Development Support Officer NCCHS
Nottingham - UK
Job Summary
Role: Development Support Officer
Contract Type:Permanent
Working Hours:37 Hours per week - Monday to Friday between the hours of 8:30am 5:00pm
Worker Type:Hybrid Worker - working time will be split between your work base and working remotely in agreement with the Line Manager.
Salary:Grade G - starting salary of37563 per annum (Level one) rising to- 40444 per annum(Level four)
Location:Harvey Road NG8 3BB
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Working for Nottingham City Council has great benefits. As well as competitive pay great leave entitlement and access to a generous pension scheme we strive to create an innovative inclusive and progressive work culture where everyone is supported to do and be their very best.
In return we are looking for people like you - people who are innovative driven and committed to serving and improving Nottingham. So if you are passionate about making a difference to the lives of those who live and work in our city we want to hear from you.
* You can read more about the different benefits offered to colleagues working for Nottingham City Councilhere.
About the Role
The Development Support Officer provides comprehensive administrative financial and performance support to the delivery of housing development and refurbishment programmes. Working closely with project managers contractors consultants and stakeholders the postholder supports the successful delivery of projects through cost estimating budget monitoring project administration performance reporting and maintenance of accurate project records.
The role is responsible for coordinating project information monitoring programme progress against agreed milestones maintaining financial and performance data supporting governance processes and ensuring documentation is accurate and up to date. The postholder acts as a key point of contact for project stakeholders helping to facilitate effective communication track actions and support the management of defects risks and project outcomes.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
- Budget monitoring financial administration and cost estimating including preparing indicative cost estimates monitoring expenditure and maintaining financial records.
- Data analysis management information and reporting including collecting analysing and presenting information to support decision-making.
- Meeting and governance administration including agenda preparation minute-taking action tracking and support for project governance processes.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work closely with project managers architects and other stakeholders.
- Demonstrates strong organisational skills by managing documentation schedules and records efficiently ensuring that all information is accessible and well-maintained.
- Prince2 Foundation APM Fundamentals or equivalent project management qualification. HNC/HND qualification in construction housing or business-related subject.
You can find the full job description and person specification for this posthere.
Please ensure you demonstrate clearly how you meet the 6 above requirements in your CV & supporting document.
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Closing Date: 29 October 2026 (11:59pm) - Please note there may be occasions where we close the advert before the closing date and therefore we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Interview date: 12 November 2026 - Please note this is subject to change
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About Company
Thank you for your interest in working for Nottingham City Council. As one of the largest employers in Nottingham we offer a wide range of roles across a range of services. In return for your skill, drive and commitment to serving the people of Nottingham, we can help you to develop a ... View more