Job Description
A well established, multidisciplinary consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior or Associate level Building Surveyor to join its growing team. The role will have a strong focus on Social and Affordable Housing development, working across a varied portfolio of new build and refurbishment projects.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Building Surveyor who is looking to take the next step in a supportive, forward thinking environment where progression is clearly structured and genuinely achievable.
The Role
You will play a key role in the delivery of projects, taking responsibility for both technical and client facing aspects of the work. Contract Administration will form a significant part of the role, with projects regularly valued in excess of £5m.
Key responsibilities will include:
* Delivering projects within the Social and Affordable Housing sector
* Working across a mix of new build and refurbishment schemes
* Acting as Contract Administrator on medium to large scale projects
* Managing defects and disrepair work
* Preparing specifications and technical documentation
* Mentoring and supporting junior members of the team
* Dealing directly with clients, maintaining strong professional relationships
* Managing your own workload with a high degree of autonomy
There is a clear pathway for progression, with regular reviews beginning at the end of probation. Progression within the business is well evidenced, with many team members having advanced internally a key driver behind the firms strong staff retention.
The Business
The consultancy operates on a genuinely collaborative, one team approach, with multiple service lines working closely together. Cross selling between disciplines is well established and actively encouraged, following a recent strategic review aimed at strengthening collaboration across the business.
The firm is:
* Highly regarded by both clients and employees
* Known for strong levels of repeat business
* Regularly competing against and winning work from larger consultancies
* Proud of a staff retention rate significantly higher than the market average
Work life balance is a genuine priority. Hybrid working is fully embedded, typically offering 2/3 days in the office and 2/3 days working from home, depending on project requirements.
What You Need to Be
You will ideally be:
* MRICS qualified, or able to demonstrate significant consultancy based experience
* Experienced within the Social and Affordable Housing sector
* Exposure to Education and Commercial projects will be highly regarded
* Keen to join a business that supports and actively encourages career progression
* Experienced in managing and mentoring junior staff members
* Comfortable working with autonomy and handling a strong workload
* Confident in dealing directly with clients
* Commercially aware, with an interest in identifying opportunities to cross sell other service lines
Whats in It for You
The role offers a competitive package and a strong platform for long term career development, including:
* Salary up to £80k, depending on experience and level
* A comprehensive benefits package including enhanced pension contributions, private medical insurance, an employee benefits scheme and more
* Clearly defined career development and progression opportunities
* Flexible and hybrid working
* A culture where your views and ideas are genuinely listened to and used to help improve how the business operates
* The opportunity to own your own projects and client relationships, with responsibility and trust from day one
To apply, simply click the link and submit your CV.
If this role isnt quite the right fit but youd like to have an initial, informal conversation about your next move, feel free to give me a call on 07511 759123. You can also connect with me on LI Rory Thompson.
Im currently working on a range of opportunities across the property and construction consultancy space, so even if this role isnt the one, there may be others that align more closely with what youre looking for.
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