Infrastructure & CPO Surveyor — Negotiation & Growth

SCSI; Dublin; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SCSI is seeking a Surveyor / Senior Surveyor for Compulsory Purchase & Infrastructure in Ireland. The role involves inspecting properties, valuing land, advising clients on acquisition strategies, and negotiating settlements across Ireland.

Candidates should hold a relevant surveying qualification, ideally chartered, with strong communication and analytical abilities, and be prepared to travel as required. A driving licence is essential.

Qualifications

• Relevant surveying qualification, ideally with chartered status or working towards it, or an equivalent professional qualification.
• Previous experience in a surveying or property-related role; direct CPO experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Good analytical skills and commercial awareness.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• A full, valid driving licence and the ability to travel to sites and meetings as required.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting and assessing properties and land affected by infrastructure projects.
• Preparing property valuations, cost estimates and budgets to inform project planning and delivery.
• Advising clients on acquisition strategies, property interests and negotiation approaches.
• Engaging directly with property owners and their representatives to negotiate acquisitions and agree settlements.
• Working alongside clients, project teams, legal advisers and other professionals to progress projects.
• Preparing for and attending Oral Hearings, arbitrations and other formal proceedings where required.
• Managing a varied portfolio of property matters across different sectors and locations throughout Ireland.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Surveying qualification (chartered preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Driving licence

Job description

SCSI is seeking a Surveyor / Senior Surveyor for Compulsory Purchase & Infrastructure in Ireland. The role involves inspecting properties, valuing land, advising clients on acquisition strategies, and negotiating settlements across Ireland.

Candidates should hold a relevant surveying qualification, ideally chartered, with strong communication and analytical abilities, and be prepared to travel as required. A driving licence is essential.