Senior Surveyor/senior Land Agent - Edinburgh, United Kingdom - Davidson and Robertson

Davidson and Robertson

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Description

Job Title | Senior Surveyor/Senior Land Agent (Utilities)

Job Type| Full time or Part Time

Salary| Competitive Salary

Location| Central Belt of Scotland or Aberdeen

Our Company

Davidson and Robertson have been adding value to land based businesses by providing high quality independent advice and best service, since 1891.

Our progressive firm of Rural Surveyors and Consultants, now have 6 offices through Scotland and Northern England, looking to expand further within the next few years.

The Role
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

Responsible for delivering advice to land owners and occupiers on utilities matters.
Assist with a range of projects for both new and existing infrastructure including water mains and sewers; gas pipelines and above ground installations; electricity overhead pole lines, pylons and underground cables; and telecommunications overhead lines, underground cables and associated apparatus.
Manage instructions from start to finish including, agreeing terms of entry, accommodation works, through to ensuring that sites are fully reinstated, and/or the appropriate compensation is paid for reinstatement, losses and disturbance.
Prepare fee estimates and quotations for approval by associate/director.
Help supervise work of more junior team members.
Engage in business development activities and be active in the promotion of the company and seek opportunities for new work.
Participate in the development and implementation of an effective department and business plan developed inline with the D&R vision.
Develop relationships with clients including gaining a good knowledge of the client's business, economic drivers, market and sector requirements to ensure advice is relevant and commercial.

What you will need to succeed
Qualifications and IT skills

Relevant degree desirable.
CAAV qualification desirable.
Intermediate skills in Microsoft office including word, PowerPoint and excel.
First rate technical skills needed to support the client work of the department.
Full UK Driving License.

Skills and Attributes

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to adapt style as required.
Displays initiative and is proactive.
Strong service orientation a 'client first' culture.
A selfstarter, able to demonstrate high levels of initiative and motivation.
Work with other team members, display trust and loyalty.
High standards of work.
Flexible work practices.
Flexibility to work outside of normal office hours from time to time.
Excellent attention to detail.
Understanding and commitment to the company's mission, vision and values.
Ability to work well in both a team and individually.

Experience and Knowledge

Commercial with demonstrable business development experience.
Knowledgeable about the market in which you operate, develop a reputation outside of D&R.

What We Can Offer You
Davidson and Robertson strives to continuously create a friendly working environment and provides numerous benefits to ensure employee satisfaction.

These include but are not limited to: