Senior Building Surveyor

About Us:

pitt&sherry Building Surveying commenced operation in 1996 across Tasmania and Victoria. Having a breadth of experience in significant commercial and residential projects across each state, pitt&sherry Building Surveying is focused on providing a service renowned for its quality, professionalism and integrity, helping our clients succeed to create safer buildings and minimise compliance risk. We do this through the way we communicate and the people we employ. 

The Opportunity:

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Building Surveyor to join our Hobart team to help our clients achieve safe and compliant buildings. Permanent and Fixed Term contracts are available.

What you’ll do:

Client & project delivery

• Support our existing client base with sound technical advice and a high standard of professionalism
• Manage multiple commercial and residential projects from start to finish
• Carry out regulatory and compliance assessments across all project stages
• Assess documentation against the NCC, Building Act, Building Regulations and relevant standards
• Prepare and facilitate building permits, occupancy permits, certificates and related documentation

Technical & on-site involvement

• Attend site inspections and design meetings as required
• Provide clear, practical technical guidance to clients and stakeholders

Business growth & team contribution

• Support the growth of the building surveying business, particularly in southern Tasmania
• Identify improvements and efficiencies, and contribute to action plans
• Assist with business development and broader team initiatives

Leadership

• Lead by example and support the development of team members through mentoring and knowledge sharing

What you bring

Qualifications & experience

• Licensed in Tasmania as a Building Surveyor Unlimited, or Building Surveyor Limited with experience in large scale commercial projects. Applicants without a licence must demonstrate ability to become licensed.
• Degree (or similar) in Building Surveying
• Ideally 5+ years’ experience in a similar role (we will consider varied experience levels)

Technical capability

• Strong knowledge of the Tasmanian Building Act, Building Regulations, NCC and relevant Australian Standards
• Familiarity with the Building Surveyors Code of Practice in Tasmania

Skills & approach

• Strong time management and organisational skills, with the ability to meet deadlines
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong computer literacy
• Current driver’s licence

Why join us:

We're a friendly bunch who are passionate about our work. This role is a great opportunity for someone who’s looking to join a collaborative team and further develop their career.

• We’re advocates for flexible working practices and WFH options. Genuine work life balance is important to us and we invest in our people;
• Ongoing development opportunities and career progression
• A market competitive remuneration package and additional benefits.

Creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

We welcome and encourage applications from a diverse background including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, mature workers, LGBTI+ people and people from different cultural backgrounds.