Building Surveyor

Building Surveyor

Due to high demand, a vacancy has arisen for a full-time Building Surveyor to join our team who provide a full range of Engineering, Due Diligence, Building surveying, Quantity surveying, Project management and Advisory services to a range of public and private sector clients

The role advertised will involve working alongside our Senior Building Surveyors to fulfil surveys/inspections for our residential and commercial Clients throughout Ireland.

The successful applicant must have excellent communication skills (written, questioning, listening and verbal), strong IT skills and an ability to assess, prioritise and manage risk. This role will predominately involve producing detailed reports. Specifically, collating relevant information and ensuring that the highest standards and best building practices are maintained for each project. The successful candidate must also have relevant experience in problem-solving and a strong sense of ownership and responsibility for their workload and commitment to collaborative working.

Main Duties:

• Ability to review technical information i.e., technical datasheets, drawings, specifications, conditions, consultations etc, in order to determine remedial solutions to live problems.
• You should have solid experience in residential and commercial construction and possess a broad working knowledge of the Building, Fire and Housing Regulations to include but not be limited to design, workmanship, specifications, and materials.
• An understanding of the planning development Act.
• Undertake site visits across Ireland.
• Sites attendance to aid in surveys.
• Deliver a range of reports, to a high standard; using initiative and a proactive approach to ensure Client deadlines and objectives are met, taking pride and ownership in the quality of work delivered.
• Assist Staff, Managing and Associate Directors when required.
• Assessing defects and compiling expert reports for Clients.
• Regularly reviewing the status of tasks, chasing outstanding information.
• Be aware of the requirements of the company and our Clients to escalate matters where necessary.
• Handling inbound/outbound calls, emails and general technical enquiries from Client’s and other professional advisors.
• Ensure accurate records are maintained on the company systems in accordance with defined procedures.

Personal Attributes/Candidate Specification:

• Excellent communication skills – written, questioning, listening and verbal.
• Sound ICT Skills, with a high level of proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of construction methods, materials and technology.
• Knowledge of Construction and Health and Safety legislation.
• Understanding of best practice construction methodologies.
• Effective decision making and problem-solving skills. Make sound and timely decisions using technical knowledge and personal experience.
• A self-starter, highly organised, and an efficient team player, capable of planning and executing own workload and operating effectively without close supervision.
• Confident and articulate in order to demonstrate the ability to work in a collaborative environment, be a Client-facing professional, and have the ability and skills to develop and nurture long-term Client relationships.
• Develop strong working relationships with Client personnel, internal and external stakeholder (including contractors, engineers, architects, project managers, occupiers etc), holding professional conversations, managing expectations and discussing feedback to improve the level of service provided.
• Good organisation skills; ability to manage multiple tasks and willingness to ask for help when needed, as well as supporting other members of the team i.e., engendering a positive attitude within the workplace.

Key Requirements:

• A full driving licence.
• A minimum of three years’ experience in a similar role.
• A relevant Degree in Building Surveying, Property, or a Construction related discipline. Candidates without this level of education may be considered if they can demonstrate suitable work experience and can demonstrate capability as deemed appropriate by Management.