We are seeking a passionate and focused Senior Level Chartered Building Surveyor who is looking to progress their career, working in an established team. Sectors are varied but include public buildings and estates, residential and housing, education, retail, healthcare, and commercial. You will be expected to be heavily involved in key client development, financial forecasting, team management and growth. As a Senior Chartered Building Surveyor at Ridge you will benefit from on‑the‑job learning whilst working on prestigious projects.
Responsibilities
* Client management and contract administration/practice duties
* Provide advice on the design, construction, maintenance, repair and refurbishment of all types of residential, commercial properties and educational facilities
* Carry out building, measured and condition surveys
* Ensure buildings conform to the latest building regulations and technical standards
* Take particulars on site, write specifications, obtain estimates, plan maintenance programmes and administer contracts for maintenance work
* Analyse and report on building defects
* Handle claims and negotiations with loss adjusters, preparing drawings and specifications for remedial work
* Prepare schedules of dilapidations
* Provide advice, prepare and submit planning applications
* Undertake role of quality monitor on various schemes including housing schemes
* Prepare designs for extensions, refurbishment schemes and new build developments ranging from £50,000 to £4 million
* Prepare notices, schedules of condition and awards for Party Wall matters
* Lead projects and coordinate in‑house multidisciplinary design services
* Supervise, manage and mentor junior members of the building surveying team
* Perform technical reviews to manage the quality of services
Qualifications
* Consultancy experience and good track record of client development
* Commercially minded, winning work and business development experience
* Capable of managing individual team members, organising work and providing guidance on projects
* Good communication and client‑facing skills
* Excellent all‑round technical building surveying knowledge
* Analytical mind with strong written and oral skills to produce considered reports and recommendations
* Ability to travel within the UK and occasionally overseas
Benefits
* Annual leave starting at 25 days per annum, with option to buy, carry over or sell
* Three volunteering days each year
* Mental Health First Aiders and support via Unum's Help@hand app
* Life assurance, pension scheme and income protection
* Medical insurance, private GP access and discounted gym membership
* Flexible hybrid working arrangement
* Career development opportunities focused on professional, personal or educational aspirations
* Performance bonus, car allowance and further benefits based on role and progression
We are an equal opportunities employer. We support you to ensure you have everything you need to be successful and achieve your best in your career at Ridge. If you require accommodations or adjustments during the application and selection process, please let us know.
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