Kent DA12 1BL
Construction Recruitment

Valuation/Surveys

Preparing accurate property valuations and providing condition assessments for a wide range of
residential property types, principally for secured lending purposes, by applying expert knowledge and
awareness of building defects and the local property market
Undertaking accurate and thorough inspections/surveys buildings
Preparing reports (in some cases detailed reports) on residential property for purposes such as mortgage
valuations, building surveys, homebuyers reports and expert witness cases
Using online databases and applications for receiving instructions, submitting reports and obtaining
information relevant to survey and valuation work, such as comparable evidence
Recording full and detailed inspection notes on file and ensuring files are maintained in accordance with our internal procedures

Legislation

Up-to-date knowledge of :
Red Book RICS Valuation maintaining professional standards and complying with its mandatory rules, best
practice guidance and related commentary for undertaking asset valuations.
Current RICS legislation
Current relevant legislation
Code of Measuring Practice
Health and Safety regulations and requirements
House in Multiple Occupation legislation
Client specific requirements and standards as published in their terms of engagement

General

Office Administration
Use and understanding of Quest, Valuation Exchange and other online sites used by clients for issuing
instructions and uploading reports
Using digital dictation and digital measuring devises
Good communication skills
Taking responsibility for own caseload,
Contributing towards the team’s fee, billing and profit targets
Liaising with clients and supporting the team to develop the client portfolio when necessary
Supporting the team profile in the market and developing internal and external networks for business
opportunities, identifying areas for cross-selling where appropriate
Be a Member or Fellow of the RICS and an RICS registered valuer
Build and maintain good relationships between Caxtons and its clients,whilst actively promoting the
company by meeting and developing relationships with new and potential clients

Residential Valuation Surveyor – Gravesend