Senior Building Surveyor - Wakefield, United Kingdom - Wainwrights

Description

Working with a high level of independence and autonomy to deliver a high level of service to meet the needs of the brief and client whilst following companies QA procedure.

Using your knowledge and skills to effectively deliver to a professional standard in relation to Quantity Surveying, Project Management and Contract Administration across a variety of projects.

The role will support the development of the QS department in project delivery to meet clients' expectations and ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget.

Wainwrights strive to provide 'Best in Class' professional Consultancy Services, that enable our clients to achieve best market value and to have the confidence that their construction projects and building assets are managed properly and in a professional manner.

To be the trusted partner of our valued clients, providing 'Best in Class' professional Building Surveying, Architecture, Quantity Surveying and Project Management services, in a reputable and sustainable manner.

• Advising clients about building/property issues, which can include technical, commercial, statutory, environmental/sustainability, building regulation and restoration matters.
• Undertaking building surveys.
• Monitoring the deterioration or defects of a property and offering advice on repair work.
• Assessing the impact of unexpected damage on insurance, for example after a fire or flood.
• Writing technical reports.
• Negotiating the repair of work or a financial settlement if required.
• Advising on all aspects of quality and construction on new and existing buildings.
• Undertaking measured surveys and dilapidations.

• Engage with client/stakeholders to understand project needs and develop suitable construction solution.
• Create design information including preliminaries and project brief/specification for feasibility and tender, securing client approval.
• Prepare overall project delivery programmes.
• Prepare budgets and cost plans.
• Implement contractual/management structures and processes.
• Oversee and manage tender processes.
• Consider all regulatory and statutory matters.

• Ensure information is released to the contractor to enable satisfactory progress.
• Attend and chair site progress meetings and internal team meetings.
• Provide management support and updates.
• Ensure all billing activities are undertaken and track payments including disbursements and other cost to the business.

• Ensure project delivery meets programme requirements.
• Ensure contractor(s) maintains quality.
• Compile specifications and schedules of works for inclusion within tender documentation.
• Maintain budget controls.

• Obtain contractor progress and assess for delays / risks etc.
• Produce progress reports for contract progress meetings.
• Carry out general contract administration.

• Oversee the construction process and report.
• Attend delivery core group meetings.

• Be aware of and keep up to date with relevant legislation which affects the properties managed by our clients.
• Undertake any duties that may reasonably be required, whether or not specifically identified in this job description.
• Assist in promoting sustainable thinking to our clients and have a basic level of understanding as to how to integrate sustainable thinking into our projects.
• Offer guidance to junior members of the team.
• Identify business development opportunities.
• This job description is not intended to be exhaustive and it is likely that duties may be altered from time to time in the light of changing circumstances, in discussion with the postholder.

• Degree in construction related field (minimum 2:1).
• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Experience in working on refurbishment projects in excess of £1m.
• RICS qualified.
• Evidence of continued professional development.
• Previous experience of undertaking measured surveys and dilapidations.

• Must be able to fit in with the existing Wainwrights team.
• Sufficient level of professionalism.
• Drive to succeed.
• Client driven.
• Positive and respectful to others.
• Client facing.
• Well presented.
• Excellent communication, team working and negotiation skills.
• A passion for the Built Environment and the ability to build effective relationships.
• Good time keeping and work independently, managing and prioritising workloads.