The Opportunity

We are seeking a well rounded, forward thinking Building Surveyor to join our multi-disciplinary practice offering a range of commercial and residential services including traditional building surveying and project management services. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality services and are committed to providing our clients with the best experience and our employees with exciting opportunities. This position offers flexible working and an attractive package.

The successful candidate will have previous experience within a similar role and a strong background of surveying experience. This represents a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and driven individual who wants to find a permanent position that will offer them longevity and career progression.

The role

The role is mainly office based with the following primary responsibilities:

Undertaking residential Homebuyers inspections and preparing reports

Preparing specifications and schedules of work

Responsibility of undertaking tender stage and reporting

Running refurbishment and redevelopment projects in the capacity as Contract Administrator;

Undertaking building pathology inspections and reports;

Undertaking inspections for licences for alterations and reporting thereon;

Undertaking inspections and preparing planned maintenance reports and capital expenditure plans;

Undertaking inspections and preparing schedules of condition

Accepting appointments under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 and resolving disputes between owners or their appointed surveyors;

Inspecting and preparing schedules of dilapidations (mainly acting on behalf of Landlords) and agreeing settlement of

claims;

Prepare comprehensive survey reports, providing expert advice on the condition, value, and maintenance of properties.

Offer professional guidance on building defects, potential issues, and appropriate repair or maintenance solutions.

The ideal candidate will:

· Proven experience as a Building Surveyor, ideally with extensive knowledge of properties in London and the surrounding home county’s

· Chartered status MRICS (would consider AssocRICS with relevant experience).

· Ability to work independently or as part of a team

· Strong knowledge of building construction, property laws, and regulations.

· Collaborate with engineers, architects, and construction teams to ensure accurate surveying for projects.

· Excellent report-writing skills with a keen eye for detail.

· Strong analytical skills to interpret survey data and create accurate reports.

· Effective communication and client-facing skills.

· Must have thorough working knowledge of computer systems including MS Word, Excel, Outlook

· Would be desirable to have working knowledge of AutoCAD;

· Able to travel around London and the home counties with some national travel occasionally required for certain instructions.

· A valid UK driving license.

Benefits

· Competitive salary

· Car allowance

· Private health

· Pension

· Ongoing professional development and training

· Yearly Bonus

· Career progression

· Hybrid working

· Wellbeing program

· Gym membership

Our company

Nicholas & Co, is a Hertfordshire based independent surveying practice, specialising in residential, commercial, and building surveying, alongside asset management, property management, building consultancy and project management.

At the core of our company, our aim is to deliver cost-effective, high-quality, advice, providing our clients with clear concise and informative reports so that they can make the best decisions. We help our clients to reduce risks and make well informed investment and business decisions by providing clear, transparent, objective and globally accepted reports delivered on time and tailored to each client’s specific needs and requirements.

If you are a motivated and skilled Building Surveyor looking to take your career to the next level and be part of a dedicated team, we encourage you to apply and help us deliver exceptional property services in Hertfordshire, UK.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £40,000.00-£60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company car

Company events

Company pension

Gym membership

Health & wellbeing programme

Paid volunteer time

Private dental insurance

Private medical insurance

Referral programme

Work from home

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

Bonus scheme

Education:

Bachelor's (required)

Ability to Commute:

Hertford (required)

Ability to Relocate:

Hertford: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person