Senior Consultant; Building Pathology

Position: Senior Consultant (Building Pathology) (Permanent)
Senior Consultant (Building Pathology)

Overview

Are you an experienced consultant with a background in building investigations and a passion for leading projects? Do you excel at balancing technical quality, safety, and commercial success while fostering a supportive team environment? We are seeking a motivated Senior Consultant to join our Building Pathology team in Leighton Buzzard. This is an exciting opportunity to manage diverse projects, act as a trusted advisor to clients, and mentor team members, all while contributing to the success of a dynamic and forward-thinking organization.

Salary: £41,000 - £50,000 + car/car allowance

Location:

Leighton Buzzard

Responsibilities

As a Senior Consultant, you will:

Lead and deliver building pathology projects, including:
Conducting condition surveys (both intrusive and non-destructive).
Performing concrete assessments, including composition, deterioration, and corrosion analysis.
Investigating water ingress and planning remediation strategies.
Utilizing non-destructive testing methods such as GPR and ultrasonic pulse echo.
Conducting building investigations for repurposing and providing design input.
Coordinating laboratory testing and interpreting results.
Produce and review high-quality technical reports.
Manage projects to ensure safety, quality, and budget objectives are met.
Build and maintain strong client relationships, delivering practical and effective solutions.
Plan resources, allocate tasks, and monitor team performance.
Support and mentor team members to foster professional growth.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
Contribute to risk management and cost control initiatives.
Promote continuous improvement across all projects.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess:

Professional membership of a relevant institution (advantageous but not essential).
Proven experience in building investigations, surveying, or engineering.
Exposure to project management and delivery.
Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with clients and teams.
Commercial awareness and a solid understanding of budgets.
A problem-solving mindset with a proactive and collaborative approach.
A commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Day-to-Day

Your daily responsibilities will include:

Planning and managing building pathology projects from inception to completion.
Conducting and overseeing technical investigations and assessments.
Preparing and reviewing detailed technical reports for clients.
Collaborating with clients to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions.
Mentoring and supporting team members to ensure high performance.
Monitoring project progress to ensure timelines, budgets, and safety standards are met.
Identifying opportunities for process improvements and implementing best practices.

Benefits

Competitive salary of £41,000 - £50,000 per annum.
Car or car allowance.
Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects.
Supportive and collaborative team environment.
Professional development and career progression opportunities.
Commitment to health, safety, and employee well-being.

For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Amir Gharaati of Penguin Recruitment.

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