Role Overview
We are looking for a Building Surveyor to join our clients' team in Brighton. Working with our clients to build, maintain and develop buildings, which are not only fit for purpose, but for the good of residents and the wider community. Taking pride with creating longstanding relationships with clients and enjoy working in a collaborative way to produce the finest results.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare and apply for planning and building regulations approval
* Preparation of specifications for tender, undertake tender analysis and issue tender reports
* Support Senior members of staff in undertaking the role of adjoining owner's surveyor, building owner's surveyor or agreed surveyor under the Party Wall etc Act 1996
* Ownership for the project management of specific projects to include stock condition surveys and energy performance certificates
* Support Senior Surveyors in all duties of contract administration under various forms of JCT Contracts
* Diligently complete inspections for allocated projects within agreed timeframes
* Undertake inspections to diagnose defects. Carry out site investigations including opening up, testing and sampling to confirm diagnosis
* Have an eye for detail and produce accurate and timely reports incorporating the condition of buildings and recommending remedial work to be undertaken
* Comply with Health and Safety policies and procedures at all times
* The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks within the organisation and in line with the overall business objectives of the organisation
Skills and Qualifications
* Comprehensive knowledge of materials and construction types
* Experience in writing preparing specifications and writing schedule of works
* Detailed knowledge and good experience acting as a contract administrator, particularly with the JCT form
* Thorough understanding of planning and building regulations approval process
* Significant site inspection experience to monitor and record progress on active sitesConfident in attending and chairing progress meetings with clients, contractors and other stakeholders
* Ability to independently produce reports including feasibility, defect, condition and defect reports
* Some prior experience of party wall services would be beneficial
* Full UK Driving Licence
Key Competencies
* Accuracy: high attention to detail
* Communication: effective communication skills and adept at building relationships
* Decision making: ability to work autonomously and prioritise own workload
* Proactive: anticipate and flag areas for concern
* Problem solving: ability to foresee and resolve issues with practical guidance
* Project Management: ensure deadlines are achievable and adhered to
For further information, please contact Danny at (url removed) / (phone number removed)
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