Valuation Surveyor

Position Overview
We are a recognised and respected professional services firm, providing high-quality, intelligent advice to insurers, risk managers and intermediaries on reinstatement costs of buildings, structures, plant, equipment and contents.
Our mission is to help clients better understand and manage their assets so they can make informed decisions that reduce risk and improve business outcomes. We aim to be the most trusted valuation firm advising on reinstatement costs for insurance purposes.
Established in 1992, we remain a privately owned practice regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
We are growing our team and seeking an experienced valuer or cost engineer to provide plant and equipment assessments for clients across a wide range of sectors. This is a varied role offering constant exposure to different assets and industries, including food manufacturing, vehicle manufacturing, oil and gas plants, sports and leisure facilities, pharmaceutical plants, power plants, renewable energy, offices, and hotels.
We are a welcoming, dynamic and hard-working team, looking for friendly, tech-savvy people with a keen eye for detail and a drive to refine processes and improve client outcomes.
The role involves regular UK travel, with the opportunity to work internationally. Both will require occasional overnight stays and, at times, weekend travel.
About You
You are a plant and equipment valuer, loss adjuster or cost engineer, ideally with professional qualifications and at least five years' post-qualification experience.
Recent experience assessing plant, equipment and contents for reinstatement cost or insurance purposes is preferred, though candidates from other backgrounds with direct experience estimating costs for large or complex projects will also be considered.
You bring a positive, motivated attitude and enjoy new challenges, creative problem-solving, travel, and building relationships that help a business grow. You are organised, focused, work at a fast pace, and are comfortable engaging with people at all levels. You understand the value of data and are committed to using it to improve service, responsiveness and quality.
Key Responsibilities
●    Undertake on-site reinstatement cost assessments independently or as part of a team, across a wide range of asset types and industries
●    Create inventories of key assets
●    Research industries and current replacement costs
●    Produce bespoke reports to a professional standard
●    Provide technical insights to clients
●    Contribute to the development of industry-leading client solutions
Knowledge and Skills
●    Methodical, with an inquisitive mindset and strong attention to detail
●    Expert-level Microsoft Office 365 skills
●    Able to prioritise workload to deliver reports efficiently and effectively
●    Excellent presentation and customer management skills
●    Able to clearly articulate reasoning and convey expertise
●    Skilled at building trusted client relationships and fostering collaborative teamwork
●    A committed, continuous learner
●    Full UK driving licence
The Package
We offer a competitive salary and an extensive benefits package, including:
●    25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, and an additional birthday holiday
●    Private healthcare and an additional medical cashback plan
●    Pension contribution
●    Annual performance-related bonus
●    Car allowance
Our Culture
Our success is built on the contributions of highly skilled, enthusiastic employees who work every day to keep us at the forefront of the insurance valuation profession. We look to hire great people and encourage them to bring their best.
We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of background, beliefs or culture.
The role can be based at our London or Manchester offices, or from home. Trust is central to what we offer clients, and we extend that same trust to our team to manage their own time and workload effectively.
We are a privately owned business — large enough to offer genuine opportunities for personal growth, yet small enough that every individual can see and influence their impact on our success. We are committed to continuous improvement and provide access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities.
Role Summary
Job Type: Full-time
Work Authorisation: United Kingdom (required)
Willingness to Travel: 50% (required)
Work Location: On the road