Associate Building Surveyor

Rider Levett Bucknall; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading surveying consultancy in Camden Town is seeking a qualified professional to support project management and delivery. The role demands a degree in Building Surveying and a strong track record in managing complex projects. Candidates should have a proactive approach and experience in Health & Safety, complemented by excellent specification writing skills. This position offers a chance to work with diverse stakeholders and ensure high-quality delivery.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Building Surveying or similar technical discipline.
• Previous experience in Principal Designer role required.
• Experience in CDM and Health & Safety is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support business objectives of delivering value for money.
• Comply with Environmental, Health, Safety, Security and Quality Standards.
• Manage complex projects proactively and diligently.

Skills

Project Management

Contract Administrator & Employer’s Agent

Design & specification writing

Health & Safety training

Strong technical delivery experience

Education

Degree in Building Surveying

MRICS or equivalent membership

Job description

Responsibilities

• To support business objectives of delivering value for money in all circumstances
• To carry out assigned duties efficiently and in accordance with processes and procedures
• Comply with established procurement/commercial/contractual strategies
• Take personal responsibility for complying with Environmental, Health, Safety, Security and Quality Standards

Professional Skills

• Project Management
• Contract Administrator & Employer’s Agent
• Design & specification writing
• Pre-acquisition surveys
• Quadrennial surveys on listed buildings
• PPM and asset condition schedules
• Quality & Technical Monitoring
• Bank/Fund Monitoring
• Defects Diagnosis
• Dilapidations
• Measured Surveys
• Party Wall Awards

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a positive proactive approach to the role, and will be committed to delivering customer service excellence, with good commercial results.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Building Surveying or similar technical discipline
• Experience in CDM
• Previous experience in Principal Designer role
• CMIOSH or equivalent would be advantageous
• Health & Safety experience or training is essential
• Strong technical delivery experience
• MRICS or membership of other relevant professional body
• Ability to successfully manage complex projects in a proactive and diligent manner
• Excellent specification writing skills
• Good understanding of JCT Contracts
• Strong track record in project management of projects from inception to completion
• Track record of working with disparate stakeholders
• Client facing, ensuring a high standard of technical delivery
• Able to build long-term relationships
• Previously employed by a consultancy
• A track record of working with teams and managing projects by prioritising workloads and delivering deadlines
• A team player, outgoing, flexible, enthusiastic and ambitious