Building Surveyor - Sheffield / Manchester / Leeds

Key Info

Location:
Sheffield, Manchester, Leeds

Contract:
Full time, permanent

Reference:
2023.10.BS

Job Description:

A very unique opportunity exists for a Building Surveyor at all levels to join our Sheffield, Manchester or Leeds office working on projects in the Retail, Commercial, Industrial and Residential sectors. Working as part of the Built Asset Consultancy Team, the successful candidate will have a great opportunity to join an expanding business where progression and reward is driven by successful delivery! We are looking for efficient, goal driven engaging individuals who prioritise innovation and flexibility.

As our Building Surveyor you will be responsible for:

  • Preparing detailed Building Survey reports for clients
  • Providing detailed reasoned advice to clients relating to claims for dilapidations
  • Inspection and preparation of Schedules of Condition
  • Administering the role of contract administrator to ensure smooth running of a construction contract
  • Preparing scheme designs with costings, programmes and specification of works
  • Organise documents for tender and advise on appointing contractors, designers and procurement routes
  • Party wall inspections and negotiations
  • Administering the Tenants Surveyor role to achieve successful handovers of new build development
  • Upward reporting to meet client expectations
  • The role involves some travel in the UK to undertake site inspections and surveys

In order to be successful in this role you must have:

  • A relevant degree, with demonstrable experience within the construction industry
  • Alternatively, CIOB and/or holding relevant and demonstrable experience would be considered
  • A great team and work ethic

It would be great if you had:

  • Experience in the construction sector – particularly retail, leisure, or commercial sectors
  • MRICS status, or working towards, desirable
  • iMaPS or other PD/CDM-C qualifications e.g., NEBOSH would be desirable but not essential
  • Strong knowledge base including Contract Administration, Building Surveys, CDM, Schedules of Condition, Dilapidations, Party Walls etc
  • Full driving license and your own vehicle
  • Excellent communication skills with an ability to liaise with all levels of staff both internally and within client organisations
  • Strong people management and leadership skills are an advantage
  • Strong IT capabilities including working experience of Microsoft Office and Tablet & Mobile data collection

Benefits:

  • Flexible working for all staff
  • Paid birthday leave
  • Paid volunteering leave
  • Life assurance and permanent health assurance
  • Travel loans
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Paid professional subscriptions
  • Contribution to personal (non-career) learning goals

To Apply:

To apply please send your CV and covering letter to cv@monaghans.co.uk quoting ‘REF: 2023.10.BS'.

Monaghans is an equal opportunities employer. Please note that to be appointed to this role candidates will need to have the right to work in the UK.