Build the world you want to live in with a career in the infrastructure property sector.


We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced MRICS Surveyor and Registered Valuer to join our growing Infrastructure team in Nottingham.


Working across a diverse portfolio of major infrastructure projects, you will provide professional valuation, compensation and property advice on behalf of clients and landowners. You will play a key role in delivering successful outcomes through expert negotiation, strategic property advice and effective client relationship management.


This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded surveyor with experience in the commercial, rural or infrastructure sectors who is looking to further develop their career within a collaborative and ambitious team. Alongside project delivery, you will contribute to business development activities, support the growth of client relationships and help develop the next generation of surveyors.


We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including 25 days' annual leave, matched pension contributions, life assurance, and flexible benefits such as additional holiday purchase, health cash plans and a cycle-to-work scheme. We also support flexible and agile working to help you balance your career and personal commitments. Our Nottingham office is centrally located, with excellent amenities and transport links nearby.


Main Tasks

  • Provide valuation advice relating to land and property interests across a range of infrastructure projects.
  • Lead negotiations on compensation claims and compulsory purchase matters on behalf of clients and landowners.
  • Deliver strategic and tactical property advice to clients within the infrastructure sector.
  • Develop and maintain strong client relationships, identifying opportunities to grow existing accounts and secure new business.
  • Lead and support business development initiatives within the local market, with a particular focus on claimants and landowners.
  • Manage and oversee surveyors across the team, ensuring the delivery of high-quality client service and technical excellence.
  • Mentor and coach junior colleagues, supporting their professional development and progression towards professional qualifications.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of team processes, systems and ways of working, promoting efficiency and best practice.
  • Ensure all work is undertaken in accordance with relevant legislation, professional standards, company policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Support the wider growth and success of the Infrastructure team through collaboration, knowledge sharing and leadership. 



What will it take to be successful?

We're looking for an MRICS qualified Surveyor and Registered Valuer with experience within the rural or infrastructure property sectors.


You will have a strong understanding of valuation principles and property compensation matters, together with knowledge of compulsory purchase and compensation legislation and practice. You'll be confident managing complex negotiations, providing strategic advice and delivering successful outcomes for clients.


The successful candidate will be commercially aware, client-focused and capable of building strong, lasting relationships. You'll have a proven ability to identify business development opportunities and contribute to the growth of the business.


You will also bring:

  • Experience mentoring, managing or supporting the development of junior colleagues.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and build credibility with a range of stakeholders.
  • The ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively both independently and as part of a wider team.
  • A collaborative approach and commitment to maintaining the highest professional and technical standards.
  • A full UK driving licence.



Hours

Full time

Contract type

Permanent

Location

Nottingham

Why choose us?


We offer a highly competitive rewards package including group pension, flexible benefits, referral schemes and generous annual leave. 


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. 


About us:


Since 1855, Carter Jonas has grown to be one of the largest and most respected property consultancies in the UK with a network of 34 offices across England and Wales, employing more than 1,000 partners and employees.


Our tailored service and Simply Better Advice have enabled us to forge lasting, intelligent and trusting partnerships with our clients. These long-standing relationships are our most important and most closely protected asset. From private landowners to local authorities, pension funds to farmers – our universe of client experience is among the most varied in UK property.


We employ the very best people. We are a place where people want to work, and our culture is both collaborative and business minded. We have experts in every field who deliver long term advice that enhances our clients’ future prosperity.


Ahead of the curve, we are pioneering in the use of technology within the property industry, making Carter Jonas a hugely exciting place to work.


Our values:


  • Approachable – We treat every relationship with respect, integrity, and warmth
  • Effective – We do what we say we will, we do it well and we are accountable
  • Ambitious – We are ambitious for our clients and for our firm


We look to recruit individuals who represent our core values, but who can also demonstrate the six Carter Jonas competencies that are the foundation of our career pathways. These competencies will aide their personal development in the business, and comprise of:


  • Communication - Ensures effective, clear, and relevant communications in support of business objectives
  • People - Demonstrates leadership in conduct and effectively manages and develops people to optimise performance through others
  • Business Development & Client Care - Ensures effective communication to facilitate excellent client care and collaboration and pursuing opportunities for increased business and profit mindful of the Firm’s heritage and values
  • Use of Technology - Modern, Agile, Digital Employee
  • Teamwork - Recognises the importance of working with others, to collaborate and co-operate to achieve business 
  • Personal Effectiveness & Productivity - Engage, promote, and adhere to compliance requirements including all internal processes and procedures which manage risk and enhance productivity.

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