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Building Surveyor (Property Adaptations)

London Permanent View Job Description
This role involves providing consultancy and project management support to clients with mobility needs, helping adapt their properties for better accessibility and independent living. The ideal candidate will have experience in building surveying, construction, or project management, along with strong empathy and communication skills to guide clients through complex personal and legal circumstances.Candidate location can be flexible, anywhere between London, Cambridge & Bristol.
  • Meaningful and Rewarding Work
  • Excellent flexibility and competitive package

About Our Client

The client is a well-established national law firm with a strong local presence, known for its expertise in legal and financial matters - they specialise in Court of Protection cases.

Job Description

  • Support Clients with Mobility Needs - Assist clients who require additional mobility support, ensuring their living environments are tailored to enhance their independence.
  • Property Adaptation Schemes - Undertake and manage adaptation projects to improve the use of the client's property, ensuring it meets their specific requirements.
  • Client Relationship Management - Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients and their families, offering guidance and support throughout the process.
  • Client Representation - Act as the client's representative during projects, ensuring their needs and interests are prioritized and well communicated.
  • Consultancy Role - Primarily provide expert consultancy services with occasional involvement in project management as needed.
  • Work on Site Visits - Spend significant time conducting site visits to assess and monitor the progress of ongoing adaptation projects.

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate will ideally hold a professional construction-related membership (such as RICS or CIOB) and have experience in adapting residential properties for wheelchair users, as well as expertise in building surveying, construction, or project management.

They will possess a construction-related qualification or degree, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines. Additionally, the candidate should demonstrate empathy and compassion, as the role requires guiding clients through challenging personal circumstances with care and support.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive base salary + perks
  • Generous Holiday Allowance - 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 35 extra hours of holiday.
  • Flexible Pension Schemes - A flexible and competitive pension plan to support long-term financial security.
  • Paid Volunteering Days - Two fully paid days off each year for volunteering at a cause of the candidate's choice.
  • Health and Wellbeing Support - Access to Westfield Health membership, medical service refunds, and Aviva Digital GP services, alongside a range of well-being initiatives.
  • Flexible Working Options - The opportunity to work in a hybrid manner, offering flexibility based on role, team, and client requirements.
  • Commitment to Social Responsibility - Participation in a company culture focused on diversity, inclusion, and environmental responsibility, along with the opportunity to be part of the firm's pro bono and community investment activities.



Contact
Sebastian Andreasen
Quote job ref
JN-032025-6685819
Phone number
+44 207 269 6249

Job summary

Job function
Property
Subsector
Property / Building Surveyor
Sector
Property
Location
London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Sebastian Andreasen
Consultant phone
+44 207 269 6249
Job reference
JN-032025-6685819