Chartered Building Surveyor

The Role: I am recruiting a Chartered Building Surveyor (Senior Building Surveyor) on behalf of Easton Bevins, a progressive and ambitious Property Consultancy. Easton Bevins has been established in Bristol for nearly 40 years, and their on-going success and reputation for technical and service excellence has resulted in the opening of offices in London, Cardiff, Birmingham and Manchester. Working in the North Bristol office (BS32), alongside a team of 10 Surveyors, the Senior Building Surveyor will have the opportunity to mentor less experienced team members (Graduates/ Interns), working for a wide variety of clients, assessing and providing technical advice on a diverse range of interesting projects (commercial, retail, high-rise developments, high-end residential, design specifications, refurbishments, fire remediation, cladding replacements, dilapidations, party wall and roofing projects etc.). There will also be the opportunity to get involved in Expert Witness work. 

Easton Bevins are not a ‘tick-box’ firm, their work requires independent thought and critical thinking, and the successful Senior Building Surveyor will enjoy the responsibility and autonomy to make a marked contribution to an expanding business, where your contribution is recognised and valued and where your career will progress accordingly.

The Person:  The successful Chartered Building Surveyor (Senior Building Surveyor) will have experience of working on a range building surveying projects and will have an aptitude for mentoring less experienced team members. They will be Chartered, ideally with 2+ years post APC experience. We will also consider candidates who are recently Chartered and demonstrate the right attributes for development, or candidates who are more experienced, with over 2 years’ APC experience and who have the client connections required to generate additional business. The salary offered and the benefits package will be highly competitive and will reflect your level of experience.

Salary and Benefits. Basic salary up to £65,000 (dependent on experience) + uncapped bonus (25% of all fees above 2.75 salary target) + additional discretionary bonus + continued professional development and professional memberships + NHS cash-plan + private healthcare scheme + company pension + 23-26 days holiday + bank holidays + company events. We are happy to facilitate flexible working hours, but as you will be mentoring less experienced team members you will mainly work from the office or on-site, so you should live within a commuting distance of North Bristol (BS32).

The Company:  Easton Bevins are a multidisciplinary property consultancy who provide a wide range of services to meet their clients’ many and varied requirements. Their expert advice relating to land and property helps reduce the risks associated with the acquisition, occupation and disposal of buildings. Established in 1989, they are known for their honest approach, clear, concise advice and high standards of professional support. They provide advice and support throughout the entire property lifecycle. A member of RICS, their vast experience in all areas of the property and construction industry ensures that their service is second to none.

Chartered Building Surveyor (Senior Building Surveyor), Skills and Experience:

• Ideally Chartered with 2+ years post APC experience (MRICs or MCIOB, MEWI, MFPWS and/or MIfirE) or equivalent. We will also consider candidates who are recently Chartered or candidates with more experience and a higher level of seniority.
• Project Management skills with experience of working on a range building surveying projects.
• A good understanding of construction technology, construction contracts and legislation
• A strong relationship builder, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients and a commitment to providing a service that is second to none.
• A methodical completer/finisher, with great attention to detail, a creative approach to problem solving and the ability to work calmly under pressure.
• An aptitude for mentoring and sharing their knowledge with less experienced team members (Graduates/Interns)
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills, numerically adept and analytical.
• A collaborative team player, with the ability to work proactively and independently.
• Resilient, dependable and determined.
• A full UK Driving License.

Dawn O’Shea is recruiting the Chartered Building Surveyor (Senior Building Surveyor) directly on behalf of Easton Bevins so NO AGENCIES PLEASE. If you are successful in being shortlisted, you will be contacted within 14 days to discuss the role and your requirements in more detail.