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Senior Land Surveyor
Senior Land Surveyor
š Locations: London, Leeds, Manchester, East of England, and South Wales š Contract: Full Time ā Permanent š¢ Division: Land Services š° Salary: Competitive
About Ardent
Ardent is the UKās leading provider of land, consent management, and stakeholder engagement services, supporting major infrastructure and regeneration projects from concept to delivery. We are passionate about delivering life-improving change for communities and future generations.
Role Purpose
The Senior Land Surveyor provides land assembly, compensation and valuation advice for major projects. Key responsibilities include:
- Delivering strategic compensation advice
- Mitigating risks in land acquisition
- Securing consents, settling claims, and negotiating agreements
Key Responsibilities
- Trusted Advisor: Offer specialist technical input, particularly around compensation and compulsory purchase legislation.
- Project Management: Lead and manage projects, ensuring efficient and compliant resolution of claims and land acquisition.
- Negotiations: Conduct and lead negotiations with landowners, clients, and stakeholders to facilitate land acquisition and settle compensation claims.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain high standards of engagement and provide strategic advice, fostering strong relationships.
- Valuation Accuracy: Ensure accurate management of valuations and Property Cost Estimates.
- Mentorship: Guide and mentor junior team members, fostering their development and aligning them with Ardentās values.
- Compliance: Maintain compliance with relevant regulations and standards, ensuring best practices are followed.
- Business Development: Identify potential leads and new work opportunities to contribute to business growth.
- Safety Promotion: Advocate for safety improvements within teams, promoting a culture of safety.
- Profitability Assessment: Assess and improve profitability by managing costs and resources efficiently.
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Skills & Experience
Essential:
- Proven ability to build effective working relationships with clients and stakeholders (internal and external).
- Awareness and adherence to RICS Professional Statements and relevant guidelines.
- Experience in project management to ensure effective and confident oversight.
- Understanding of legal basis of compulsory purchase compensation and its application.
- Track record in leading negotiations and settling compensation claims.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to deliver informative and engaging presentations.
- Ability to identify and mitigate risks, providing strategic solutions to complex challenges.
- Experience in mentoring and developing junior team members.
- Ability to identify new business opportunities and enhance project profitability.
- Commitment to promoting a culture of safety.
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Benefits Package
- Flexible hybrid working
- 25 days annual leave (options to buy or carry over additional days)
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Company pension scheme
- Benenden Health Care (including mental health support, 24/7 GP services, physiotherapy, optical and dental cover, personal accident protection)
- Cycle to Work scheme & electric car leasing
- Recognition awards & long service leave
- Discretionary annual bonus scheme
Equal Opportunities Statement
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and committed to building a diverse, inclusive team where everyone belongs. Applications are welcomed from all backgrounds, particularly from underrepresented groups.
If youāre ready to grow with a business scaling rapidly and making a real impact, we encourage you to apply!
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