Senior Design Manager Are you an experienced Senior Design Manager looking for your next challenge with a Tier 1 contractor? Willmott Dixon is seeking a motivated and technically strong Design Manager to join our Construction North team, where you'll play a key role in delivering exciting projects across the Northwest. Our pipeline includes a diverse mix of projects such as Department for Education schemes, high-rise residential, offices, town centre regeneration, leisure, and blue-light facilities etc. With an excellent reputation as one of the UK's leading contractors, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that was recently ranked in the top five of the Financial Times' "Europe's 1,000 Best Workplaces" list for 2025. This role offers you flexibility with a hybrid working model, typically three days in the office or on site and two days from home. Key Responsibilities/Deliverables: Manage a team of 1 to 2 Design Managers on larger scale projects Lead the design process on allocated projects, ensuring compliance with Willmott Dixon procedures and delivering high-quality outputs. Manage and coordinate design programmes, maintaining control of deadlines and information flow. Chair and contribute to design team meetings, ensuring collaboration across consultants, supply chain partners, and internal teams. Review and challenge technical details to maintain buildability, value engineering, and quality. Work closely with Pre-construction Managers, Principal Design Managers, and Operations Managers to ensure design aligns with programme, cost, and customer requirements. Essential Skills: Proven experience operating as a Senior Design Manager within a Tier 1/Tier 2 Head Contractor environment - on larger scale projects from Preconstruction phase right through delivery (Cradle to grave). Excellent level of Technical Design skills and capabilities. Experience across multiple sectors such as Education, Health, Commercial, Defence, Residential, leisure. Strong track record of leading and coordinating multi-disciplinary design teams. Technical confidence in reviewing design details, drawings, and specifications. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, able to influence both internal and external stakeholders. Proficiency with MS Office Suite and drawing mark-up tools. Desirable Skills: Professional qualifications (e.g. CIOB, RIBA) or evidence of continued professional development. At Willmott Dixon, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive workplace where people can thrive, develop, and build long-lasting careers. For this role, the career pathway includes progression to Principal Design Manager, supported by structured development and active knowledge-sharing forums. About Us: With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.
Oct 21, 2025
Full time
Senior Design Manager Are you an experienced Senior Design Manager looking for your next challenge with a Tier 1 contractor? Willmott Dixon is seeking a motivated and technically strong Design Manager to join our Construction North team, where you'll play a key role in delivering exciting projects across the Northwest. Our pipeline includes a diverse mix of projects such as Department for Education schemes, high-rise residential, offices, town centre regeneration, leisure, and blue-light facilities etc. With an excellent reputation as one of the UK's leading contractors, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that was recently ranked in the top five of the Financial Times' "Europe's 1,000 Best Workplaces" list for 2025. This role offers you flexibility with a hybrid working model, typically three days in the office or on site and two days from home. Key Responsibilities/Deliverables: Manage a team of 1 to 2 Design Managers on larger scale projects Lead the design process on allocated projects, ensuring compliance with Willmott Dixon procedures and delivering high-quality outputs. Manage and coordinate design programmes, maintaining control of deadlines and information flow. Chair and contribute to design team meetings, ensuring collaboration across consultants, supply chain partners, and internal teams. Review and challenge technical details to maintain buildability, value engineering, and quality. Work closely with Pre-construction Managers, Principal Design Managers, and Operations Managers to ensure design aligns with programme, cost, and customer requirements. Essential Skills: Proven experience operating as a Senior Design Manager within a Tier 1/Tier 2 Head Contractor environment - on larger scale projects from Preconstruction phase right through delivery (Cradle to grave). Excellent level of Technical Design skills and capabilities. Experience across multiple sectors such as Education, Health, Commercial, Defence, Residential, leisure. Strong track record of leading and coordinating multi-disciplinary design teams. Technical confidence in reviewing design details, drawings, and specifications. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, able to influence both internal and external stakeholders. Proficiency with MS Office Suite and drawing mark-up tools. Desirable Skills: Professional qualifications (e.g. CIOB, RIBA) or evidence of continued professional development. At Willmott Dixon, we pride ourselves on creating an inclusive workplace where people can thrive, develop, and build long-lasting careers. For this role, the career pathway includes progression to Principal Design Manager, supported by structured development and active knowledge-sharing forums. About Us: With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.
Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable - please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner. What you will be doing: An opportunity has arisen for an Experienced Scheduler / Planner to join the team at Galliford Try within our Digital Infrastructure Business, focussing on the following strategic market sectors: Wireless & Fixed Line Telecoms Network Infrastructure Defence Telecoms Renewable Solutions/EV charging stations Reporting to the Strategic Development Manager, the successful candidate will work as part of the wider pre-construction and operational teams developing detailed tender, pre-construction and construction phase programmes for design and build projects and programmes. The role requires the applicant to be experienced in the planning, development and implementation of integrated design and build contracts and involves liaising with cross-functional teams with diverse technical backgrounds. There will be a pre-construction emphasis; the role will support tender submissions with programmes tailored to strengthen bid credibility. The candidate will need to accept and seek responsibility for all planning tasks and outcomes associated with delivering the various phases of the projects. An ability to plan effectively in combination with a collaborative approach to working with others will be paramount to deliver the requirements of the projects. Experience in Microsoft Project and Primavera planning software. Liaison and interface with team members to produce initial and updated contract programmes for acceptance/approval. Production of resource loaded programmes to identify sequencing, critical paths, float and combined financial data for Earned Value Management (if required). Weekly input into the management activity to ensure outcomes are planned for and achieved Monthly reporting for internal and external reviews and discussion via meetings Previous experience on the NEC suite of contracts. Previous experience on Defence, Telecoms and EV charging/renewable energy infrastructure projects preferred (but not essential). Security clearance to SC level preferred (but not essential). About You: Ability to demonstrate a confidence to communicate ideas. Excellent use of the English language and writing skills. A drive for continuous improvement. Driven to achieve customer satisfaction. A strategic thinker. An ability to identify and solve problems in a timely manner. A construction background and be able to understand technical / commercial information. Commercial awareness - i.e. understanding programme impacts on cost, risk, and overall project strategy. An ability to communicate effectively with technically oriented people, including the ability to present programme options professionally to clients and internal leadership A willingness to support the team and others - a Team Player with a strong work ethic. The flexibility to meet the challenges of fluctuating workloads and multiple assignments with tight deadlines that may require non-standard work hours from time to time. IT Literacy including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat and InDesign. You will also be able to demonstrate the following key attributes. Desire to understand and promote the Company purpose, vision, values and culture Organised, structured and professional, with a passion for excellence, striving to delivering the best. Flexibility, resilience and the ability to influence and build relationships with key stakeholders. Demonstrating strong ethical standards with openness and honest. Commitment to the provision of excellent customer service, passionate, committed and enthusiastic in all that you do. A self-starter with a can-do attitude and a desire to pick up new challenges. Dedicated to working together to achieve results. What We Can Offer in Return: With an impressive order book of over £4.1 billion we are one of the industry's leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy, we're poised for further growth and success, so if you're committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you. We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our 'Be Well' programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues. We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential. Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged. Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when, where and how you work. Where appropriate, site and office-based employees can take advantage of a wide variety of working practices, offering different amounts of structure, regularity and flexibility to suit your needs as well as those of your wider team. Our benefits: We put our people first and our benefits package reflects that by offering a comprehensive range of attractive options to help support your career on top of a competitive salary. Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays A wide range of corporate discounts Cycle to Work schemes Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need it Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role About us: Galliford Try is one of the UK's leading construction groups with a vision to continuously be a people-orientated, progressive business, driven by our values to deliver lasting change for our stakeholders and the communities we work in. Our purpose is to improve people's lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work. We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in providing vital services, putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing, and collaborating with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long-term value. For more information on this role or to enquire about other positions available within our Specialist Services