Senior Property Surveyor

Senior Property Surveyor

Salary- Competitive
Work Type- Hybrid
Job Location- Lingley Mere (UU), Lingley Green Avenue, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 3LP
Role Type- Permanent
Employment Type- Full Time
Working Hours- 37.0 Hours per Week

United Utilities’ (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.

We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.

We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution.

Benefits

• A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
• A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
• Up to 10.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
• A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
• MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
• Enhanced parental leave schemes

Job Purpose

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Surveyor to join our Access & Acquisitions Team based at our Head Office in Warrington.

The A&A Team specialise in gaining entry to private land to carry out pipe laying works, consulting with affected landowners, occupiers and other key stakeholders.

You will get to work alongside multidiscipline project teams as part of the Company’s Capital Programme to ensure the successful delivery and construction of new infrastructure and facilitate access to land to operate and maintain our vast network of water mains and sewers across the region.

You will provide a comprehensive access and acquisitions service to other key departments including Capital Delivery, Water & Wastewater Network Services, Developer Services and Legal Services.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• When managing a caseload of Capital and Network projects, you will carry out activities to include advising on the Company's Statutory Powers of Entry, issuing Statutory Notices, Land referencing, preparing valuations and budgets
• Negotiating compensation claims, acquiring land, landowner liaison
• Agreeing and advising on accommodation and reinstatement works, water main bursts
• Providing advice on pipe route and site selection
• Assisting with the line managing, mentoring, training and supervision of surveyors working towards their APC.

Technical Skills & Experience

• You’ll have the requisite experience and knowledge to succeed in the role ideally gained by having worked with a water company or similar utility provider
• A good working knowledge of the Water Industry Act 1991 and the Company's Code of Practice for Pipe laying in private land.
• An understanding of the relevant legislation and government guidance pertaining to the statutory compensation code and compulsory purchase procedures and a thorough understanding of the statutory valuation method principles.
• Excellent communicating and strong negotiating skills.
• Excellent IT skills including Microsoft word, Excel, Power Point, ARC GIS, and preferably experience in Web/Cloud based management systems.

Qualifications

• Land and/or Property Management Degree accredited to the RICS
• You will be a qualified Chartered Surveyor (FRICS/MRICS) in either the Commercial, Valuation, Rural or Land & Resources pathway and preferably a Registered Valuer and a member of the CAAV
• A full driving Licence and access to your own transport

About the Team

• You will get to work alongside multidiscipline project teams as part of the Company’s Capital Programme to ensure the successful delivery and construction of new infrastructure.
• You will help to facilitate access to land to operate and maintain our vast network of water mains and sewers across the region.
• You will be involved with a variety of schemes and stakeholders across the Northwest, in both rural and urban environments.
• You will be part of a dedicated team, working collaboratively and individually on a significant programme of investment within the Northwest.

We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.