Senior Surveyor, Party Wall Team – London Office

We are currently looking to appoint a new member in our specialist party wall and neighbourly matters department.

The successful candidate will manage and run projects, producing all documentation, with guidance from Team Leader/Associate Partner/Partner/Senior Partner as necessary. The successful candidate will work closely with senior members of our team and get exposure to many of the leading developers, architects, surveyors, and legal teams in the UK.

This role requires a keen eye for detail, strong analytical skills, a ‘can do’ attitude, and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders. In return, we offer you a competitive salary and excellent career opportunities in an exciting and highly specialist field with one of the leading consultants in this space.

It is expected the successful candidate will grow with our support and training to absorb the following core responsibilities:

Responsibilities

• Ensure the efficient, timely and effective delivery of projects in support of the client;
• Independently establish the project brief by consulting with the client;
• Set project strategy and quality standards;
• Organise and manage contributions of internal and external teams;
• Ensure a positive portrayal of DPR, reflecting its values and standards with a desire to improve and innovate;
• Produce complex reports, and provide strategic advice to clients;
• Maintain a positive personal surveying reputation within the industry;
• Lead the production of documents and manage all ongoing processes;
• Coordinate projects and prioritise the WIP in conjunction with the Partners in the team;
• Assist in the conduct of after action reviews to improve business processes;
• Manage one or a team of Assistant Surveyors and/or Surveyors;
• Ability to represent the Partners in providing ad-hoc strategic advice to the project team;
• Preparation of access licences and negotiation of terms with adjoining owner or their representatives;
• Identify potential boundary conflicts or third party constraints and advise client on options for rectification.
• Promote the Practice and look for cross-selling opportunities;
• Develop own professional network as a source of business
• Produce fee proposals for small and medium scale projects and assist in new business pitches

Qualifications

• A minimum of two years as a Party Wall Surveyor or equivalent knowledge;
• A high standard of verbal and written reporting;
• An in-depth knowledge of party wall and neighbourly matters and relevant caselaw and ability to translate this into advice given to clients

Salary

Competitive package dependant on skill level and experience.

Please contact Ashley Patience

ashley.patience@dpr.uk.com

020 7936 3668

Experienced Building Surveyor – Bristol Office

Delva Patman Redler are seeking a skilled and experienced chartered building surveyor with experience in dilapidations and neighbourly matters services to play a key role in the growth of the Bristol office.

Delva Patman Redler are renowned specialists in Party Wall, Rights of Light, Daylight/Sunlight and neighbour disputes. We have a wide ranging and diverse client base which will be able support the growth of the new service line in the Southwest, but the candidate will be expected to help develop our existing portfolio of clients, help create new relationships and bring new clients into the business.

The client facing role provides an excellent opportunity for the ideal candidate to develop their own team within our Bristol office supporting the expansion of the company across the Southwest and nationwide.  The role will include the responsibility for providing expert advice and technical support on a wide range of building surveying matters. Working closely with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders, you will play a key role in ensuring the successful delivery of construction projects, maintenance programs, and property management initiatives

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting detailed building surveys, inspections, and assessments to identify defects, deficiencies, and potential risks.
• Preparing comprehensive reports, schedules of condition, specifications and maintenance programs.
• Providing expert advice and guidance on building regulations, planning permissions, and statutory compliance requirements.
• Liaising with clients, architects, engineers, and contractors to develop cost-effective and sustainable solutions to building-related issues.
• Undertaking feasibility studies, condition assessments, and due diligence investigations.
• Managing projects from inception to completion, including contract administration, budget monitoring, and quality control.
• Conducting dilapidations assessments, negotiations, and settlements on behalf of landlords and tenants.
• Keeping abreast of industry developments, best practices, and regulatory changes to ensure compliance and enhance service delivery.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and industry partners to drive business growth and client retention.
• Mentoring, providing technical guidance, and promoting continuous professional development within the team.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Building Surveying
• MRICS with a minimum of 4 years PQE
• You will have had a direct client facing or customer service experience
• Ability to work independently or as part of a wider team
• You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks effectively, and meet deadlines under pressure
• Able to build and maintain effective working relationships with key people both internally and externally
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, with a collaborative and proactive approach to teamwork
• Apply time management skills to your own workload in conjunction with our teams
• UK Driving Licence

Benefits

• Competitive package provided – subject to skill & experience of individual candidate
• Opportunities for professional development
• Supportive work environment
• Central London location with excellent transport links
• Flexible work arrangements and work-life balance initiatives
• Contributory pension scheme
• Health and wellness benefit

Please contact Chris Harris

chris.harris@dpr.uk.com

020 7936 3668

Graduate AutoCAD Technician – London Office

Delva Patman Redler are currently looking for an experienced individual to support our Rights of Light team. This role is critical in ensuring the smooth operation of our team and providing essential administrative support. The successful candidate will play a vital role in maintaining the organization and efficiency of our department.

Delva Patman Redler is a Chartered Survey company where you can develop your existing skills and learn new talents as part of a growing team within the company. We work on a huge variety of schemes, covering aspects of rights of light, daylight/sunlight/shadowing, solar glare, envelope exercises, feasibility studies and BREEAM assessments.

Hybrid/Flexible Working
Full time

Minimum Requirements

• You will have relevant knowledge of AutoCAD and associated presentation packages with experience in 2D and 3D modelling. Revit knowledge beneficial but not essential.
• You will have practised skills to successfully control and handle workload and the implementation of company and project CAD standards and drawing document procedures.
• You will work on own initiative as a CAD Technician, in conjunction with the other members of the light analyses department.
• Maintain effective working relationships with key people both internally with other departments and externally with clients and other professionals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Architecture or design focused diploma or degree qualifiaction.
• Minimum of 2 years experience using 2D and 3D AutoCAD and Revit 3D modelling.
• Conversant with Microsoft applications; Word, Excel, Adobe, and Power-point.

Salary

Competitive package dependant on skill level and experience.

Please contact Lok Tang

lok.tang@dpr.uk.com

020 7936 3668