Senior Consultant (Building Pathology)

Senior Consultant (Building Pathology) Overview

Are you an experienced consultant with a background in building investigations and a passion for leading projects? Do you excel at balancing technical quality, safety, and commercial success while fostering a supportive team environment? We are seeking a motivated Senior Consultant to join our Building Pathology team in Leighton Buzzard. This is an exciting opportunity to manage diverse projects, act as a trusted advisor to clients, and mentor team members, all while contributing to the success of a dynamic and forward-thinking organization.

Salary: £41,000 - £50,000 + car/car allowance
Location: Leighton Buzzard

Responsibilities

As a Senior Consultant, you will:

• Lead and deliver building pathology projects, including:
  • Conducting condition surveys (both intrusive and non-destructive).
  • Performing concrete assessments, including composition, deterioration, and corrosion analysis.
  • Investigating water ingress and planning remediation strategies.
  • Utilizing non-destructive testing methods such as GPR and ultrasonic pulse echo.
  • Conducting building investigations for repurposing and providing design input.
  • Coordinating laboratory testing and interpreting results.
• Produce and review high-quality technical reports.
• Manage projects to ensure safety, quality, and budget objectives are met.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, delivering practical and effective solutions.
• Plan resources, allocate tasks, and monitor team performance.
• Support and mentor team members to foster professional growth.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Contribute to risk management and cost control initiatives.
• Promote continuous improvement across all projects.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Professional membership of a relevant institution (advantageous but not essential).
• Proven experience in building investigations, surveying, or engineering.
• Exposure to project management and delivery.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with clients and teams.
• Commercial awareness and a solid understanding of budgets.
• A problem-solving mindset with a proactive and collaborative approach.
• A commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Day-to-Day

Your daily responsibilities will include:

• Planning and managing building pathology projects from inception to completion.
• Conducting and overseeing technical investigations and assessments.
• Preparing and reviewing detailed technical reports for clients.
• Collaborating with clients to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions.
• Mentoring and supporting team members to ensure high performance.
• Monitoring project progress to ensure timelines, budgets, and safety standards are met.
• Identifying opportunities for process improvements and implementing best practices.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £41,000 - £50,000 per annum.
• Car or car allowance.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Commitment to health, safety, and employee well-being.

For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Amir Gharaati of Penguin Recruitment.

Take the next step in your career and join a team that values expertise, collaboration, and innovation. Apply today!