business please contact Chloe Phillips on . Additional Information: Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full-time, reduced hours or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process. We encourage, and would be grateful if, you could confirm any requirements we can reasonably fulfil to make this application a positive experience for you. Don't meet every requirement of the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Galliford Try, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement of the role, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we have committed to offer an interview to any candidate with a long-term health condition or disability that meet the essential criteria for the advertised position. Please contact the Resourcing Partner listed within the job advert if you believe this applies to you. We will also take the opportunity to discuss any adjustments required for your interview. A full job description for this role is available upon request. Job Info Job Identification 2342 Job Category Business Development Posting Date 09/26/2025, 12:15 PM Job Schedule Full time Job Shift Day Locations 4 Penman Way, Leicester, LE19 1SY, GB GALLIFORD TRY CONSTRUCTION, BIRCHWOOD, WA3 6GA, GB
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable - please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner. What you will be doing: An opportunity has arisen for an Experienced Scheduler / Planner to join the team at Galliford Try within our Digital Infrastructure Business, focussing on the following strategic market sectors: Wireless & Fixed Line Telecoms Network Infrastructure Defence Telecoms Renewable Solutions/EV charging stations Reporting to the Strategic Development Manager, the successful candidate will work as part of the wider pre-construction and operational teams developing detailed tender, pre-construction and construction phase programmes for design and build projects and programmes. The role requires the applicant to be experienced in the planning, development and implementation of integrated design and build contracts and involves liaising with cross-functional teams with diverse technical backgrounds. There will be a pre-construction emphasis; the role will support tender submissions with programmes tailored to strengthen bid credibility. The candidate will need to accept and seek responsibility for all planning tasks and outcomes associated with delivering the various phases of the projects. An ability to plan effectively in combination with a collaborative approach to working with others will be paramount to deliver the requirements of the projects. Experience in Microsoft Project and Primavera planning software. Liaison and interface with team members to produce initial and updated contract programmes for acceptance/approval. Production of resource loaded programmes to identify sequencing, critical paths, float and combined financial data for Earned Value Management (if required). Weekly input into the management activity to ensure outcomes are planned for and achieved Monthly reporting for internal and external reviews and discussion via meetings Previous experience on the NEC suite of contracts. Previous experience on Defence, Telecoms and EV charging/renewable energy infrastructure projects preferred (but not essential). Security clearance to SC level preferred (but not essential). About You: Ability to demonstrate a confidence to communicate ideas. Excellent use of the English language and writing skills. A drive for continuous improvement. Driven to achieve customer satisfaction. A strategic thinker. An ability to identify and solve problems in a timely manner. A construction background and be able to understand technical / commercial information. Commercial awareness - i.e. understanding programme impacts on cost, risk, and overall project strategy. An ability to communicate effectively with technically oriented people, including the ability to present programme options professionally to clients and internal leadership A willingness to support the team and others - a Team Player with a strong work ethic. The flexibility to meet the challenges of fluctuating workloads and multiple assignments with tight deadlines that may require non-standard work hours from time to time. IT Literacy including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat and InDesign. You will also be able to demonstrate the following key attributes. Desire to understand and promote the Company purpose, vision, values and culture Organised, structured and professional, with a passion for excellence, striving to delivering the best. Flexibility, resilience and the ability to influence and build relationships with key stakeholders. Demonstrating strong ethical standards with openness and honest. Commitment to the provision of excellent customer service, passionate, committed and enthusiastic in all that you do. A self-starter with a can-do attitude and a desire to pick up new challenges. Dedicated to working together to achieve results. What We Can Offer in Return: With an impressive order book of over £4.1 billion we are one of the industry's leading principal contractors, affording you the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most exciting projects offering you stability as well as the chance to stretch your capabilities and realise long held career goals. You will be joining diverse teams working at a high professional level with exceptional levels of commitment. With an ambitious strategy, we're poised for further growth and success, so if you're committed, talented and enthusiastic, Galliford Try is the right place for you. We are committed to maintaining the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people, through our 