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Senior Building Surveyor

Gleeds -
Belfast

Job details

Permanent | Full-time

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme
Annual leave
Company pension
Discounted gym membership
Employee assistance programme
Employee discount

Qualifications

Microsoft Powerpoint
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Procurement
Numeracy
Organisational skills
Contracts
Communication skills
Negotiation

Full job description

All Locations

Belfast

Sector

Real Estate & Property

Chartered Building Surveyor

Built Asset Solutions | Belfast

Permanent | Full-time | Hybrid working

About this opportunity

Our Belfast building surveying service has thrived since its launch in 2022, growing to a team of 6 surveyors in the last 4 years, supporting a range of public and private sector clients in the local region and delivering various commissions to high standards.

As the Belfast team growth continues, we're offering an excellent opportunity for a chartered building surveyor to join them in a position with variety, autonomy and a rewarding career pathway following the launch of our Built Asset Solutions service.

As chartered building surveyor you will work as a key member of the team delivering a variety of survey and project work, supporting senior staff and providing guidance & advice to junior team members, with direct management of an assistant or graduate surveyor.

Joining Gleeds Built Asset Solutions you will receive more than just a salary. You'll have access to a wide range of benefits, perks and provisions that include:

Car/travel allowance
Paid professional subscriptions (1 per annum)
25 days annual leave plus holiday buy/sell options
Health cash plan
Corporate partnership perks including discounts & exclusive offers on: phones / tech, entertainment, travel, food & drink, experiences and more
Cyclescheme and discounted gym memberships
Progression pathways & structured professional development plans
Additional training and qualifications options
A contributory pension scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Our global travel scholarship programme
Hybrid working & flexible working options
A leading, people focused culture, as a certified great place to work

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Supporting business unit directors in delivering business objectives
Positively engaging with customers and developing, growing, and maintaining customer relationships
Delivering high quality services and ensuring that building surveying deliverables meet customer’s requirements
Managing projects to deliver high quality services and deliverables in accordance with business procedures
Managing building surveying commissions, including surveys, dilapidation advice, party wall advice, and construction projects for new builds, renovations and maintenance works – from feasibility through to design, contract administration to handover and post completion reviews
Quality monitoring of construction projects
Planning service delivery in conjunction with the Director with overall responsibility for the project;
Agreeing with the director and client the right sub-consultants to assist with delivery of a commission. Following the approved procedures for appointing Sub-Consultants
Communicating with and providing good sound professional advice to both clients and other project team members
Ensuring that all quantitative and financial information has been independently checked before issue, including maintaining evidence of independent checks
Remaining in the remit of your role and when additional responsibilities need to be carried out, conduct this in a fully informed manner with the approval of your line manager
Producing and presenting to customers
Mentoring and coaching employees to their full potential
Preparing bids for services
Managing services delivery for profit
Advising directors promptly of any issues that have arisen, or that might arise, on projects; in particular those that might impact on Gleeds professional indemnity (PI) insurance
Identifying new business development opportunities and driving growth across the Business Unit activities

As a Gleeds team member, you will have access to:

Opportunities to develop and grow your career
A contributory pension scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Flexible working arrangements

Who we’re looking for:

Experience, Knowledge and Key Skills

Sound Building Surveying experience post MRICS qualification;
Sound knowledge and practical experience of delivery of building surveying tasks;
Cohesive knowledge of construction methods and materials;
Thorough knowledge of construction procurement strategies, including tendering and contract strategies;
Ability to administer construction contracts as Contracts Administrator and Employers Agent;
Clear understanding of legislation impacting on building contracts;
Clear and effective communication skills – both oral and written;
Good organisational skills and the ability to quickly adapt to changes;
Excellent problem solving, negotiating skills, financial and numeracy management skills;
Ability to absorb complex information and assess requirements readily;
Sound ICT Skills, with a high level of proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint;
Ability to work as part of a team and lead teams.

Qualifications

- MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors)

About us

Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment.

Gleeds is committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. We uphold the principles of Fairness, Inclusion and Respect (FIR) and embrace the diversity of our teams. As an equal opportunities employer, we provide support, flexibility and accessibility for all. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact our Talent Team at [email protected]

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