Associate Building Surveyor (Glasgow or Edinburgh)

Company Description

Egis is a leading global architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services firm. We create and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings that both respond to the climate emergency and contribute to more balanced, sustainable and resilient development. Our 22,000 employees operate across over 100 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting-edge innovations and solutions for clients. Through the wide range of our activities, we are central to the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.

Our award-winning Buildings Advisory unit at Egis UK (previously Thomas & Adamson International Ltd) specialise in project management, cost management, building surveying and construction safety services. On recently joining the Egis Group, T&A had been supporting and leading organisations through the challenges of procuring, delivering and operating their built assets across the UK for over 90 years. The personalised nature of their expertise and advice gives our clients what they really want - greater confidence, more time and increased return on investment.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a Associate level Building Surveyor to join our team in Glasgow or Edinburgh. 

Job Description

About the Role:

You will join our existing team of Building Surveyors and be provided with opportunities to work on projects in both the public and private sectors. You will have a blend of survey (condition survey, PPM, pre-acquisition) and contract administration experience. A strong understanding of construction technology is required and experience in undertaking quality monitoring of construction works would be preferable. The Associate Building Surveyor (ABS) will be responsible for the following:

1) Project work

· Act as the interface for projects between the client, other designers and the contractor to support the successful conclusion of project work.

· Inspect existing properties and develop scope, budget costs and programmes for implementation of proposed project work.

· Liaise regularly with the client to understand fully their requirements and the underlying project drivers; keep them regularly appraised of project activities.

· Provide guidance on the most effective procurement approach to achieve project deliverables.

· Management of appropriate design, programme and cost information as the project developed to support decision making by the client.

· Ensure appropriate communication channels are in place to support effective project delivery.

· Develop tender documentation and specifications using NBS.

· Manage and co-ordinate the tender process, analyse tender returns and prepare tender reports including recommendations for contractor appointment.

· Chair and minute project meetings; act as Contract Administrator and process all required project notices and correspondence.

· Monitor the quality of works on site and ensure fully compliance by the contractor with the terms of the contract and related drawings and specification.

· Ensure others meet their obligations/responsibilities under their appointments and appropriate H&S legislation.

· At all times to act on behalf of Egis in a professional manner and ensure the company values are maintained and promoted.

2) Survey work

· Undertake various types of survey work, including: dilapidation, PPM, condition, schedule of condition, pre-acquisition.

· Provide clear and concise reports and advise the client throughout the process to achieve their aims, all within the legal constraints applicable to the survey task.

· Coordinate and prepare reports for the projects you are responsible for.

· Provide cost advice to clients when needed for both project work and within relevant reports.

3) General duties

· Overseeing/reviewing/approving the work of sub-consultants or junior members of staff in a positive and constructive manner, as may be required for the delivery of project appointments.

· Generally representing Egis in a professionally competent and positive manner, ensuring service quality and integrity is maintained to the highest possible standards.

· Reporting to the client and other stakeholders in line with the client’s requirement with company standards.

4) Delivering great client experience

The ABS will build strong, professional relationships with clients, consultants and contractors, based on mutual respect, trust and integrity. In this context, the role will involve:

· Representing Egis at project meetings with clients, designers and contractors to provide advice on all aspects of project assignments and following up on actions assigned to T&A at all such meetings.

· Communicating clearly, concisely and coherently with the client and other consultants regarding information required for the purpose of performing our services.

Qualifications

• You are a Chartered Building Surveyor (or close to completing your APC)
• Able to demonstrate awareness of current legislation relating to Health & Safety and Building Regulations
• Able to demonstrate Contract Administration and Project Management skills across a range of projects and successful delivery of them.
• Required to demonstrate an involvement and awareness of Dilapidations, Due Diligence Survey Work, Schedules of Condition and Planned Maintenance Inspections.
• Have an interest in construction technology and the interplay between the construction process and building defects.
• Be proficient in the use of CAD with a working knowledge of building standards and related processes.
• Able to demonstrate your involvement with several clients and that you have been able to establish good working relationships with them.
• Good understand of monthly fees and pipeline.
• Able to prioritise and co-ordinate tasks efficiently ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Accurate and excellent attention to detail.
• Pro-active and enjoys working autonomously and as part of a wider team.
• Confident and assertive where required.
• Flexible approach to work.
• Good role model for junior members of the team.
• Understands and appreciates the importance of using discretion.
• A team player who deals effectively with colleagues and clients.

Additional Information

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion:

At Egis, we are an Equal Opportunities employer and we recognise the value of a diverse organisation. Egis appreciates all job applications. If you decide to apply for an opportunity at Egis, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and everyone’s contribution as this builds our culture and means, if you work for Egis, you will be included, listened to and respected.