'Be Well' programme which offers discounts on certain products, advice and support for a range of issues. We invest in high-quality training for employees of all levels, from our leadership development framework to our apprenticeship programmes. Through our Career Paths initiative, individuals receive tailored training and support to fulfil their potential. Our industry is all about creating talented teams that excel in their areas of expertise. As an employer, we know you are most motivated to give your best when you feel valued and engaged. Our Agile Working programme empowers you with flexibility in when, where and how you work. Where appropriate, site and office-based employees can take advantage of a wide variety of working practices, offering different amounts of structure, regularity and flexibility to suit your needs as well as those of your wider team. Our benefits: We put our people first and our benefits package reflects that by offering a comprehensive range of attractive options to help support your career on top of a competitive salary. Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays A wide range of corporate discounts Cycle to Work schemes Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme Private medical scheme options are available for all salaried employees and our employee assistance programme also provides free 24/7 support to those who need it Paid for yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role About us: Galliford Try is one of the UK's leading construction groups with a vision to continuously be a people-orientated, progressive business, driven by our values to deliver lasting change for our stakeholders and the communities we work in. Our purpose is to improve people's lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need, providing opportunities for our people to learn, grow and progress, working with our supply chain to promote the very best working practice and caring for the environment in which we work. We do this by holding true to our values, delivering excellence for our clients and the community, being passionate about our role in providing vital services, putting integrity at the heart of our business by doing the right thing, and collaborating with our clients, supply chain and stakeholders to deliver lasting change and long-term value. For more information on this role or to enquire about other positions available within our Specialist Services business please contact Chloe Phillips on . Additional Information: Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full-time, reduced hours or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process. We encourage, and would be grateful if, you could confirm any requirements we can reasonably fulfil to make this application a positive experience for you. Don't meet every requirement of the role? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Galliford Try, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement of the role, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we have committed to offer an interview to any candidate with a long-term health condition or disability that meet the essential criteria for the advertised position. Please contact the Resourcing Partner listed within the job advert if you believe this applies to you. We will also take the opportunity to discuss any adjustments required for your interview. A full job description for this role is available upon request. Job Info Job Identification 2342 Job Category Business Development Posting Date 09/26/2025, 12:15 PM Job Schedule Full time Job Shift Day Locations 4 Penman Way, Leicester, LE19 1SY, GB GALLIFORD TRY CONSTRUCTION, BIRCHWOOD, WA3 6GA, GB
aA leading insurance and warranty provider are seeking to grow their current team by appointing a Major Projects Surveyor for the London area. The right candidate will come from a Building Control or Clerk of Works background, and can expect a salary of up to £55,000.
Primary function:
To provide site inspection, technical and construction expertise relating to the risk management of large and higher risk construction sites. Assisting the Manager in effective and efficient management of larger, high rise and/or complex projects
Building Control Surveyor responsibilities:
Primarily inspecting HVS, Special Acceptance and 6+ storey projects. In some locations also risk managing the full range of projects being constructed and/or converted, working closely with builders to ensure as far as is reasonably possible the works are in accordance with the Technical Manual and current Regulations
Assist the Manager in ensuring adequate and appropriate levels of inspection are undertaken, providing reporting information and Customer concerns/issues
Reviewing 6+ storey projects in conjunction with the Major Project Management team as well as larger high rise and/or complex category, to achieve above and assisting in the decisions to utilise specialist contractors for particular areas of risk. Undertaking the referral to specialist contractors when agreed necessary and managing the flow of information for 6+ storey developments between parties
Effectively self-manage, by forward planning own workload, to provide a responsive, helpful and professional service whilst maximising time spent on site
Carry out Site Risk Assessments for high rise and/or complex projects, providing appropriate communication both internal and external to ensure appropriate levels of information and risk management are achieved
Ongoing liaison with developers/clients, surveyors and the Manager in providing technical advice and guidance
Ensure inspections create a minimal claims ratio
Carry out Developer assessments during the life of the project Your Building Control Surveyor experience should match the following criteria:
