Development Surveyor

Posting date:	14 January 2026
Salary:	£350 to £450 per day
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	21 January 2026
Location:	London, London, SW7 2PG
Remote working:	Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week
Company:	Randstad CPE
Job type:	Temporary
Job reference:	PR-1480420_1768384548

Summary

Development Surveyor (Part-Time) - London Focus

Role: Development Surveyor (Freelance / Part-Time) required for a medium sized construction company / developer.

They generally deliver new build and refurb projects of residential and commerical property.

Location: London-based (Hybrid/Remote with frequent site visits)

Commitment: Part time role, will be 1-3 days per week (Flexible)

Rate: Competitive Daily Rate of £350-450 per day depending on experience

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Development Surveyor to join our team on a part-time basis. This role is primarily focused on the Greater London area, identifying new opportunities and managing the development lifecycle of existing projects.

Whether you are a portfolio professional or an experienced surveyor looking for more flexibility, this role offers the chance to lead site-finding efforts in some of London's most dynamic regeneration zones.

Key Responsibilities

1. Site Identification & Acquisition

• Proactively source and identify new land and redevelopment opportunities (off-market and on-market) across London.

• Conduct initial site "desktop" screenings to assess physical constraints, access, and suitability.

• Lead negotiations with landowners, agents, and public bodies to secure sites under favorable terms.

2. Financial Appraisal & Viability

• Create and maintain detailed development appraisals (Residual Valuations) to test site viability.

• Monitor market trends, build costs, and GDV (Gross Development Value) shifts within specific London boroughs.

• Prepare investment papers and feasibility reports for stakeholders to support acquisition "buy" decisions.

3. Planning & Strategy

• Liaise with planning consultants and local authorities to assess the likelihood of obtaining planning consent.

• Monitor the "London Plan" and individual Borough Local Plans to identify shifts in land-use policy (e.g., changes in affordable housing requirements or CIL rates).

• Assist in the appointment and management of external design and technical teams.

4. General Project Management & Due Diligence

• Manage the due diligence process during acquisition, including legal, environmental, and technical surveys.

• Maintain a database of active and "pipeline" opportunities.

• Provide regular progress updates on site assembly and planning milestones.

Candidate Requirements

• Professional Status: MRICS (Planning & Development or Commercial pathway) is highly desirable but not mandatory if significant experience is shown.

• London Expertise: A strong understanding of the London property market and local planning nuances.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in appraisal software (e.g., Argus Developer, Excel, or KEL).

• Mindset: A self-starter who can work independently and has the "tenacity" to uncover hidden opportunities.

Please apply with your CV and references

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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