Location
Leeds, England, United Kingdom
Role Purpose
Based in our Leeds office, the role is for an RICS Qualified Surveying position to lead our Building Surveying team, undertaking professional and project work for a combination of private investment companies, institutions and corporate clients. The practice areas include building surveys for investment and occupation purposes, dilapidations for landlords and tenants, lead consultancy & contract administration, refurbishment works, maintenance advice (PPM) and licences to alter.
Key Responsibilities
* Take responsibility for the management of client and projects to deliver building surveying services profitably and on time.
* Deliver projects from inception to completion with minimal supervision, meeting project objectives in accordance with company policies.
* Lead consultancy & contract administration.
* Prepare specifications and schedules of work, drafting of standard contract forms.
* Collate project documentation, defect analysis and drafting of schedule of dilapidations, negotiating on behalf of landlord & tenant.
* Prepare planned preventive maintenance (PPM) schedules.
* Provide technical review of tenant works for the purposes of licences to alter.
* Look for opportunities to bring and build value, delivering client solutions that exceed expectations.
* Contribute positively to the Group and Building Surveying business plan and assist in achieving its objectives.
* Build and lead teams delivering client advice, with appropriate mix of experience, skills and commerciality.
* Comply with CBRE’s policies and management system and work within Quality Management Procedures.
Key Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications
* MRICS qualified with at least 8 years relevant post‑qualification commercial surveying experience.
* Good appreciation of professional and project‑based building surveying matters.
* Good communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to lead and work as part of a team, supporting colleagues.
* Ability to work as part of a multi‑disciplinary team to deliver a project.
* Professional, knowledgeable persona and business acumen.
* Build, develop and maintain existing business and client relationships.
* Organise and prioritise tasks to meet agreed time frames.
* Provide concise and clear written communication.
* Comprehensive understanding of the local and wider property market and CBRE’s services.
* Able to contribute to business development activities.
* Able to plan and manage own workload; delegate while maintaining accountability and ensuring delivery.
* Computer literate including Word, Excel and ideally MS Project.
* Driving licence.
Person Specification
* Prioritise and co‑ordinate tasks efficiently ensuring all deadlines are met.
* Accurate and excellent attention to detail.
* Pro‑active and enjoy working autonomously and as part of a wider team.
* Confident and assertive where required.
* Sociable and outgoing.
* Flexible approach to work.
* Good role model for junior members of the team.
* Understands and appreciates the importance of using discretion.
* Team player who deals effectively with colleagues and clients.
Equal Opportunities
We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. For information about accommodations we can make during the recruitment process, please visit: https://www.cbre.co.uk/careers/accommodations
Disclaimer
Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner & Townsend will be consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with CBRE Project Management, you will subsequently transfer to the newly formed entity that encompasses both organizations.
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