Tuath's Health and Safety Policy.
• Complete reports/ submissions for Tuath's New Business and Development team and Board meetings.
• To undertake any training courses deemed necessary for your role if it evolves.
• To undertake any other duties as required.

This job description is not definitive or restrictive and will be subject to periodic review in the light of developments.