Our client, a large residential managing agent, are looking to hire a commercially minded business leader to develop and enhance their surveying function.

The surveying team currently undertake all varieties of risk assessments, long-term management plans and general surveying project management work. The scope to grow this department is a top priority for the group - as Head of Surveying Services you will be responsible for developing a strategy to ensure that group activities grow and the profitability for the business increase. This is a great opportunity to be responsible for a business unit with instant impact and achievable results.

This role will predominantly be based in Hertfordshire but offers flexible home working.

Role overview

• You will be responsible for:
• All surveying functions within the group of companies.
• Ensuring compliance and best practice of the department is critical to ensure the team provides the highest levels of services to all clients.
• Management and motivation of the team (some based remotely).

Main responsibilities:

• Leading, managing and mentoring an expanding team of building surveyors nationwide;
• Developing and maximising the profitability of the team;
• Managing and supporting the team engaged on existing and future projects;
• Developing and improving the performance of the team;
• Formulating and implementing growth plans for the expansion of the department;
• Managing the recruitment, supervision, and development of staff within the team;
• Proactively promote the services of the department to the wider business to ensure future projects are awarded to the team;
• Identify and implement a growth strategy to be delivered for future periods;
• Implementing and monitoring relevant administration systems as well as standards for customer care;
• Ensure compliance for all functions and activities of the business;
• Provide training opportunities for the wider business;
• Review and implement best practice and process controls for the department.

Person specification:

• Membership of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS);
• BSc in Building Surveying (or equivalent);
• Experience and evidence of performing in a similar role;
• A leader with a can-do attitude who thrives on delivering results;
• An ability to deliver business growth;
• Knowledge of the Property Management industry;
• A minimum of 8 years' technical delivery experience gained within a surveying role;
• IT skills - AutoCAD, NBS, MS Project Outlook, Word, Excel;
• Good technical writing, client-facing, and communication skills;
• Well-organised, diligent, proactive, assertive, and willing to work in a mutually supportive environment.

Package: up to £90k plus car allowance (salary dependent on experience)

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