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Gateley Smithers Purslow

Chartered Building Surveyor

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Gateley Smithers Purslow

Multi‑disciplinary coastal UK firm advising on surveying, engineering, architecture, cost consultancy and insurance claims.

Full-time Chartered Building Surveyor handling residential/commercial projects in Exeter
11 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Exeter, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
130 Employees
Service Specialisms
Project Management
Cost Management
Construction Consultancy
Building Surveying
Dispute Resolution
Structural Engineering
Quantity Surveying
Building Services Engineering
Sector Specialisms
Insurance
Residential
Commercial
Heritage Conservation
Sustainability
Building Surveying
Quantity Surveying
Civil Engineering
Role

Description

inspections
surveying
design advice
reporting
specifications
health & safety
  • To provide supervision and support to APC candidates to promote knowledge and understanding.
  • To play an active part in promoting the company’s services to secure projects and promote the Gateley Smithers Purslow brand.
  • Inspections to involve acquisition surveys, condition reports, measured surveys and defect investigations
  • Inspect and provide advice on the design, construction, maintenance, repair, and refurbishment of all types of buildings and sites.
  • To prepare reports, schedule of works and works specifications
  • At all times to comply with the requirements of the Company’s administrative, personnel procedures and Health & Safety regulations
  • To design and oversee works using recognised building contracts and to current technical standards.

Requirements

mrics
cdm
defect diagnosis
contract admin
communication
leadership
  • To understand and apply other relevant legislation such as health and safety, party wall, building regulations and planning.
  • Experience in Defect Diagnosis and report writing
  • Experience and understanding of CDM Regs 2015, Party Wall and Building Regulation legislation
  • Must be MRICS Accredited
  • Experience in Contract Administration
  • Experience and extensive working knowledge of consulting engineering, surveying, architectural & planning practices and procedures supported by an awareness of the latest statutory requirements and technical publications.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Insurance repair project experience preferred
  • Experience in working to deadlines and within budgets on large scale projects
  • Sound mathematical, scientific and IT skills and the ability to think methodically to problem solve.
  • Experience in negotiation, supervisory and leadership roles
  • Undertake large value projects independently with sound knowledge on all aspects of professional consultancy services.
  • Flexible and Variable Attitude to work type

Benefits

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Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

  • eligibility to work verification
  • professional and academic qualifications verification
  • criminal records check
  • financial stability assessment
  • references from previous employers
Company

Overview

£20M Acquisition
Growth Milestone
Acquired by Gateley in April 2022 for up to £20 million, expanding their regional and service reach.
2,000+ Annual Claims
Insurance Loss Resolution
Resolve over 2,000 UK insurance losses annually, showcasing expertise in complex cases.
Platinum Rated
Team Commitment
Hold Investors in People Platinum status, reflecting exceptional dedication to employee well-being.
Dual ISO Certified
Quality Assurance
Mastered ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified systems, ensuring quality management and environmental responsibility.
  • Two engineers sparked a journey that grew into a coast-to-coast UK consultancy.
  • They carved their niche as subsidence experts in the ’80s, scoring regional insurer contracts and expanding into building surveying.
  • They became one of a select group handling subsidence for Royal & Sun Alliance.
  • Over decades, they evolved into a full-spectrum practice—structural design, cost advice, heritage restoration, claims work, and expert witnessing.
  • Clients include commercial landlords, insurers, and public bodies, addressing complex issues like flood, fire, and liability.
  • They keep solving challenging building and claims puzzles coast-to-coast.

Culture + Values

  • Professionalism and Integrity in all our work
  • Client focus - understanding and meeting the needs of our clients
  • Collaboration - working together to deliver the best results
  • Commitment to excellence - delivering high-quality work
  • Innovation - constantly looking for ways to improve and adapt

Environment + Sustainability

2050 Target
Net Zero Commitment
Aiming to balance carbon emissions with removals by 2050 to achieve net zero.
  • Implementation of sustainable building practices and designs
  • Energy efficiency initiatives across all projects
  • Reducing carbon footprint through improved operational processes

Inclusion & Diversity

  • Ongoing efforts to increase gender diversity in leadership roles
  • Transparent reporting on gender balance within the company
  • Promotion of an inclusive work culture where all employees are valued
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