RCA Team Leader in Hounslow

Location: Field based – Surrey, West Sussex, South West London

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Main Purpose of the Job

To support the management of sub-teams within the wider RCA environment, ensuring high standards of quality are maintained.

Position in Organisation

This role reports to the Head of RCA.

Main Responsibilities

• Conduct Reinstatement Cost Assessments (RCAs) in accordance with RICS guidelines.
• Write, cost and sign off RCA reports from online and site gathered property data that contribute to the success of the team.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to the team on some of the more complex buildings within the client’s portfolio.
• Quality assurance and peer reviews of RCA reports via thorough checking prior to issue, taking responsibility for updating schedules and costings, using SPONS data and applying existing building knowledge.
• Impart technical knowledge and experience across the team, that positively benefits our clients and customers alike.
• Undertake CPD in accordance with the requirements of your professional body, including receiving and delivering CPD within the surveying team.
• Identify potential business opportunities outside of core client and assist the Head of RCA in obtaining new business with external clients and the wider Surveying business.
• Link with the business process team to ensure good communications between the administrative RCA process and the surveying team.
• Carry out any other duties in relation to the efficient operation of the team and assist the Head of RCA as required.

Areas of Responsibility / Accountability

• Responsible for line managing a regional team, the quality and volume of their work, as well as their development and welfare.
• Accountable to the Head of RCA.
• Responsible and accountable for all RCA reports issued from your team.
• Responsible for setting the high standards of work that we expect in accordance with RICS requirements.
• Accountable for achieving pre-set revenue and productivity targets for yourself and your team.

Key Interfaces

• Clients
• Head of RCA and Director of Group Surveying
• Internal Business Process Team

Qualifications and Experience

• MRICS qualified.
• Demonstrable experience in RCAs, building surveying or cost assessment.
• Substantial technical surveying experience in the Property Management environment with a wide range of building types.
• Sound commercial understanding of surveying ‘practice’ and ability to clearly articulate commercial performance with senior managers.
• Experience and willingness to build relationships with the team to identify and drive improvement opportunities.
• An in-depth understanding of the H&S issues and regulations that apply to surveying, client management, and project delivery.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels within the business.

Technical Skills

• RCA writing, costing and programme management and delivery skills.
• Highly competent in the use of SPONS and Excel.
• Understanding of building structure and materials.

What We Offer

We provide the tools, training, and support you need to thrive, alongside a competitive salary and a great range of benefits.

Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and recruit based on merit. We welcome applications from everyone, including those interested in job share opportunities. As an inclusive employer, we provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates. If you have any accessibility requirements or need adjustments at any stage of the recruitment and selection process, we are happy to support you.

All roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS check.