Associate Chartered Building Surveyor – Kendall Kingscott Ltd
Join our growing Bristol office as an Associate Chartered Building Surveyor at Kendall Kingscott Ltd, a multidisciplinary construction consultancy with 200 staff offering specialist services across the UK.
About Us
Kendall Kingscott (KK) is a UK‑based, multidisciplinary construction consultancy. We employ a team of architects, building surveyors, project managers, quantity surveyors and engineers, delivering projects for clients in education, healthcare, residential and retail sectors. With a culture of innovation and continuous learning, we focus on high‑quality work and sustainable business growth.
Key Responsibilities
* Pre‑contract advice on construction, contract or cost aspects of building surveying work including feasibilities.
* Conduct detailed inspections and assessments of existing buildings, identifying defects, preparing detailed reports and providing expert advice on maintenance, repair and refurbishment strategies.
* Lead building surveying projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and client requirements.
* Prepare specifications, obtain tenders and prepare contract documents.
* Provide advice to clients and junior team members on effective procurement approaches.
* Contract administration, valuation and certification, including chairing meetings with associated document preparation.
* Serve as a trusted advisor to clients – offering strategic guidance on properties, dilapidations, party wall matters and other building‑related issues.
* Manage project timelines, budgets and resources effectively.
* Stay updated on industry regulations and best practices.
* Liaise with stakeholders, including clients, contractors and regulatory authorities.
* Manage and develop a small team of existing Building Surveyors to deliver new and existing work programmes.
* Mentor and coach new and existing graduate team members towards their professional qualifications, assisting where necessary.
* Develop and maintain new and existing client relationships, contributing to growth of the team and wider department.
Team Role
* Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions and drive successful project outcomes.
* Regular client exposure on a specific job level across multiple sectors.
* Lead and coordinate project teams in the successful delivery of construction schemes as part of our 1 Team ethos.
* Develop technical knowledge to give guidance to others across a variety of sectors.
* Mentor and support junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development within the organisation.
* Develop new workstreams and client opportunities through both innovation and repeat business arising from effective project delivery.
\>Qualifications
* MRICS status.
* Recent experience in Building Surveying within the construction industry.
* Experience required for the delivery of a wide range of project‑based work.
* Experience in client‑facing roles, ideally with a private consultancy background.
* Proven leadership abilities with a collaborative and team‑oriented approach.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present to audiences both in person and virtually.
* Aptitude for establishing, building and maintaining professional relationships with clients and colleagues.
* Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high‑quality work under tight deadlines.
* Valid UK driving licence.
* Strong work ethic with appetite for agile working in and around the West Region.
Skills And Knowledge
* MS 365.
* JCT / NEC Contracts.
* AutoCAD / Vectorworks design software.
* UK building regulations and construction standards.
* Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.
* Building Safety Act 2023.
Additional Information
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level.
Employment type: Full‑time.
Job function: Management and Manufacturing; Industry: Construction.
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