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Hollis

Jul 1

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Construction & Surveying
  • Belfast

Requirements

  • Degree or MSc in Building Surveying with ideally some work experience in a commercial property environment
  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel
  • Experience of AutoCAD an advantage, though not essential
  • Clean driving licence
  • Personal attributes
  • The ideal candidate will have a professional and can-do attitude, be self-motivated, enthusiastic, proactive and be able to prioritise and multi-task. They will have excellent organisational abilities to be able to balance different tasks ensuring deadlines are met whilst maintaining highest levels of accuracy. They are required to be flexible and have the ability to work under pressure and importantly is passionate about Building Surveying.

Responsibilities

  • Assisting on a full range of building surveying instructions on a variety of commercial properties, including offices, retail and industrial.
  • Assisting on servicing instructions which are typically split about 50:50 between professional work and project work.
  • Assisting in providing professional work to clients including schedules of dilapidations, pre-acquisition surveys, party wall awards, defect diagnosis, planned preventative maintenance reports, fire insurance valuations, disability audits, schedules of condition.
  • Support project work which can typically range from £50k to £7million where the firm performs the role of designer, contract administrator, project manager or an employer’s agent.
  • Assisting with co-ordination of portfolio instructions and undertaking other duties from time to time as may be reasonably required.
  • Business Development and Client Care awareness.
  • Adherence to Health & Safety procedures.
  • Responsibility for own continuous professional learning.
  • Respect Company Values.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Graduate Building Surveyor.

What is the location of the job?

The job is located in Belfast.

What type of employment is being offered?

The employment type is full-time.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should have recently completed or be studying towards either a BSc or MSc in Building Surveying.

Will there be opportunities for professional development?

Yes, graduates will be enrolled in the APC programme immediately and will start working towards chartership.

What kind of responsibilities will the Graduate Building Surveyor have?

Responsibilities include assisting on building surveying instructions for various commercial properties, providing professional work to clients, supporting project work, coordinating portfolio instructions, and adhering to Health & Safety procedures.

Is previous experience required for this role?

While some work experience in a commercial property environment is ideal, it’s not explicitly required.

What personal attributes is the ideal candidate expected to possess?

The ideal candidate should have a professional and can-do attitude, be self-motivated, enthusiastic, proactive, flexible, and capable of working under pressure.

What software skills are preferred for applicants?

A good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel is required, and experience with AutoCAD is an advantage, though not essential.

Is there a possibility of remote work?

Yes, the position offers a hybrid remote work arrangement.

What is the company's stance on business development and client care?

Candidates will be expected to be aware of business development and client care as part of their responsibilities.

Is there a preference for language skills in applicants?

Yes, applicants with language skills are welcomed and the company is interested in seconding individuals abroad or hiring nationals from Europe for UK training.

What kind of projects will the Graduate Building Surveyor work on?

The projects can range from £50k to £7 million, where the firm acts in various roles such as designer, contract administrator, project manager, or employer’s agent.

What is the company culture like?

The company promotes a relaxed and friendly working environment, surrounded by industry experts.

Hollis

International, independent real estate consultants.

Real Estate
Industry
201-500
Employees
1991
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Hollis is a leading international, independent real estate consultancy. We work with owners, occupiers, developers and funders, across both private and public sectors, to help them get more out of their real estate, at every stage of the property life cycle. Established in 1991 in London, we’re now a multi-skilled team of surveyors, engineers, technical specialists, consultants and project managers operating across the UK, Ireland and mainland Europe. We are committed to delivering and maintaining a sustainable built environment and are recognised specialists in due diligence surveys, measured surveys, project management, cost management, party walls, rights of light, M&E and environment, energy and sustainability. Ours is a culture built on the idea that people do things better by doing them together. Where everyone gets involved side by side, to tackle each challenge and win the best outcome for our clients. We aim to do the right thing, be clear, transparent and find some fun along the way. We have a unique way of working, evolved through many years of practical experience and a tenacious attitude where we always try to find the fun. We’re constantly evolving our capabilities, footprint and approach to reflect the demands of a changing world, and make the best of what it offers.