Senior Building Surveyor

Orpington

Senior Building Surveyor:  Our client is an award-winning multi-disciplinary practice, recognised for excellence in the social housing and wider public sectors,  with a proud reputation for delivering outstanding services, fostering innovation, and building long-term client relationships. Our work contributes meaningfully to communities, ensuring buildings are not only fit for purpose but enhance the lives of those who use them.

Role Overview:

As a Senior Building Surveyor, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality surveying services across a diverse portfolio of projects. You will be responsible for managing client relationships, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to the strategic growth of the Building Surveying team. This role requires a proactive, commercially minded professional with strong technical expertise and a passion for delivering value-driven solutions in the built environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Forge and nurture client relationships, actively seeking new connections and maintaining existing ones to drive business growth.
• Provide valuable support and expert advice to our Partners and team, addressing client-related challenges and delivering exceptional professional services.
• Take charge of preparing and submitting comprehensive tender submissions, showcasing your expertise and strategic approach.
• Act as a mentor and supervisor to our graduate surveyors, effectively managing their workload and overseeing their projects.
• Contribute to the training and development of colleagues, imparting technical and interpersonal skills to elevate team capabilities.
• Review your workload and performance regularly, ensuring high-quality output and identifying areas for improvement.
• Meet RICS CPD obligations to stay at the forefront of industry advancements and best practices.
• Uphold compliance with our document management system, company policies, and industry accreditations in QA, Environmental, and H&S.
Objectives:
• Provide monthly progress reports on your projects, collaborating with Partners to update fee plans and optimise project outcomes.
• Actively participate in weekly group meetings, contributing your insights and expertise to enhance team collaboration and performance.
• Proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities, collaborating with Partners to secure exciting new commissions.
• Drive the growth and diversity of work for the Building Surveying team, encouraging cross-disciplinary referrals within our practice.
• Cultivate strong client relationships, maximizing opportunities for repeat business and showcasing our expertise.

Key focus areas:

• Deliver exceptional building surveying services, adhering to high standards and ensuring client satisfaction.
• Identify and seize new work opportunities, leading the tendering process and securing projects.
• Enhance team profitability through strategic planning and efficient project management.
• Prepare precise technical and financial reports that provide valuable insights and guidance.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Ideally MRICS Status with minimum 3 years PQE.
• Exceptional communication and personal presentation skills, critical for client interactions.
• Professional dedication and enthusiasm, coupled with a flexible and adaptable approach to work.
• Resilient and capable of performing well under pressure in a high-volume, demanding environment.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Self-driven, highly motivated and a team player, thriving both independently and collaboratively.
• Access to own vehicle and a clean driving license for site visits.

Key Competencies:

Communication: effective communication skills and adept at building relationships Decision making: ability to work autonomously and prioritise own workload Problem solving: ability to foresee and resolve issues with practical guidance
Project Management: ensure deadlines are achievable and adhered to Thorough: attention to detail

On offer is a highly competitive package, a good work/life balance and CPD. For further information and a confidential discussion, please contact Danny on 07756 401156 / [email protected]