Building Surveyor

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Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a proficient Building Surveyor to join its team in the Channel Islands. The role focuses on advising on commercial premises, project management, and client relations in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Building Surveying and be MRICS qualified or in progress. This position offers opportunities for personal and professional development. The successful applicant will make significant contributions to projects while working in a vibrant team setting, situated in the beautiful Channel Islands.

Benefits

Opportunities for formal and informal training

Collaborative team environment

Dynamic work setting

Qualifications

• Proven track record of delivering property advice and successful projects in the Channel Islands.
• A self-starter with a positive outlook who embraces challenges.
• Capable of creating and implementing complex strategies.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and reports on commercial premises.
• Manage the delivery of fit-out and refurbishment projects.
• Ensure exceptional client service and support colleagues in building surveying.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple instructions

Strong commercial awareness

Education

Vocational degree in Building Surveying, Construction, or equivalent

MRICS qualification

Job description

Our client is seeking a proficient Building Surveyor to join its team in the Channel Islands. This role encompasses a diverse range of building surveying functions within a commercial environment, focusing primarily on areas such as Dilapidations, Technical Due Diligence, Defect Diagnosis, Project Management, and Contract Administration, particularly in office buildings. The successful candidate will be self-sufficient but will benefit from the support of the broader Building & Project Consultancy team. This position will be based in either Guernsey or Jersey, requiring occasional off-site client engagements, inspections, and site visits. The role also entails collaboration with colleagues across the Channel Islands and may involve travel between islands. The ideal applicant will represent the client's values, ensuring exemplary client service while fostering strong relationships with both colleagues and clients.

Job Duties:

• Provide advice and reports on commercial premises, managing the delivery of fit out and refurbishment projects.
• Act as a brand ambassador, representing the client's teams and values.
• Ensure exceptional client service, focusing on client needs and expectations.
• Support colleagues in building surveying and project management services, stepping in during periods of absence.
• Attend industry events to build professional networks and enhance the client's profile.
• Cultivate strong relationships with clients to identify further opportunities and instructions.
• Operate independently while maintaining communication with the wider team and senior directors.
• Participate actively in team meetings, delivering actions and initiatives to achieve business goals.
• Collaborate on business development opportunities across the client's group.

Job Requirements:

• A vocational degree in Building Surveying, Construction, or equivalent.
• MRICS qualification attained or in progress.
• Alternative qualifications in project management, engineering, design, or cost management will also be considered.
• Proven track record of delivering property advice and successful projects in the Channel Islands.
• Ability to create and implement complex strategies and solutions.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, along with excellent interpersonal abilities.
• Consistent attention to detail and the capability to manage multiple instructions effectively.
• Strong commercial awareness with capabilities in financial management.
• A self-starter with a positive outlook who embraces challenges and seeks excellence.

What You'll Love:

Joining our client means being part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in building surveying. You will appreciate the collaborative atmosphere where colleagues support each other's growth. The client offers opportunities for formal and informal training, enabling continuous professional development. The role is varied and rewarding, situated in the beautiful Channel Islands, which not only offers a vibrant work environment but also an opportunity to make significant contributions to exciting projects. You will play a crucial role in shaping the commercial landscape, enhancing your skills in a supportive setting.

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