Clerk of Works

Company Info

With a vision to be identified as a trusted client advisor, our clients are national in reach, local in service and selected for their quality and expertise in the built environment. They are a leading, forward thinking multi-disciplinary consultancy in the business for over 80 years.

They are a multi-award winning business that has retained its family culture and values where the health and wellbeing of their staff is taken seriously. They have a well-being initiative ‘Healthy Together’ and an active staff social club where you will get the opportunity to meet other colleagues for social and fun occasions and build friendships along the way.

Job Purpose

Due to increasing work our clients have an opportunity for a Senior or Associate Building Surveyor with relevant degree to join our multi-disciplinary practice in Orpington. You will be assisting the Partners and other team members at an appropriate level to your qualifications and experience and provide a professional service to clients.

Hours: 

• 35 Hours a week

Position summary

Key responsibilities for this role include but not are not limited to:

• Managing the internal team including maintaining and developing internal quality systems, supervising and mentoring staff.
• Delivering professional BS services to a high standard.
• Maintaining and improving the profitability of the team.
• Preparation of technical and financial reports.
• Some evening and weekend meetings (e.g. tenant, planning, committee etc.) may be necessary.

Objectives:

• Each month report on progress on own projects and assist Partner in ensuring fee plans are updated.
• Attend group meetings, which will be held at least every twelve weeks.
• Attend one to one reviews at least on a yearly basis.
• To be alert to potential new business opportunities and in liaison with the Partners, pursue these to secure new commissions.
• To develop the volume and range of work applicable to the BS team and to be alert to cross referrals to other professional disciplines within the Practice.
• Develop client relationships and maximise repeat business opportunities.

Candidate Requirements:

• Demonstrate good oral, written communication and personal presentation as the role is client facing
• You should be professionally dedicated and enthusiastic with a flexible approach to work.
• You will need to demonstrate your resilience as this position attracts a high volume of work and at times, can be a pressured environment.
• Be organised, pay attention to detail and prioritise own workload to meet tight deadlines.
• Be able to work under own initiative and also as part of a team.
• You will be required to drive between sites so need to have access to own vehicle and a clean driving licence.

Competencies:

• The Senior Building Surveyor will maintain MRICS status and will be expected to develop their competency through experience and continued learning.  The Associate is also expected to demonstrate strong management skills.

Key Values

• Professional Integrity
• Technical Expertise
• Solution Focused
• Reliable Personal Service