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We are looking for an ambitious Senior Surveyor to join our growing Infrastructure team in Warrington

The northern infrastructure team acts for a wide range of clients within the Infrastructure, Utility and Energy sectors. We are delivering an expert service to clients such as National Grid Transmission, Cadent Gas, Scottish Power Energy Networks, Green Gen,  Orsted, Network Rail and National Highways.

Main tasks: 

• Negotiation of heads of terms, option agreements and voluntary agreements for land acquisition.
• Develop and undertake new business/relationship opportunities.
• Landowner and Stakeholder engagement.
• Negotiation of disturbance claims following works.
• Consents for access across third party land for works. 
• Negotiation of Injurious Affection claims relating to electricity infrastructure
• An active role in the continuous development of efficient, ‘best practice’ internal systems and processes, optimising IT and other resources.
• Implementation of policy as required and ensuring legal compliance on all work carried out.
• Management of surveyors working across the team
• Mentoring and coaching junior members of the team through their professional development
• Adheres to the RICS Rules of Conduct or relevant professional body where appropriate.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are dedicated to driving diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Learning and development is important to us; we encourage everyone to continue developing to optimise their performance and fulfil their potential. We have an agile flexible working policy; many of our team work flexibly, we would be happy to talk to you about how this could work for you. We enjoy what we do, and we do it well, which is why 80% of our business comes from repeat clients. 

We will be interviewing for this role as suitable applications are received and may close this role before the closing date upon a successful candidate being appointed.

Ideally you will be RICS Qualified or have extensive experience in Utility, Infrastructure or Energy sector work. Rural surveying experience could be beneficial as aspects of our work cover rural portfolios, including commercial and residential assets.  

You must also be able to demonstrate you have a good working knowledge of relevant legislation and have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.  Ideally you are ambitious and keen to develop your career in line with the business and actively seek out continuous self-development, broadening your knowledge and experience. 

The ability to drive business initiatives forward and establish new whilst maintaining existing relationships is key. As is being a team player with strong interpersonal skills, a good sense of humour and the ability to communicate effectively with both colleagues and clients at all levels.

The role demands a significant amount of engagement with clients as well as landowners and agents therefore strong communication skills are essential and the candidate should be friendly, empathetic, diplomatic and approachable. 

The day-to-day requirement of the role can change quickly therefore the successful candidate must be able to work in a fast paced environment where flexibility is essential. As there is a certain amount of travel involved in the role, a full driving licence is essential.