Building Surveyor

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Bennett & Game have the pleasure of representing a private practice, based in Glasgow, who are seeking a Building Surveyor to join their team. This growing consultancy specialises in traditional Building Surveying professional services, delivering projects and services across a broad range of sectors, including commercial, historic buildings, and insurance-related works. Their projects range in size up to £10M, offering diverse and rewarding opportunities.

The Building Surveyor will be involved in core duties such as dilapidations surveys, schedules of condition, building surveys, defect analysis reporting, and maintenance planning. Additionally, the role includes managing larger, more complex projects and coordinating in-house multidisciplinary teams. Knowledge of building reinstatement works, particularly within the insurance market, is beneficial but not essential.

This role is open to both Chartered and non-Chartered Surveyors, with opportunities for mentorship and professional development to achieve Chartered status.

Building Surveyor Salary & Benefits

Salary: £30k - £50k (dependent on experience)
Performance-related bonus
APC support if needed - track history of this.
Enhanced contributory pension scheme
Flexible working options (home/office-based)
Enhanced family leave
Electric car scheme and voluntary benefits
Birthday holiday
Share purchase scheme with interest-free loans
Career progression opportunities

Building Surveyor Job Overview

1. Carrying out professional services, including dilapidations, defect analysis, and building surveys
2. Managing and delivering larger, complex projects up to £10M
3. Coordinating in-house multidisciplinary teams on larger projects
4. Preparing descriptions of works, tender documents, and contract administration
5. Providing specialist consultancy services to the insurance market, including reinstatement works

Building Surveyor Job Requirements

1. Degree in Building Surveying or a related discipline
2. Experience in professional Building Surveying services and managing projects
3. Strong communication and negotiation skills, with a focus on client service
4. High level of IT literacy and technical proficiency
5. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, delivering work to high standards and tight deadlines
6. MRICS preferred but not essential
7. Experience or knowledge of the insurance sector is advantageous but not essential

Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.