Full member of RICS / CIOB / CABE / ICWCI
Minimum of 5 years relevant experience, plan check and site inspection or equivalent Warranty experience, or a combination of both
Warranty risk experience in high rise, complex structures (over 6 stories)
Relevant Building Control experience, plan check and site inspection and relevant warranty, quality or defect resolution experience. Extensive experience of differing construction methods, as well as experience of defect resolution issues
Must have experience and understanding of high risk areas of construction, such as flat roofs, basements, cladding systems, etc
A good understanding of general insurance principals and terminology desirable
A demonstrable understanding of latent defect risk management and the methods for mitigating claims
Ability to undertake site inspections to assess both quality and the cause/effect of defects in the build process
Commercial awareness and ability to work as part of a team
Ability to create not only good working relationships with other construction professionals but to be able to deal effectively with members of the public
Excellent Customer Services skills and experience of Relationship Management
Full UK Driving Licence In return, the successful Building Control Surveyor will receive a competitive benefits package which includes:
Salary up to £55,000
Mileage allowance
Annual salary reviews
Pension scheme
Bonus scheme
Private Medical Insurance
Professional fees paid
Training and development
We aim to respond to suitable candidates within 5 working days. If you have not heard from us within this time, please feel free to contact us to receive feedback on your application and discuss your requirements.
Professional Technical acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity. If you would like to understand how we may use, process, store and disclose your Personal Information, please read our
Jul 14, 2020
Permanent
aA leading insurance and warranty provider are seeking to grow their current team by appointing a Major Projects Surveyor for the London area. The right candidate will come from a Building Control or Clerk of Works background, and can expect a salary of up to £55,000.
Primary function:
To provide site inspection, technical and construction expertise relating to the risk management of large and higher risk construction sites. Assisting the Manager in effective and efficient management of larger, high rise and/or complex projects
Building Control Surveyor responsibilities:
Primarily inspecting HVS, Special Acceptance and 6+ storey projects. In some locations also risk managing the full range of projects being constructed and/or converted, working closely with builders to ensure as far as is reasonably possible the works are in accordance with the Technical Manual and current Regulations
Assist the Manager in ensuring adequate and appropriate levels of inspection are undertaken, providing reporting information and Customer concerns/issues
Reviewing 6+ storey projects in conjunction with the Major Project Management team as well as larger high rise and/or complex category, to achieve above and assisting in the decisions to utilise specialist contractors for particular areas of risk. Undertaking the referral to specialist contractors when agreed necessary and managing the flow of information for 6+ storey developments between parties
Effectively self-manage, by forward planning own workload, to provide a responsive, helpful and professional service whilst maximising time spent on site
Carry out Site Risk Assessments for high rise and/or complex projects, providing appropriate communication both internal and external to ensure appropriate levels of information and risk management are achieved
Ongoing liaison with developers/clients, surveyors and the Manager in providing technical advice and guidance
Ensure inspections create a minimal claims ratio
Carry out Developer assessments during the life of the project Your Building Control Surveyor experience should match the following criteria:
Full member of RICS / CIOB / CABE / ICWCI
Minimum of 5 years relevant experience, plan check and site inspection or equivalent Warranty experience, or a combination of both
Warranty risk experience in high rise, complex structures (over 6 stories)
Relevant Building Control experience, plan check and site inspection and relevant warranty, quality or defect resolution experience. Extensive experience of differing construction methods, as well as experience of defect resolution issues
Must have experience and understanding of high risk areas of construction, such as flat roofs, basements, cladding systems, etc
A good understanding of general insurance principals and terminology desirable
A demonstrable understanding of latent defect risk management and the methods for mitigating claims
Ability to undertake site inspections to assess both quality and the cause/effect of defects in the build process
Commercial awareness and ability to work as part of a team
Ability to create not only good working relationships with other construction professionals but to be able to deal effectively with members of the public
Excellent Customer Services skills and experience of Relationship Management
Full UK Driving Licence In return, the successful Building Control Surveyor will receive a competitive benefits package which includes:
Salary up to £55,000
Mileage allowance
Annual salary reviews
Pension scheme
Bonus scheme
Private Medical Insurance
Professional fees paid
Training and development
We aim to respond to suitable candidates within 5 working days. If you have not heard from us within this time, please feel free to contact us to receive feedback on your application and discuss your requirements.
