Associate Surveyor

Carter Jonas

Birmingham

On-site

GBP 48,000 - 64,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits package

Health cash plans

Cycle to work scheme

Cycle to work

Job summary

A leading property services firm in Birmingham is seeking an Associate Surveyor to deliver strategic advice for infrastructure projects. Ideal candidates will be RICS qualified, possess strong analytical and communication skills, and be able to work in a flexible environment. The position offers competitive salary packages and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

Extensive PQE experience in general practice/infrastructure surveying.
Compulsory Purchase experience desirable but not essential.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ambitious with continuous self-development and growth.
Ability to drive business initiatives and communicate with stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

Assist in the delivery of major Infrastructure projects.
Develop new business opportunities and drive forward initiatives.
Mentor and coach junior members of the team.
Lead due diligence, transfer agreements, and project management of capital works where required.
Mentor and coach junior team members to support professional development.
Ensure high standards of service, compliance, and professional behaviour across engagements.

Skills

RICS Qualified

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Business development

Education

RICS Qualification

PQE experience

Job description

Overview

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We have an excellent opportunity in Birmingham for an Associate Partner level to provide property services including temporary access, acquisition, CPO, compensation, and valuation advice to Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects including Rail, Road, Energy and Transport. To assist in leading, developing and delivering 'best in class' strategic and tactical advice to clients in the infrastructure sector.

We offer a highly competitive salary package which includes a fantastic benefits package including a variety of flexible benefits allowing you to choose those that suit your personal circumstances including purchasing additional leave, health cash plans, cycle to work scheme and so on! In addition, we welcome applications from those seeking flexible or agile working arrangements and can be discussed at the application stage.

Responsibilities

Assist in the delivery of major Infrastructure projects for National Bodies and Corporate investors.
Delivery of valuation reports in accordance with client instructions and RICS Valuation Standards.
Develop and undertake new business/relationship opportunities and drive forward initiatives in the local area
Undertake option and lease negotiations, valuations and general professional negotiations
Feasibility and development appraisals
Site brokerage and at all times ensuring that high quality standards of service level and professional behaviour are adhered to
Negotiation of disturbance claims following works.
Consents for access across third party land for works.
Assist in the management and guidance of all activities undertaken in the area.
Provide specialist advice in respect of statutory and sectorial process changes
The negotiation and management of lease events and asset acquisition and disposals.
Identification and optimisation of opportunities and the mitigation of risks and liabilities.
Implementing new policies and procedures to increase productivity and efficiency
Leading on opportunities through to acquisition, including detailed due diligence, the negotiation of transfer agreements, and project management of capital works where necessary
Effective team working in light and heavy matrix scenarios moving between the client and Carter Jonas’s offices and teams.
An active role in the continuous development of efficient, ‘best practice’ internal systems and processes, optimising IT and other resources.
Implementation of policy as required and ensuring legal compliance on all work carried out.
Management of surveyors working across the team
Mentoring and coaching junior members of the team through their professional development

This job description is not exhaustive and the jobholder may be required to undertake additional duties from time to time to ensure the smooth running of the department.

Qualifications

What will it take to be successful?

Ideally you will be RICS Qualified with extensive PQE experience in a general practice/infrastructure surveying role with a business development-orientated attitude with a focus on delivering excellent customer service. Compulsory Purchase experience desirable although this is not essential as we have excellent training available through our Infrastructures Academy. You must also be able to demonstrate you have a good working knowledge of relevant legislation and have strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ideally you are ambitious and keen to develop your career in line with the business and actively seek out continuous self-development, broadening your knowledge and experience. The ability to drive business initiatives forward and establish new whilst maintaining existing relationships is key. As is being a team player with strong interpersonal skills, a good sense of humour and the ability to communicate effectively with both colleagues and clients at all levels.

The role demands a significant amount of engagement with clients as well as landowners and agents therefore strong communication skills are essential and the candidate should be friendly, empathetic, diplomatic and approachable. The day-to-day requirement of the role can change quickly therefore the successful candidate must be able to work in a fast paced environment where flexibility is essential. As there is a certain amount of travel involved in the role, a full driving licence is essential.

If you don’t feel you meet the above criteria but feel you have some of the qualities we are looking for and would like to ask questions about the role, we would welcome the opportunity to meet you and discuss the role further.

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