At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead our Building & Project Consultancy team, managing diverse projects and client relationships.
- Company: Join KR8 Real Estate, part of the K3 Advisory Group, with a dynamic and ambitious culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and the chance to shape a new consultancy practice.
- Other info: Work across multiple sectors and enjoy UK-wide travel opportunities.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of real estate consultancy, making a significant impact in a growing team.
- Qualifications: MRICS or FRICS qualified with 10+ years in building surveying and project management.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
A unique opportunity to join KR8 Real Estate, a new, Managing Director-led Real Estate & Advisory practice, part of the K3 Advisory Group, based in London, Manchester and Leeds. This is an opportunity to be part of an ambitious team with a strategic plan to grow its service proposition and expand into other key locations. KR8 Real Estate is looking for candidates at Director level, to head our Building & Project Consultancy (“B&PC”) offering in the London office (with UK wide travel required).
The Role Will Have Two Distinct Workstreams:
- Traditional Building and Project Consultancy work for good book clients. The work will include dilapidations, schedules of condition, surveys, due diligence, reinstatement cost assessments, contract administration, project management and design/specification of work.
- Work alongside our wider Real Estate team on stressed or distressed assets providing detailed technical advice on compliance matters (planning, building control, H&S and warranties) and advising on works and cost to complete developments. This is effectively traditional technical due diligence. Of this work approximately 70% is residential properties/developments and therefore the candidate needs to have a detailed understanding of residential development.
Essential Requirements:
- Chartered (MRICS or FRICS) Building Surveyor.
- Significant post-qualification experience (10+ years) in building surveying and project management, ideally in consultancy and including leadership/director-level roles.
- Deep expertise in dilapidations, surveys, contract administration/project management, due diligence and development monitoring.
- Experience in multiple sectors (commercial, retail, industrial and residential).
- Strong leadership & people management skills; mentoring/developing staff.
- Excellent verbal/written communication.
- Sound technical understanding of statutory, legal, regulatory frameworks in UK property & construction; planning; health & safety and Building Regulations, alongside an understanding of collateral and insurance backed warranties.
- Client facing and stakeholder management capabilities.
- Ability to manage and maintain strong client relationships.
- Ability to lead client meetings and provide strategic property advice.
- Track record in identifying and developing new business opportunities.
- Skills in formulating bids, proposals, and fee submissions.
In summary, this is an exciting opportunity for someone to build their career within a new and dynamic environment, supported by an experienced team of professionals. With over 1,200 employees across the Group, 25 offices in the UK, and international bases in Malaysia and Cyprus.
Director - MRICS or FRICS qualified in Harrow employer: KR8 Advisory Limited
KR8 Real Estate offers an exceptional work environment for professionals seeking to advance their careers in a dynamic and ambitious setting. With a strong focus on employee growth, the company provides opportunities for leadership development and mentorship within a collaborative team culture. Located in key cities like London, Manchester, and Leeds, employees benefit from a strategic position in the real estate market, alongside a commitment to expanding service offerings and fostering meaningful client relationships.
