Senior Building Surveyor

Prosper Consulting; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Chartered Surveying practice in central London seeks a highly driven Senior Building Surveyor. Responsibilities include various surveys and dispute resolutions. The ideal candidate should possess a degree in a construction field, 3-5 years of consultancy experience, and excellent communication skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, flexible working hours, and a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Annual performance review

Discretionary Bonus

23 days annual leave

Healthcare cash back

3% employer pension contribution

Cycle to work scheme

Phone allowance

Flexible working hours

Fun work socials

Qualifications

• 3-5 years industry experience, preferably in consultancy.
• Familiarity with JCT Suite of Contracts.
• Experience within the office & industrial sectors.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Dilapidations, Party Wall & Neighbourly Matters.
• Perform Pre-Acquisition Surveys and Building Condition Surveys.
• Provide Defects, Dispute Resolution & Expert Reports.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong IT skills

Time management

Ability to work in a team

Contract Administration

Education

Degree in a construction related discipline

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Overview

The Company: An award winning, independent Chartered Building Surveying and Project Management practice. First formed over 30 years ago, the company has two branches across the South of England. They value culture and people, offering a personable environment where colleagues know each other. The office is open plan with Directors/Partners actively working within the teams. The company maintains a social culture with annual away weekends, quarterly social nights, and summer BBQs. Flexible working is offered with just three days per week office commitments required.

The Role

My client is looking to recruit a new highly driven Senior Building Surveyor to be the latest addition to their London team.

Your work will consist of a variety of Dilapidations, Party Wall & Neighbourly Matters, Pre-Acquisition Surveys, Building Condition Surveys, Defects, Dispute Resolution & Expert Reports, Planned Preventive Maintenance & Reinstatement Cost Assessments.

Job Location: Central London (Euston)

Head Count: 40+

Current Projects: Commercial Offices, Industrial, Residential & Life Science

Requirements for the Senior Building Surveyor

• Degree qualified - within a construction related discipline
• Contract Administration (must be familiar with the JCT Suite of Contracts)
• 3-5 years industry experience - preferably within a consultancy environment
• Excellent time management
• Well experienced within the office & Industrial sectors
• Project & professional experience
• Understanding of the needs and demands of clients and will to exceed their expectations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - both written and verbal
• Able to prioritise workload, planning ahead as required
• Able to work individually or in a team
• Strong IT skills, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook

Benefits

• Annual performance review
• Discretionary Bonus (typically done at the end of the year)
• 23 days annual leave - increasing to 25 with years of service
• 4-5 days Christmas office closure
• Healthcare cash back - reclaim on personal expenses
• 3% employer pension contribution (they are looking to increase this)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Milestone vouchers for years' service
• MRICS fees at annual renewal
• Phone allowance
• Competitive salary
• EAP programme
• Daily office fresh fruit & drinks provided
• Death in service 3X salary
• Birthday off
• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid work environment
• Fun work socials (company party in May/June)