Location: Bristol

Duration: Permanent

Start Date: Asap

Salary: £50K – £60K DOE

MAIN DUTIES:

Building Inspections:

• Conduct detailed inspections of high-rise, educational or healthcare buildings, emphasising identifying and documenting defects and structural issues. 
• Leverage building pathology expertise to identify apparent and potential defects in residential properties. 

Defect Analysis and Remedial Solutions:

• Articulate and explain various types of defects found in a variety of buildings, providing comprehensive reports with clear insights and recommended remedial solutions. 
• Consider the specific challenges of hospitals and schools; knowledge in these areas would be advantageous. 

Communication and Client Interaction:

• Professionally engage with clients, demonstrating clear and articulate communication when explaining complex defects and proposed solutions. 
• Manage relationships with clients, addressing inquiries and ensuring their understanding and satisfaction with the inspection and reporting process. 

Project Management:

• Independently manage the workload to meet fee targets, ensuring timely completion of inspections, reports and any necessary remedial works, mainly for high-rise buildings. 
• Prioritise tasks efficiently, handling multiple projects simultaneously and within a team. 

Technical Competence and Building Pathology:

• Assess the quality and cause/effect of building defects, particularly in domestic structures.
• Utilise knowledge of building pathology to enhance the depth of defect analysis. 
• Familiarity with hospitals and schools in terms of building inspections would be advantageous. 

Procedures and Administration:

• Report writing and Contract Administration for high-rise remediation works. 
• Understand and support the resident liaison process required to complete the work. 
• Develop the ability to take minutes in both internal and external meetings and understand the context of discussion points. 
• Support and understand how different roles within the project team support the delivery of a project. 
• Assist with and understand the tender process and procurement of key consultants and contractors.

Qualification / Cards:

• Bachelor’s degree in Building Surveying or construction-related field.
• Relevant professional qualifications and memberships (e.g. RICS).
• Comprehensive knowledge of Building Regulations and Fire Safety legislation in England.
• Building pathology experience is essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to produce clear and concise reports.

Driving and Mobility:

• Possess a valid UK driving License, as the role may involve frequent travel to various sites for inspections. 

Contact:

For more information or to apply for this vacancy, contact Michaela Francis at 01256 817878 or email: mfrancis@roberthurstltd.co.uk or complete the application form below.