Senior Building Surveyor
1 day ago
Middlesbrough
About The Role Is this your next job Read the full description below to find out, and do not hesitate to make an application. Senior Building Surveyor (Drone & Digital Surveys) Cardiff / Birmingham / Bristol / South East Currie & Brown, a global leader in construction and physical asset management consultancy, is expanding its UK building surveying team in Cardiff / Birmingham / Bristol / South East. This is a blended role combining the expertise of a Senior Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Surveyor with that of a Building Surveyor, focusing on the innovative application of drone technology within the built environment. The role encompasses operating drones across diverse settings, including property, land, rail, and renewables, while also applying building surveying knowledge to interpret and utilise the gathered data. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing and growing the Aero division working closely with the Aero Director and Chief Pilot on bidding, business development, and service evolution. Key Responsibilities Drone Operations & Data Acquisition • Operate drones to undertake technical building surveys, inspections, and assessments., • Plan and execute Drone flights, ensuring safety and compliance with all relevant regulations., • Capture a variety of aerial data, including photography, videography, photogrammetry, thermal imaging (including electronic leak detection), LiDAR, and GNSS survey control data., • Deliver high-quality 3D and reality capture outputs using structured workflows., • Apply building surveying principles to interpret aerial data and identify building defects, assess conditions, and provide informed recommendations., • Process, edit, and analyse aerial imagery and data using software such as DroneDeploy, • Integrate aerial data with other building information, such as existing drawings and specifications, using Revit., • Collaborate with other team members to deliver high-quality reports, maps, and other deliverables to clients., • Contribute to the development and growth of the Aero division by assisting with bidding, business development activities, and ongoing service development., • Identify potential clients and projects for UAS-based building surveys., • Support the Aero Director in proactively promoting Aero's digital services within internal teams and to external clients., • Maintain UAS equipment, perform regular maintenance, and troubleshoot technical issues., • At least 2 years of experience operating UASs in a professional capacity., • Chartered or working towards chartered status with RICS (Building Surveying pathway) is desirable., • Proven experience as a Building Surveyor, with a strong understanding of building pathology, construction methods, and relevant regulations., • Experience with aerial data processing and analysis software, • Proficiency with Revit or equivalent, • Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with team members., • Ability to prioritise and manage multiple projects simultaneously., • Attention to detail and commitment to safety and regulatory compliance., • Must be willing to travel., • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, • Hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance, • Opportunities for professional development and career progression, • Supportive, inclusive company culture focused on your growth