At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team in innovative building inspections and develop cutting-edge methodologies.
- Company: Join one of the UK's largest measurement survey companies with a dynamic culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Exciting role with a focus on innovation and teamwork.
- Why this job: Shape the future of building surveying with modern technologies and expert collaboration.
- Qualifications: Degree in relevant field and experience in building pathology and structural investigation.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
- Building Survey Lead
- Introduction
As one of the largest measurement survey companies in the UK, Plowman Craven provides a range of services to the property, rail and infrastructure markets.
Our innovation, dynamic approach and commitment to delivering a flawless service is achieved by investing in and empowering our employees to push boundaries and reach new heights.
Regardless of the size or complexity of a project, our clients trust us to provide a service that goes beyond their expectations.
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Building Survey Lead to join our Inspection Division.
This is an exciting opportunity for a technical expert in building pathology, condition assessment and structural investigation who is passionate about shaping and growing a specialist surveying capability.
Working across Operations and Commercial, you will lead the development of innovative inspection services, establish technical standards and methodologies, and support the growth of a high-performing team.
You'll combine traditional building surveying expertise with modern digital inspection technologies to deliver market-leading solutions across a diverse range of asset types.
- What You'll Be Doing
- Lead and develop the Building Survey team, setting technical standards and quality assurance processes.
- Plan and oversee complex condition surveys, structural investigations and defect diagnosis projects.
- Develop innovative inspection methodologies incorporating technologies such as drones, Li DAR, thermography and digital inspection tools.
- Work with Commercial teams to define new inspection services, support bids and develop client-focused solutions.
- Act as the senior technical authority for building pathology, material defects and structural issues.
- Mentor and develop surveyors, supporting recruitment and the continued growth of the team.
- Review and sign off high-quality technical reports, drawings and inspection outputs.
- Collaborate with internal teams and specialist subcontractors to deliver complex inspection projects.
What We're Looking For
- Degree in Building Surveying, Structural Engineering, Building Pathology, Construction Technology or a related discipline.
- Chartered status (RICS, CIOB, IStruct E, CABE or similar), or working towards chartership.
- Significant experience in condition surveys, building pathology, structural investigation and defect diagnosis.
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, structural systems and building regulations.
- Experience leading technical teams or acting as a senior technical specialist.
- Commercial awareness with experience supporting fee proposals, bids and client discussions.
- Excellent technical report writing and communication skills.
- Experience using or integrating digital inspection technologies such as drones, Li DAR, SLAM or thermography would be advantageous.
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