Development Surveyor in Devon, Humber

Water Utility Company based in Yorkshire region of England.

Hello! Thanks for stopping by. Let us tell you about all the great reasons to join us here at Keyland Developments Ltd.

• We offer a competitive salary dependant on experience.
• Structured training and development opportunities in line with the Development Surveyor progression plan.
• Annual performance related bonus.
• Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution).
• Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays plus two wellness days!
• A great benefits package choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover.
• Retail savings scheme.
• Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more!

This role will be based in Leeds city centre with a hybrid working arrangement in place, a mix of office and home working.

This is a permanent role. You will be working full time. You will be expected to work 37 hours per week within a working window of 8:00am-6:00pm Monday to Friday.

Keyland Developments Ltd is a sister company to Yorkshire Water and is a strategic land promoter unlocking thousands of new homes and millions of square feet of employment space across Yorkshire. We are focused on promoting truly sustainable development that creates value for society and the environment contributing positively to a thriving Yorkshire region.

We are looking for a Development Surveyor to join the team and play a key role in promoting the acquisition, management and facilitating the development and disposal of Keylands property portfolio to maximise six capital value and land value.

You will work closely with Yorkshire Waters Land & Property (L&P) team and the operational business to identify and promote other properties which have development potential and might become non-operational with future capital investment.

You will actively seek, review and acquire new strategic Planning Promotion Opportunities in the open market.

Some key role responsibilities include the following:

• Support Planning and Property Teams in the appraisal and negotiation of all development opportunities both within Keylands existing portfolio and from potential transfers to ensure all development opportunities are realised.
• Develop skills in the wider team to appraise strategic land opportunities by sharing knowledge relating to the market, sale process, reviewing land constraints, tenant and title matters.
• Liaise with YWs L&P and Legal teams to negotiate the terms of all acquisitions and to progress transfers on behalf of Keyland.
• Work closely with YWs L&P and Legal teams to manage and work through complex land issues which arise when managing and disposing of sites in the portfolio.
• Sole responsibility for the management of tenanted properties (including new leases, dilapidations, licences to assign and alter, and service charge) on behalf of Keyland and the Kelda Group ensuring financial risks associated in holding tenanted properties are managed and mitigated.
• Appoint and manage teams of external consultants made up of a diverse range of external senior property professionals, including selling agents, lawyers, planning consultants, architects, engineers and others, as determined by the individual requirements of each project.
• Review consultants proposals to ensure compliance with financial requirements, and that required documents are prepared and delivered within agreed scope and timescales.
• Ensure that information, notices and approvals required to complete acquisitions, disposals and other commercial proposals are provided and that transactions are completed expeditiously.
• Manage and delegate day-to-day enquiries regarding the Companys diverse property portfolio.
• Undertake inspections of sites to identify areas of risk, particularly in relation to health and safety, and actions required in order to mitigate risk to acceptable levels.
• Ensure costs are monitored throughout the project, regularly coordinating with Keylands accountant to measure the impact and return on sale.

What skills & qualifications you will need:

• Minimum of 5 years experience working in the property sector.
• Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
• Knowledge and experience of the legal and regulatory requirements relating to the acquisition, ownership, management and sale of property.
• Proven ability to manage consultant teams of professionals in relation to specific projects to ensure the sales programme is adhered to and business plan targets are achieved.
• Knowledge of local and national property markets.
• Excellent communication skills and report writing.
• The ability to work on your own initiative.
• Understanding of planning and development legislation and processes.
• Good prioritisation and time management skills.
• Familiarity with IT systems (principally; Microsoft Office and development appraisal software).
• Familiarity with Health and Safety issues and mitigation measures in relation to land and property.
• Previous experience in a commercially orientated environment.
• A full UK driving licence, with no more than 6 points.

If you're an experienced surveyor and property professional and want to help us deliver an exceptional service, then apply today to find out what a career with Keyland can offer for you.

Please upload an up-to-date copy of your CV along with a cover statement outlining your relevant experience for the role.

Closing Date: 8th August, 2026.

If successful for the role, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks that will include a Basic Disclosure Check, carried out through a Third-Party Company, prior to commencing employment. Depending on the role, you may also be required to go through the security vetting process for either a Counter Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance.

All our roles are subject to a medical questionnaire, and further medicals when required.

We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. We offer a range of adjustments to make your application experience as comfortable and straightforward as possible.

If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that requires changes to the recruitment process, please include this information in your application. We will then discuss any reasonable adjustments required.

Kelda Group reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.

No agencies please.