What’s the Opportunity Due to the success of the current team, we are looking to expand by recruiting an experienced Building Surveyor or Architect with a proven track record of practical experience in construction, and in particular defects analysis, who is also able assist in apprentice training. This is an opportunity for someone wishing to work as part of an established specialist team on a range of technical disputes. Previous experience as an Expert Witness is preferred such that the candidate will be able to immediately take on their own instructions with support as required. As part of the recruitment process, the relevant experience you have gained will be covered during your interview discussions and we will require redacted examples of your report writing. The location for this role is flexible with the successful appointee being able to be based in any of our office locations, but preferred to be: London, Manchester, Birmingham or Bristol. Please note, that due to the nature of this role, the prerequisite for applying to this opportunity is that you have achieved a minimum of 10 years’ professional experience working in a similar role. Who are we? Ridge Expert Witness Advisory Services (EWAS) is a specialist team of construction experts providing support to solicitors in respect of property litigation. The team includes Building Surveying and Architectural experts, as well as Fire, Structural, and Services experts. What you need to do to be effective in this role This role will include: Defects inspections and expert report writing (training will be given in respect of the later even if you are an established expert) Desktop reviews of information Attending expert meetings and writing joint statements Provision of oral and written evidence in Court or other tribunals, including cross examination Wider details of the role will be discussed in depth during interview. The skills and experience you need to have for this role To be considered for this role you will have gave gained extensive experience in your career of working in a related role which will be discussed / evidenced during the interview process. You will possess / be: Chartered Building Surveyor, Builder, or Architect with a strong technical background in the practical aspects of construction Focused, confident, decision maker, but one who recognises when they have insufficient information to reach a conclusion Have a sound knowledge of past/current industry standards, regulations, and guidance and who recognises the limit of their knowledge A problem solver able to assimilate large amounts of technical information and identify its relevance Ability to communicate complex technical matters to the non-technical in both written and oral forms Strong interpersonal skills and willing to take instruction and training from the established team. Flexible working attitude with the ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines Flexible to travel regionally for site visits, etc About us We are Ridge, a Built Environment Consultancy. We help our clients transform the quality and sustainability of the built environment. Our 1,000 people bring a vast range of skills, delivering a professional mindset, gritty discipline and a genuine passion to every one of the thousands of projects they undertake each year. They’re the foundation of our success - they drive our vision, embody our values and separate us from the competition. Come and join us if you’re hungry to be part of an exceptional team - if you put quality first - if you’re motivated by ingenuity and if you’re always aspiring to be the very best. Your benefits The benefits package we have put together for you supports every aspect of your life. Annual leave A healthy holiday allowance that starts at 25 days pa, plus the option to buy, carry over or sell. Community spirit You can take three volunteering days each year to spend time on causes close to your heart. Mental health Mental Health First Aiders are here to support you, backed up by Unum’s Helphand app. Financial benefits A path to peace of mind: life assurance, pension scheme and income protection. Physical wellbeing Your health is a priority for us too, so we offer medical insurance, private GP access and discounted gym membership. Flexible working Our flexible approach to hybrid working is there to suit you, your family and your team. Career development A pathway at Ridge that’s focused on your professional, personal or educational aspirations. Extra benefits Performance bonus, car allowance and more based on your role - and progression. Previous Next We believe that everyone performs their best when they feel like they belong and can be their true selves at work. As an equal opportunities’ employer, we will support you to ensure you have everything you need to be successful and achieve your best in your career at Ridge. If you’d like to discuss accessibility, accommodations or adjustments during your application and selection process, please contact us at workwithusridge.co.uk and we will work with you to ensure you feel included and supported. A polite note to Recruitment Agencies We enjoy great relationships with our agency partners within our framework, and fully believe in the value of a blended approach to finding the best talent. However, we are recruiting for this role directly and aren’t seeking support from agency partners at this time – any unsolicited CV introductions won’t be honoured, and we won’t grant candidate ownerships on any introduction that you make for roles that haven’t been briefed and released to you by our Talent Acquisition team. We are committed to nurturing strong partnerships within our agency framework, but there are occasions where we looking to enlist the help of others. If you would be interested in working with us in the future, please send a message to workwithusridge.co.uk, and we’ll reach out to you should there be an opportunity. A polite note to recruitment agencies We are recruiting for this role directly and aren’t seeking support from our agency partners. Any unsolicited CV introductions won’t be honoured, and we won’t grant candidate ownership on any introductions you make for roles that haven’t been briefed and released to you by our Talent Acquisition team. If you are a recruitment agency who doesn’t currently work with Ridge but would like to, please send a message to workwithusridge.co.uk, and we’ll reach out to you should there be an opportunity. Note to recruitment agencies We are recruiting for this role directly and aren’t seeking support from our agency partners. Any unsolicited CV introductions won’t be honoured, and we won’t grant candidate ownership on any introductions you make for roles that haven’t been briefed and released to you by our Talent Acquisition team. If you are a recruitment agency who doesn’t currently work with Ridge but would like to, please send a message to workwithusridge.co.uk, and we’ll reach out to you should there be an opportunity. Documents