Associate / Senior Surveyor - Land and Development

Full time Cambridge. Want to be part of a leading UK property consultancy and B-Corp at the forefront of some of the most dynamic real estate markets in the UK? Do you want to join a sociable team within a highly reputable firm going through an incredible period of growth where you can make a real difference? This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, personable Associate or Senior Surveyor to become an integral part of the Land and Development Team at Bidwells in Cambridge, who provide a comprehensive consultancy, buying and selling service for landowners and developers across the Eastern Region and beyond. This role will help drive the growth and success of the team, the office, and the business, whilst delivering a 1st class service to clients.

What you’ll be doing:

• Be a trusted advisor and primary contact for clients, developing strong relationships and engagement, and understanding their requirements and adapting with their changing needs.
• Run projects autonomously utilising team resources appropriately as well as support on other projects. Projects can include strategic land agreements, immediate land sales, strategic land consultancy and multidisciplined projected incorporating rural, capital markets, planning, and new homes.
• Provide clients and the head of team with regular updates and share useful insights.
• Create and implement business development initiatives, such as attending/hosting/speaking/networking at events, directing targeting, network management, site searching, speculative portfolio reviews, building relationships with other agents.
• Identifying and establishing new opportunities with both new and existing clients and cross selling other Bidwells services.
• Contribute editorial/original content on development issues for publications, social media, press, and working with the marketing and wider teams to increase exposure as well as help improve other marketing activities and collateral.
• Be a mentor for all team members and provide guidance and assistance, support training, as well as coach graduates.
• Help identify team resource issues and opportunities, and support team growth where required.
• Maintain standards, processes and legal compliance and help drive improvements and efficiencies.

About you:

• Ideally MRICS qualified.
• Previous experience working in a development consultancy role is desirable or having experience of working for house builders and/or promoters would be useful.
• Solid knowledge of the house building process, and any working knowledge of the Planning system would be beneficial.
• Proven track record in winning and retaining business/clients with strong networking and negotiation skills.
• Strong business management and commercial acumen in particular relating to fee income and profit.
• A proven team player, with any experience of leadership and line management being an advantage.
• Strong relationship management, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage resources and prioritise projects on a day-to-day basis.
• Knowledge of the Eastern Region would be a bonus.

Why Bidwells?

• We’re a different kind of business. Whilst we’re a major player in the property sector, Bidwells remains a privately-owned, independent Partnership, with an inclusive, entrepreneurial culture. We give our people autonomy and take the time to listen.
• As a certified B Corporation (B-Corp), we are dedicated to using our business as a force for good, driving innovation, and creating long-term value for our clients, communities, and the environment.

What's in it for you:

• Competitive Salary: We recognise and reward talent with generous salary and group bonus scheme. As a Real Living Wage employer, we’re committed to fair pay that reflects the true cost of living.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Including up to 8% matched pension, 28 days holiday (+ bank holidays) as a minimum, along with your birthday off work, a wellness day, paid sabbaticals, private medical cover, medicash plan, lifestyle discounts and perks, and more.
• Professional Development: Continuous learning, study support and promotion opportunities.
• Innovative Culture: Be part of a forward-thinking team at the forefront of industry trends.
• Family Friendly: We offer enhanced family leave policies to support individuals close to you.
• Work-Life Balance: We value your well-being and offer agile working to support it.

Bidwells is dedicated to fostering a truly inclusive culture of belonging, where everyone can thrive and succeed as their true and authentic selves at every level. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and positively encourage applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief. Flexible working requests are considered from day one.