JPC-83 - Building Surveyor - London
Salary - £55-65k
Duties
Work within the London office as part of the Building Surveying team, reporting to an Associate Director. The role will involve a balanced workload across Building Surveying, Project Monitoring, Contract Administration, and experience working on higher-risk buildings.
Skills, Knowledge, Understanding and Learning
- Working toward a professional qualification MRICS or equivalent
- Minimum 3-5 years post-qualification experience.
- Strong understanding of Building Regulations, Fire Safety legislation and guidance from the Building Safety Regulator.
- Experience working under Pre-Construction Services Agreements (PCSA) to deliver fiss fire remediation work.
- Solid contract administration experience on traditional repairs and maintenance projects.
- Proficient in producing specifications and schedules of work using NBS, under JCT IFC or similar contracts.
- Excellent communication and report writing skills.
- Ability and experience of running remediation and new build residential projects using JCT, D&B and JCT PCSA Projects.
- Mentor Junior Surveyors who will be assisting with projects.
- Valid UK driving licence and access to own car for business use.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Building Safety and Surveying
- Undertake contract administration duties.
- Work alongside internal teams and external stakeholders to compile and deliver reports.
- Undertake detailed building inspections and defect analysis across various sectors including residential, education, and healthcare.
Pre-Contract Procedures and PCSA Work
- Lead and support the scoping and coordination of pre-contract investigations, surveys and due diligence.
- Work with clients to produce Project Execution Plans and administer pre-construction activity.
- Tendering under single and 2-stage procurement methods.
- Engage in the drafting, reviewing and amending of PCSA and JCT contract documentation.
Specification Writing and Technical Delivery
- Prepare detailed repair and maintenance specifications.
- Produce schedules of work and associated documentation under JCT IFC or similar forms.
- Support the design and technical team in delivering quality documents to support contract delivery.
Contract Administration and Project Monitoring
- Administer fire remediation and general refurbishment works through to completion.
- Attend and minute site meetings, carry out regular inspections, and issue instructions, certificates, and notices.
- Assess valuations and advise clients on cash flow forecasts and contractor applications.
- Coordinate project teams to ensure effective, timely delivery across multiple stakeholders.
Collaboration and Communication
- Liaise effectively with colleagues in both the London and Sevenoaks offices.
- Represent the Client professionally with clients, contractors, residents, and other consultants.
- Contribute to internal knowledge-sharing and mentoring of more junior staff when appropriate.
Clients
- Freeholders
- Building Managers
- Developers
- Public Sector
- Housing Associations / Councils
Rewards & Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Discretionary bonus incentive
- Pension contributions
- Private medical insurance
- 28 days holiday (incl. Bank Holidays)
- 3-4 days during Xmas period
- 1 day off for birthday