Associate Building Surveyor & Director Designate North of England (Remote Role)
About the Role
This role will involve taking projects from inception to completion, including client liaison as a Contract Administrator and Project Deliverer.
The successful candidate will work remotely to deliver and expand client activity in the North of England.
Key Duties and Responsibilities Project Management
Comply with and improve upon Key Performance Indicators.
Work with and audit Quality Management Systems.
Regularly report on project status and update Fee Projections.
Assist in business development by cultivating new and existing clients.
Communicate effectively with clients, contractors, sub-contractors, and residents.
Promote services to clients and stakeholders.
Support colleagues by communicating needs and aspirations.
Defect Analysis and Remedial Solutions
Explain various types of defects found in buildings clearly and produce comprehensive reports with remedial solutions.
Consider challenges of high-rise buildings; knowledge in this area is advantageous.
Procedures and Administration
Write specifications, procurements, and administer contracts for remediation works.
Understand and support resident liaison processes.
Take minutes in meetings and ensure understanding of discussion points.
Support different project team roles to ensure delivery success.
Assist with tender processes and procurement of consultants and contractors.
Pre-Contract Procedures and Administration
Independently manage workload to meet fee targets.
Handle multiple projects and prioritise tasks efficiently.
Conduct pre-contract investigations, surveys, and due diligence.
Prepare Project Execution Plans and attend pre-contract meetings.
Create detailed specifications, contracts, and tender documents.
Ensure stage invoices are issued on time.
Post-Contract Procedures and Administration
Chair and minute site meetings, ensuring timely issue of minutes.
Conduct regular site inspections and issue reports.
Issue instructions, certificates, and notices promptly.
Assess contractor payment applications and advise on cashflow forecasts.
Coordinate project management to ensure timely delivery.
Prepare Final Accounts and issue final statements.
Skills, Knowledge, and Understanding
Degree in Building Surveying or related field.
Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., RICS).
Strong knowledge of Building Regulations and Fire Safety legislation.
Building pathology experience essential.
Excellent numeracy, written, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to produce clear, concise reports.
Experience Required (Minimum 5 Years PQE)
Asset Management Local Authority Projects Residential/Public Sector Experience RICS Qualification Refurbishment and Re-cladding Projects Full Contract Administration from Inception to Completion Project Monitoring Employer's Agent Role Quality Management Systems Experience Indicative Workload
Deliver Building Safety Case reports for commercial management companies and developers.
Manage survey and CAD activity.
Oversee Contract Administration for remediation and asset management work.
Coordinate Planning Supervisor CDM and Building Regulation activity.
Manage Build to Rent projects and S106 procured projects.
Assist with ad-hoc building surveying tasks.
Additional Duties
Support development of a regional office for the client.
Travel to project sites across the North and Midlands.
Handle bid submissions and ITTs.
Assist with case studies and AI database efficiency.
Occasional Employer's Agent duties on new build projects.
Mentor junior surveyors, project managers, and support staff.
Rewards and Benefits
Competitive Salary Discretionary Bonus Incentives Pension Contributions Private Medical Insurance 33 Days Holiday (including bank holidays) 1 Day off for Birthday Christmas Leave 2 days CSR Leave Salary
£65,000 - £70,000