Associate Director - Building Surveying

Job Title: Associate Director, Building SurveyingReporting to: DirectorHours: 40 hours per weekLocation: Wakefield - with occasional UK wide travel

Salary: Circa £65,000 - based on experience and open to negotiation

Role Overview:As Associate Director, you will lead building surveying and project management services, using your expertise to guide clients on technical, commercial, and regulatory property issues. You’ll manage building surveys, advise on repair works, oversee projects from design to completion, and ensure client satisfaction. A key part of your role will be mentoring your team, maintaining high-quality standards, and delivering projects on time and within budget. You'll also be involved in developing business opportunities and upholding sustainability principles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Building Surveying: Conduct surveys, identify defects, and provide solutions on property-related issues including repairs, dilapidations, building regulations, and environmental matters.
• Project Management: Develop project briefs, oversee budgets and cost plans, manage tender processes, and ensure projects are delivered on time, maintaining quality and regulatory compliance.
• Client Interaction: Regularly engage with clients to understand their needs, provide updates, and ensure projects align with their objectives. Maintain and build strong client relationships.
• Team Leadership: Manage a team of surveyors, ensuring they are responsive, meet deadlines, and deliver quality work. Provide guidance to junior staff, promote professional development, and ensure team adherence to company values.
• Quality Control: Ensure all documentation, from technical reports to project briefs, meets the highest standards of accuracy and professionalism.
• Sustainability & ESG: Promote sustainability in projects, advise clients on integrating eco-friendly solutions, and contribute to the company’s environmental and social responsibility efforts.
• Financial Management: Handle billing, invoicing, and tracking project costs, ensuring all financial aspects are managed efficiently and accurately.
• Health & Safety: Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations on all sites, conducting risk assessments and promoting a safe working environment for staff, contractors, and clients.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree in construction or a related field (minimum 2:1).
• MRICS qualification or substantial relevant experience.
• Proven experience managing refurbishment projects exceeding £1m.
• Line management experience and the ability to lead teams effectively.
• Expertise in both technical building surveying and project management.

Skills & Attributes:

• Client Focused: Strong communication and negotiation skills with a client-driven approach.
• Leadership: Capable of managing teams, mentoring junior staff, and driving team performance.
• Professionalism: Well-presented, reliable, and committed to delivering high-quality work.
• Time Management: Ability to manage multiple projects, meet tight deadlines, and prioritize workloads independently.
• Sustainability: Knowledge of integrating sustainability and environmental considerations into construction projects.
• Collaboration: Team player with strong interpersonal skills, able to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues.

Other:

• Commitment to continued professional development and delivering best-in-class consultancy services.
• Strong alignment with company core values of integrity, professionalism, and innovation.
• Occasional attendance at company events and networking activities required.