Job Title: Surveyor

Department: Party Wall & Neighbourly Matters

Location: London

Hours: 9:30am to 5:30pm, with flexible working

GIA is an independent firm of chartered surveyors and technical specialists. We are the leading practice in rights of light and neighbourly matters and are pioneers in the field of daylight design for increasingly dense cities. We have ambitious plans for growth through the addition and development of complementary service offerings, such as: wind and measured surveys and also provide a full building consultancy service. For almost 30 years we have been building our reputation for delivering creative solutions on some of the most prestigious developments in the UK and around the world. With over 140 employees in offices in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Belfast, Bristol, and Dublin, we are the largest specialist advisor in the UK and Ireland.

The Department

The Party Wall & Neighbourly Matters department is one of the largest specialist teams in the country, comprising 13 surveyors across London and Manchester. The team works on high-profile residential and commercial developments, advising clients on their responsibilities under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 and other neighbourly matters.

The role:

The Surveyor will assist with:

• Advising clients on the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 and other neighbourly matters.
• Preparing and serving Party Wall Notices and drafting and negotiating Party Wall Awards.
• Inspecting neighbouring properties, preparing Schedules of Condition, and assessing damage caused by development works.
• Reviewing site boundaries, title documents, and third-party agreements, including easements and access licenses.

This role suits a hardworking, confident professional with an interest in property or construction, eager to develop expertise in this specialist field.

Duties include:

Party Wall Services :

• Review drawings, identify notifiable works, and issue Party Wall Notices.
• Draft and negotiate Party Wall Awards.
• Prepare and update Schedules of Adjoining Owners.
• Inspect properties to prepare and review Schedules of Condition.

Neighbourly Matters :

• Research ownership details and prepare reports.
• Negotiate access licenses and agreements (e.g., crane and scaffold licenses).
• Advise clients on boundary issues, easements, and rights of access.

Technical Support :

• Create and amend AutoCAD drawings.
• Conduct boundary reviews and plot accurate site boundaries.
• Maintain and update project tracker documents throughout project lifecycles.

Required attributes:

Technical Skills :

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel (advanced), Outlook, and Word.
• Ability to read construction drawings and understand building methods.

Personal Qualities :

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail, analytical mindset, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and handle high-pressure deadlines.

Knowledge :

• Understanding of the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 and property law basics (easements, access rights, etc.).
• Awareness of building pathology and construction defect identification.

Growth:

The role offers rapid progression for the right candidate:

• Gain substantial hands-on experience across a high volume of projects.
• Develop technical expertise in Party Wall and Neighbourly Matters.
• Opportunities to grow within GIA and contribute to department expansion.

Desired skills/attributes:

• Experience in Party Wall services or condition surveys (preferred).
• Hardworking, proactive, and eager to learn and improve.
• Ability to network and grow a personal profile in the industry by engaging with other surveyors, architects, and engineers.

What we offer:

In addition to our competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package and Learning & Development Program:

• Hybrid and flexible working.
• 22 days holiday (increasing with service) plus Christmas closure.
• Private healthcare, pension contributions, life insurance, and wellbeing support.
• Formal training and CPD programs.
• Cycle to Work scheme, eyecare support, and Employee Assistance Program.
• Regular team events, including summer and Christmas parties.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £29,934.52-£69,607.06 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free flu jabs
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in London SE1