Associate Building Surveyor
Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Salary: Circa £65,000 + Car Allowance
My client is looking for a skilled Associate Building Surveyor to work with autonomy, delivering high-quality services across a variety of projects in Commercial, Industrial and Education sectors. You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest professional standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical and Property Advisory:
- Provide expert advice on a range of property issues including technical, commercial, statutory, environmental, sustainability, building regulations, and restoration.
- Conduct building surveys, monitor defects/deterioration, and recommend necessary repairs.
- Assess damage impacts (e.g., fire, flood) and advise on insurance-related matters.
- Prepare detailed technical reports and negotiate repairs or financial settlements as required.
- Offer guidance on the quality and construction standards of both new and existing buildings.
- Carry out measured surveys and dilapidation assessments.
Project Development and Management:
- Engage with clients and stakeholders to understand project needs and develop suitable construction solutions.
- Prepare design information, project briefs/specifications, and delivery programmes for feasibility and tender stages.
- Create and manage project budgets and cost plans.
- Implement contract and management processes, overseeing the tendering process.
- Ensure that all regulatory and statutory obligations are incorporated into project delivery.
Team and Information Coordination:
- Ensure timely release of information to contractors to maintain project progress.
- Attend and chair site progress meetings and internal team discussions.
- Provide management updates and handle all billing and payment tracking.
- Support contract administration and promote sustainability practices within projects.
Monitoring Project and Contractor Progress:
- Track project delivery to meet timelines and maintain quality standards.
- Compile specifications and schedules of work for tender documentation.
- Monitor contractor progress, assess risks/delays, and provide reports for contract progress meetings.
Client and Stakeholder Communication:
- Maintain ongoing communication with clients and internal teams throughout the project lifecycle.
- Attend core group meetings to oversee project delivery and report on progress.
Additional Duties:
- Stay updated on legislation impacting properties managed by clients.
- Promote sustainability within projects, integrating best practices where applicable.
- Management of a team.
Essential Skills & Qualifications:
- Degree in a construction-related discipline (minimum 2:1).
- RICS qualified.
- Proficiency in conducting building surveys, preparing technical reports, and overseeing contract administration.
- Commitment to continued professional development.
Salary & Benefits:
- Competitive salary (DOE) + annual car allowance.
- 23 days annual leave + statutory holidays, with Christmas and New Year closure.
- Bonus scheme, Death in Service Insurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Voluntary Wellbeing Scheme, and an option to purchase additional leave. Free staff parking, company laptop & iPhone, and regular employee socials.