Associate Director, Building Surveying - Exeter

Built Asset Solutions | Exeter

Permanent | Full-time | Hybrid working

About This Opportunity

A fresh approach, innovative offering, and a world of opportunities with Built Asset Solutions

We're searching for a chartered building surveyor to join our Exeter building surveying team to enhance our new built asset solutions service line and strengthen our capabilities in the South West. This is an opportunity to work closely with our South West Building Surveying lead, and take on a key role as our Exeter office building surveying contact.

Joining a growing multi-disciplinary team which has grown to 7 members in 18 months, you will have ownership of local clients and commissions, local business growth and people management as we continue to grow our building surveying offering in Exeter.

Reporting into our building surveying lead and collaborating with our Exeter cost & project managers, you will deliver a range of commissions across Devon, Cornwall & Somerset, leveraging existing relationships and partnerships to secure new business opportunities.

You will lead projects through design, specification, contract administration & delivery, acting as key point of contact for clients on refurbishment, fit-out, component replacement & external decoration projects.

Your work will also include professional inspection and survey work including conditions, building pathology and specific defects, with opportunities to deliver dilapidations, party wall matters and technical due diligence services.

Joining our built asset solutions team in Exeter you will benefit from:

• Excellent career development opportunities as part of a growing national service
• Access to a range of development resources through our central L&D platform
• An inclusive, collaborative environment, with approachable & supportive colleagues locally & nationally

We offer the following benefits in addition to a competitive annual salary:

• Car/travel allowance
• 26 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Private personal health cover
• Holiday buy & sell scheme (buy up to 10 days or sell up to 5 days per annum)
• Professional enrolment, assessment & subscription cover
• Enhanced 39 week paid maternity leave benefit
• Career development & progression opportunities, including mentoring, CPD, structured career development support programmes
• A contributory pension scheme

Key responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of a range of building surveying commissions across built assets and client portfolios
• Build strong, trusted client relationships and help identify and win new opportunities
• Support the continued growth of the Nottingham office and wider Built Asset Solutions offer
• Provide clear, practical advice on building consultancy, asset performance, risk and project delivery
• Take ownership of commissions from instruction through to completion, with a focus on quality, commercial performance and client satisfaction
• Coordinate and lead project teams, bringing together the right Gleeds expertise to deliver better outcomes
• Mentor and develop colleagues, helping create a collaborative environment where people can grow and thrive
• Bring fresh thinking to service delivery and help shape a modern, forward-looking building consultancy offer

You will bring

• Strong building surveying experience and the credibility to lead client instructions and project delivery
• Commercial awareness and the ability to spot opportunities to grow relationships and services
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively across teams and disciplines
• Clear judgement and a practical, client-focused style
• Experience leading, mentoring or developing others
• The ambition to play a key senior role in an established Nottingham team and support its next phase of growth

What We Offer

At Gleeds, you’ll join a business where your ambition is backed, your contribution is valued and your career can grow with real pace.

• A world of opportunity - with clear progression and leadership opportunities
• The chance to make your mark - helping grow an established Nottingham team and strengthen a key regional hub for Built Asset Solutions
• Support to grow and lead - through structured development, exciting learning opportunities and mentorship from senior colleagues
• A collaborative culture - where people work together, share knowledge and support each other to succeed
• Flexibility that works - with flexible and agile working that supports work-life balance
• A place to thrive - with a strong focus on wellbeing, professional development and an inclusive culture where people feel valued and supported
• The platform to think differently - in a business that welcomes fresh ideas and gives people the chance to create real impact

Join Gleeds

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and help lead the continued growth of our Nottingham Built Asset Solutions team, we’d like to hear from you.

• Who we’re looking for:

Experience, Knowledge And Key Skills

• Broad, in-depth Building Surveying experience post MRICS qualification;
• Detailed knowledge and practical experience of delivery of building surveying tasks;
• Sound knowledge of construction methods and materials;
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction procurement strategies, including tendering and contract strategies;
• Ability to administer construction contracts as Contracts Administrator and Employers Agent;
• Clear understanding of legislation impacting on building contracts;
• Ability to motivate others (including providing support and encouragement) and to lead high performance teams;
• Clear and effective communication skills – both oral and written;
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to quickly adapt to changes;
• Excellent problem solving, negotiating skills, financial and numeracy management skills;
• Ability to absorb complex information and assess requirements readily;
• Sound ICT Skills, with a high level of proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint;
• Competent at negotiating sufficient fees to both complete services and generate required profit levels;
• Ability to work as part of a team and lead teams.

Qualifications

• MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors)

Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment.

Gleeds is committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. We uphold the principles of Fairness, Inclusion and Respect (FIR) and embrace the diversity of our teams. As an equal opportunities employer, we provide support, flexibility and accessibility for all. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact our Talent Team at [email protected]