Are you a Building Surveyor with 3+ years experience working with project management / cost consultancies?

This a permanent staff role with great career prospects and a supported route to chartership with a leading consultancy based in North Cork

Building Surveyor - Consultancy - Cork

Job Description

Our Client is an engineering and project management consultancy with offices based in North Cork

They are seeking an experienced Building Surveyor who will work alongside Senior Building Surveyors to fulfil surveys/inspections for 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.

Ability to review technical information i.e., technical datasheets, drawings, specifications, conditions, consultations etc, in order to determine remedial solutions to live problems.

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.

Job Requirements

Third level qualification - Building Surveyor, Structural / Civil Engineer, or Architect

3+ years of relevant experience

Full drivers license 

Excellent communication skills – written, questioning, listening and verbal.

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)

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 

Package

Salary €40k- €50k with company van and fuel card

Permanent staff role with a supported route to chartership

Professional membership fees paid by the company yearly.

Monthly CPD carried out in house.

Pension contributions after time served.

Out of office lunch allowance when visiting sites.

Bike to Work Scheme if applicable.

Laptop/Phone.

4PM finish on Fridays.

Hybrid working after time served from probation period.

Contact

Andrew Taylor is the consultant managing this position.

If you are a Building Surveyor interested in roles based in Cork, you can contact Andrew by e-mail at andrew@jobcontax.com or phone 017978720 for a confidential chat.

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With over 50 years of technical recruitment experience, JobContax is the leading recruiter of Building Surveyors in Cork and Ireland.

Due to the large volume of applications, JobContax may not be able to respond to every individual.