Chartered Building Surveyor Job In London

McBains has an exciting opportunity for an experiencedChartered Building Surveyorto join our vibrant London based Building Surveying team to assist in scaling up our retrofit and ESG offering.

Ideally, the candidate will have a minimum of 2+ years’ experience, be self-motivated and confident in a client facing role - managing multiple projects and clients within the residential and education sectors.

Pre- and post-contract experience is required, as well as knowledge and experience of working with residential developers, local authorities, schools and universities. Some UK travel may be required as part of this role.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to be involved in the mentoring of colleagues, work with graduates and trainees, and contribute to our established APC training programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing the day-to-day progress of building projects to ensure adherence to quality standards and compliance with plans.
• Engaging positively with clients to understand their quality expectations and concerns, and addressing them effectively.
• Developing and executing strategies to ensure building quality meets standards and specifications.
• Establishing efficient processes and systems for quality control throughout project execution.
• Reviewing and surveying existing buildings to identify and address quality issues.
• Producing rental and capital value reports based on building assessments.
• Compiling and disseminating detailed reports on building quality and compliance.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to resolve quality-related issues and implement corrective actions.
• Conducting regular inspections to verify that structures are being built according to plan and regulations.
• Providing expert advice on building quality and compliance matters to clients and project teams.
• Attending and leading meetings to discuss quality-related concerns and progress.

Skills & Requirements

• Contracts administration
• Experience in education/schools building projects, as well as residential projects and buildings
• Qualified retrofit or co-ordinator
• 2+ years of relevant experience in building surveying with a focus on quality assurance.
• Proficient in verbal and written communication, including report writing.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to ensuring building quality.
• Ability to analyze and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with building regulations and industry standards related to quality assurance.
• Experience in reviewing existing buildings and identifying quality issues.
• Capability to produce rental and capital value reports based on building assessments.
• Flexible and capable of adapting to changing project requirements.
• Background in conducting thorough inspections and audits to verify compliance.
• Proficiency in using surveying tools and equipment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to resolve quality-related issues effectively.

Our Culture

Over the course of our 230 year history at McBains, we have developed a clear identity and a shared set of values – values which allow us to work together tofind a better wayof doing things.

Core to our continued success is our unwavering belief in Integrity, which encompasses our approach to corporate behaviour and environmental responsibility; Understanding, which enables us to deliver effectively for clients and each other and Flexibility in recognising that there are no set solutions and we canallcontribute to the whole.

More than just words, we live these values in everything we do - and we offer comprehensive benefits to match:

Integrity: Building a Better World

• Business as a force for good: We are a unique social enterprise, with all our profits contributing directly to environmental and social initiatives.
• Net Zero by 2050: We are committed to net zero and building a sustainable future.
• Charity Community Day: All our colleagues are encouraged to take a day off work once a year to make a meaningful impact in the community.
• ️ Sustainability Panel: McBains employees have the option of joining our sustainability panel to be the voice for change in our sustainability initiatives.
• ️ Give as You Earn: Empowering our team to back charities and causes they believe in.
• Electric Vehicle Scheme – We operate an EV scheme which allows you to be part of the climate change solution, one drive at a time.
• Brewgooder beers: Enjoy beers with a cause at our monthly team drinks – each sip helps to fund clean water projects!

Understanding: Your Success is Our Success

• Annual Performance Development Reviews: We're as invested in your career growth and success as you are with annual reviews to reward and refocus.
• Employee Assistance Program: Anonymous on demand support for mental health, advice and coaching needs
• "The Better Way" Award & Recognition: Our monthly award to recognise the person who exemplifies our values of Integrity, Understanding and Flexibility.
• £100 Voucher for Monthly Award Winners: We celebrate your achievements, big and small!
• DEI Champion: McBains will always lead from the front in fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
• Team Social Events: Regular team events to foster meaningful connections with your colleagues – it’s not all about work!
• Team Sports: Teamwork makes the dream work, on and off the field.
• Employee Referral Scheme: Earn up to £5000 per referral by helping us build a team as exceptional as you are!
• Glassdoor 4.3 /5 Score: Don’t just take our word for it- hear from our team about why this is such a great place to work.
• Professional Fees Paid: We understand you’re ambitious and we want to support your continuous learning and development.
• Private Healthcare via BUPA: Our colleagues’ health and well-being are our top priorities.
• Private Dental: We care about your smile as much as you do!
• Eyecare: See the world more clearly and focus on what matters, thanks to our eyecare coverage.
• ️ Travel Insurance: We understand your safety and security are important, wherever you are.

Flexibility: Finding the better way.

• Growing Company with Opportunities for Career Progression: Your potential is limitless here!
• Competitive Compensation Package: A comprehensive package that rewards your skills, experience, and dedication.
• Hybrid Work Approach: Work-life balance tailored to your lifestyle.
• Learning Management System: Never stop learning, growing, and improving thanks to our amazing LMS team.
• 25 Days Holiday Allowance: Take the time you need to recharge and rejuvenate.
• ️ Buy/Sell AL: Flexible holiday so you can balance work and life your way.
• Bike to Work Scheme: A healthier, greener way to start your day!
• Pension Contribution : Flexible options to help secure your long-term financial well-being.
• Life Assurance: Providing peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
• Interest-Free Season Ticket Loan: Making your daily commute a little easier.
• Training & Development Scheme: Begin your career journey with a team that invests in you!

Are you ready? Come and grow with us!

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