RCA Team Leader in Guildford

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

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday

At Innovus we are committed to delivering market leading solutions and professional services; and as an RCA Team Leader you will be contributing to our vision to be recognised as the market leading provider of services to the UK's property sector. We are proud to employ highly skilled, experienced and innovative people who deliver business expertise and service across the property industry.

Main Purpose of the Job

As the RCA Team Leader, you will be supporting the management of sub-teams within the wider RCA environment, ensuring high standards of quality are maintained.

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, and 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.
• Undertaking CPD in accordance with the requirements of your professional body, including receiving and delivering CPD within the surveying team.
• Identifying potential business opportunities outside of core client and assisting the Head of RCA in obtaining new business with external clients and the wider Surveying business.
• Linking with the business process team to ensure good communications between the administrative RCA process and the surveying team.
• Carrying 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 in your team 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.

Working at Innovus

At Innovus, we recognise that people come to work to do a great job, and we actively support this through our internal employee reward platform and a culture that celebrates contribution. We're passionate about helping our people grow and progress, and we encourage ongoing personal and professional development. We also understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance, offering flexibility where possible depending on role requirements.

Everything we do is guided by our core values: Trust, Respect, Integrity, Innovation, and Delivery.

What We Offer

At Innovus, we believe our people deserve the best, just like our customers. That's why we provide the tools, training, and support you need to thrive, alongside a competitive salary and a great range of benefits. We're committed to creating a supportive, inclusive workplace where everyone can succeed.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Innovus, we're 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, please contact our team, we are happy to support you.

Ready to apply

Click the 'Apply' button below to begin your application. You'll be asked to upload your CV and answer a few short questions. As part of the process, you may also be invited to complete online verbal and numerical reasoning tests.

Please note that, due to the nature of our sector, all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. If you meet the criteria for the role, we'll be in touch to arrange a brief telephone interview. Shortlisted candidates will then be invited to a first-stage interview with the hiring manager and a member of our team.

Due to the high number of applications we receive, we may not be able to contact everyone individually — but we truly appreciate your interest in joining Innovus.