Professional Technical acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity. If you would like to understand how we may use, process, store and disclose your Personal Information, please read our
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South Bermondsey, Greater London
Major Projects Surveyor
South East / London
Perm
£45,000-£55,000 + Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits
The Client
My client is an industry leading provider of Structural Insurance warranty provider with an international presence and a respected brand. Due to continued growth they are now looking for a Major Projects Surveyor.
This role would be suitable for:-
An experienced Risk Management Surveyor, Senior Building Surveyor/Inspector in house build within the full lifecycle of the build.
We would love to hear from you if you have experience in Building Surveying/Inspections within structural warranty insurance and are looking to progress to the next level ?
* Have you experience in high rise storey developments and high value projects
* Do you want to work from home?
Job Purpose
To provide technical building and construction expertise expertise in undertaking site inspections to assess and manage the risk associated with high rise and complex construction projects registered,
Assisting the Manager in effective and efficient management of larger, high rise and /or complex projects in a defined geographical area.
Overview of Responsibilities
Duties of the Major Projects Surveyor will include:-
* Primarily inspecting HVS, Special Acceptance and 6+ storey projects (and occasionally other complex schemes). In some locations (dependant upon order numbers), also risk managing the full range of projects being constructed and/or converted, working closely with builders to ensure as far as is reasonably possible the works are in accordance with the Technical Manual and Building Regulations
* Assist the Manager in ensuring adequate and appropriate levels of inspection are undertaken, providing reporting information and Customer concerns/issues.
* Reviewing 6+ storey projects in conjunction with MDWSS Major Project Management team as well as larger high rise and/or complex category, to achieve above and assisting in the decisions to utilise specialist contractors for particular areas of risk. Undertaking the referral to specialist contractors when agreed necessary and managing the flow of information for 6+ storey developments between parties.
* Effectively self manage, by forward planning own workload, to provide a responsive, helpful and professional service whilst maximising time spent on site.
* Recording inspection details on the data base and communicating comments to Customers.
* Carry out Site Risk Assessments for high rise and/or complex projects in conjunction with MDWSS, providing appropriate communication both internal and external to ensure appropriate levels of information and risk management are achieved.
* Ongoing liaison with surveyors on technical matters – must ensure that standards are being maintained and procedures adhered to.
* Ongoing liaison with developers/clients – offer technical advice and guidance.
* Provide advice to the Manager on technical areas so that team members are fully informed when dealing with potential clients.
* Undertake high risk and complex work, with minimum supervision.
* Ensure inspections create a minimal claims ratio.
* Undertake any other duties as reasonably required.
* Carry out Developer assessments during the life of the project
Experience / Skills
* Full member of professional organisations with minimum grades accepted: MRICS / MCIOB / MCABE / MICWCI or similar.
* Relevant BC experience, plan check and site inspection and relevant warranty, quality or defect resolution experience. Extensive experience of differing construction methods, as well as experience of defect resolution issues. The candidate must have experience and understanding of high risk areas of construction, such as flat roofs, basements, cladding systems, etc.
* In depth knowledge and understanding of the Building Regulations, associated legislation and construction standards.
* Requires a good understanding of general insurance principals and terminology desirable.
* A demonstrable understanding of latent defect risk management and the methods for mitigating claims.
* Ability to undertake site inspections to assess both quality and the cause/effect of building defects.
* Commercial awareness and ability to work as part of a team.
* Ability to create not only good working relationships with other construction professionals but to be able to deal effectively with members of the public.
* Excellent Customer Services skills and experience of Relationship Management.
* Flexible in personal approach. Working knowledge of MS Outlook (email), MS Word and MS Excel).
* Full UK Driving Licence.
