Building Pathologist

SOCOTEC UK Limited; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of testing and certification services in the UK is seeking a Building Pathologist to conduct investigations and analyses for various projects. The ideal candidate will have a background in UK construction, strong communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and within a team. This role offers the chance to contribute to meaningful projects and advance your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Support for professional memberships

Potential for remote working

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge of design and procurement in the construction industry.
• A proactive and organized approach to work with attention to detail.
• Experience in hands-on, practical learning within the construction field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct building investigations and analyses using various techniques.
• Prepare evidence-based reports and provide professional advice.
• Attend clients' meetings and collaborate with design teams.

Skills

UK construction experience

Knowledge of design and procurement

Attention to detail

High standards of written and spoken English

Ability to communicate with stakeholders

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in relevant field

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft 365

Job description

Building Pathologist

Join our dynamic team as a Building Pathologist and become an integral part of our continued success story. This is a great opportunity which offers the chance to advance your career in a rewarding environment, where your expertise will contribute to making a meaningful impact on our clients’ projects and the growth of SOCOTEC.

We are looking for a dedicated, reliable and proactive Building Pathologist to join our team. You will be exposed to a number of unique projects throughout the UK, working with heritage organisations through to commercial property managers. In this role, you will be delivering quality specialist solutions by investigating problems affecting a variety of buildings. Additionally, it is key you are able to work independently, as well as part of a team.

This person will be required to drive to client sites throughout the UK (and potentially abroad), and so a full driving licence, valid in the UK is necessary. Support may be provided i.e. with use of pool cars or a car allowance, dependent upon the individual and site base. Overnight stays are required on occasion.

The tasks you will undertake will include (but are not limited to):

• Carrying out building investigations and analysis utilising a range of techniques and equipment. This is a physically active role and will include working at heights, utilising ladders and potentially scaffolding and inspecting in small, confined spaces
• Preparing evidence-based reports with the necessary background research and remedial recommendations, illustrated with photographs, sketch details and annotating CAD plans
• Providing high-quality, professional and timely advice to clients relating to building defects, material condition and building performance
• Attending meetings with clients, their design teams and consultants
• Following established company procedures and protocols and assisting in the development of new systems to ensure that the company’s quality standards are maintained and enhanced
• Undertaking personal training and development, as discussed with the Management team
• Ensuring confidentiality at all times in all matters relating to any work or communication with the company and clients

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Have UK construction experience and proven knowledge of design and procurement
• Will have a keen interest in building science and environment science
• Have a professional, organised and thorough approach to work which demonstrates an attention to detail
• Have the ability to take initiative in identifying and undertaking work that needs to be carried out
• Possess an inquisitive approach to learning and work
• Have experience of hands on, practical-learning
• Be comfortable working within a team or independently
• High standards of written and spoken English
• Ability to communicate with stakeholders at all levels

Preferable qualities

• Have a Bachelors or Master’s Degree in a field relevant to the construction industry and built environment
• Have achieved or be working towards Chartered Membership of the RIBA, RICS or other professional institutions
• Knowledge of site operations and management processes
• Have a working knowledge of AutoCAD and Microsoft 365

Why SOCOTEC?

Here at SOCOTEC UK, we have over 2,400 colleagues across our divisions delivering world-class services to our customers. We provide an unrivalled range of testing, inspection, and certification services throughout the UK, and we deliver excellence to our customers by recruiting and retaining the very best industry talent. As a Building Pathologist, you will play a pivotal role in providing these services.

We offer transversal career pathways as well as linear pathways, and we will support you in attaining a portfolio career in one place. Not to mention the possibility of working locally, nationally, or globally, in the office or remotely. We are committed to your personal and professional development, and you will be supported in every step of your journey with us. #YouGrowWeGrow

Think you’ve got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.

Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.