Associate director building surveyor

Associate Director Building Surveyor Job ID 219860 Posted 30-May-2025 Service line PJM Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Building Surveying/Consultancy Location(s) Aberdeen - Scotland - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland Building Surveyor - Associate Director Role Purpose The role is for a RICS Qualified Surveying position within one of our Building Surveying teams, undertaking professional and project work for a combination of private investment companies, institutions and corporate clients. Practice areas that are expected of the candidate include building surveys for investment and occupation purposes, dilapidations for landlords and tenants, Lead Consultancy & Contract Administration, and maintenance advice (PPM). Key Responsibilities To assist in the successful implementation and delivery of professional and contract building surveying within the Scotland Team through the completion of a range of typical building surveying instructions. Take responsibility for the management of client and project teams to deliver building surveying services profitably and on time; Work closely with CBRE's key clients to grow our relationships and business. Deliver instructions from inception to completion with the minimum of supervision to meet the client objectives; Instructions to include but are not restricted to:- Building surveys for Investment and Occupational purposes; Lead Consultancy & Contract Administration; Preparation of Specifications and Schedules of Work; Drafting of Standard Contract forms; Collating project documentation; Defect analysis and reporting; Preparation of Schedule of Dilapidations and negotiating on behalf of Landlord & Tenant; Preparation of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) Schedules; Technical review of tenant works for the purposes of licences to alter; Looks for opportunities to bring and build value, delivering client solutions which exceed expectations; To positively contribute to the Group and Building Surveying business plan and to assist in achieving its objectives; Ability to build teams appropriate the delivery of client advice, with correct mixes of experience, skills and commerciality; Comply with CBRE's policies and management system; Work in compliance with Quality Management Procedures; Person Specification/Requirements MRICS qualified with at least 3years relevant post qualification commercial surveying experience; Good appreciation of professional and project based building surveying matters; Good communication and interpersonal skills; Able to work as part of a team, supporting colleagues; Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to deliver a instructions; Present a professional knowledgeable persona and possess business acumen; Build, develop and maintain existing business and client relationships; Organise and prioritise tasks so that they are completed within an agreed time frame; Provide concise and clear written communication; Understand the basics 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; Able to delegate whilst maintaining accountability and ensuring delivery; Computer literate including Word, Excel and ideally MS Project; Full Driving license; Ability to prioritise and co-ordinate tasks efficiently ensuring all deadlines are met; Accurate and excellent attention to detail; Pro-active and enjoys 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 clientsFollow the link to learn more about Project Management & Building Consultancy: https://indd.adobe.com/view/3bb8d797-1181-4b63-82b6-ef925fd5607f Follow the link to watch a video about CBRE: https://cbre.qumucloud.com/view/1E3R65HFMTaJKt0dmnD47B Working at CBRE When you join CBRE you will have the support and resources of a global firm where an entrepreneurial mind-set is encouraged. You'll realize your potential with challenging work, fast-paced assignments, an environment of constant learning and commitment to results. To enable your success, we provide the best tools, training and leaders in the industry. Our collaborative culture is built on our RISE values and reflects the needs and perspectives of our clients and our people. Our work is guided by our North Star: Creating the real estate solutions of tomorrow, so businesses and people thrive. This informs everything we do-from diversity, equity, and inclusion to sustainability initiatives to workplace safety and wellbeing. At CBRE, we believe that the more perspectives we have, the more dimensions we see. We welcome people with different backgrounds and experiences across industries to apply for open positions even if you do not match every element of the required skills. To discover more about what it's like to work at CBRE, visit Life at CBRE (https://www.cbre.com/careers/careers-blog) About CBRE CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2023 revenue). The company has more than 130,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves a diverse range of clients with an integrated suite of services, including facilities, transaction and project management; property management; investment management; appraisal and valuation; property leasing; strategic consulting; property sales; mortgage services and development services. 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