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We are extremely experienced and knowledgeable about the sectors we recruit into and have several large national (UK) and international clients who repeatedly use our services.
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Jul 14, 2020
Permanent
Major Projects Surveyor
South East / London
Perm
£45,000-£55,000 + Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits
The Client
My client is an industry leading provider of Structural Insurance warranty provider with an international presence and a respected brand. Due to continued growth they are now looking for a Major Projects Surveyor.
This role would be suitable for:-
An experienced Risk Management Surveyor, Senior Building Surveyor/Inspector in house build within the full lifecycle of the build.
We would love to hear from you if you have experience in Building Surveying/Inspections within structural warranty insurance and are looking to progress to the next level ?
* Have you experience in high rise storey developments and high value projects
* Do you want to work from home?
Job Purpose
To provide technical building and construction expertise expertise in undertaking site inspections to assess and manage the risk associated with high rise and complex construction projects registered,
Assisting the Manager in effective and efficient management of larger, high rise and /or complex projects in a defined geographical area.
Overview of Responsibilities
Duties of the Major Projects Surveyor will include:-
* Primarily inspecting HVS, Special Acceptance and 6+ storey projects (and occasionally other complex schemes). In some locations (dependant upon order numbers), also risk managing the full range of projects being constructed and/or converted, working closely with builders to ensure as far as is reasonably possible the works are in accordance with the Technical Manual and Building Regulations
* Assist the Manager in ensuring adequate and appropriate levels of inspection are undertaken, providing reporting information and Customer concerns/issues.
* Reviewing 6+ storey projects in conjunction with MDWSS Major Project Management team as well as larger high rise and/or complex category, to achieve above and assisting in the decisions to utilise specialist contractors for particular areas of risk. Undertaking the referral to specialist contractors when agreed necessary and managing the flow of information for 6+ storey developments between parties.
* Effectively self manage, by forward planning own workload, to provide a responsive, helpful and professional service whilst maximising time spent on site.
* Recording inspection details on the data base and communicating comments to Customers.
* Carry out Site Risk Assessments for high rise and/or complex projects in conjunction with MDWSS, providing appropriate communication both internal and external to ensure appropriate levels of information and risk management are achieved.
* Ongoing liaison with surveyors on technical matters – must ensure that standards are being maintained and procedures adhered to.
* Ongoing liaison with developers/clients – offer technical advice and guidance.
* Provide advice to the Manager on technical areas so that team members are fully informed when dealing with potential clients.
* Undertake high risk and complex work, with minimum supervision.
* Ensure inspections create a minimal claims ratio.
* Undertake any other duties as reasonably required.
* Carry out Developer assessments during the life of the project
Experience / Skills
* Full member of professional organisations with minimum grades accepted: MRICS / MCIOB / MCABE / MICWCI or similar.
* Relevant BC experience, plan check and site inspection and relevant warranty, quality or defect resolution experience. Extensive experience of differing construction methods, as well as experience of defect resolution issues. The candidate must have experience and understanding of high risk areas of construction, such as flat roofs, basements, cladding systems, etc.
* In depth knowledge and understanding of the Building Regulations, associated legislation and construction standards.
* Requires a good understanding of general insurance principals and terminology desirable.
* A demonstrable understanding of latent defect risk management and the methods for mitigating claims.
* Ability to undertake site inspections to assess both quality and the cause/effect of building defects.
* Commercial awareness and ability to work as part of a team.
* Ability to create not only good working relationships with other construction professionals but to be able to deal effectively with members of the public.
* Excellent Customer Services skills and experience of Relationship Management.
* Flexible in personal approach. Working knowledge of MS Outlook (email), MS Word and MS Excel).
* Full UK Driving Licence.
About ATS Recruitment
ATS Recruitment are a specialist agency supplying skilled candidates into the engineering and construction industries on both a permanent and contract basis.
We are extremely experienced and knowledgeable about the sectors we recruit into and have several large national (UK) and international clients who repeatedly use our services.
Please visit our website for our latest roles and news
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