Job DescriptionAre you a Chartered Surveyor experienced in Energy and Renewables or a Chartered Surveyor looking to get into this exciting and growing sector? If so, we're looking for an experienced and motivated Surveyor/s to join our highly successful team Renewables team, based in our Oxford office.
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience, with a background in representing and advising landowners on renewable energy developments and projects. This role principally involves representing landowners, promoting land, evaluating offers and negotiating terms with the preferred developer.
Oxford is a significant growth area for us and we're looking for candidates who will be integral to the development and success of our Oxford offering. You will work alongside a small team delivering some of the best Renewables projects in the region.
Our UK wide Energy and Renewables department have over doubled in size over the past 18 months and we don't plan on stopping there! We consider ourselves a leader and innovative player in the industry and are committed to driving sustainable solutions for a greener future. The successful applicant will become an integral part of the success and growth of our team. We would consider full time or part time applicants.
What you'll be doing:
- Landowner Representation: Act as a trusted advisor to landowners, promoting their land for renewable energy developments and ensuring their interests are well-represented throughout the project lifecycle.
- Negotiation: Assist in negotiations with developers, advising on heads of terms and reporting to clients with recommendations.
- Collaboration with other Professionals: Work closely with colleagues, solicitors, accountants, and other professional advisors to provide the best advice to clients.
- Site Visits: Conduct regular site visits nationwide to appraise sites, build relationships with clients and meet with developers.
- Communication: Be an active communicator, maintaining professional relationships with clients, providing regular updates on progress and maintaining momentum in negotiations.
Why Bidwells?
- Become a fondly dubbed 'Bidwellian' - you won't be a number in our business, you’ll become part of our family
- Be part of our fun, supportive and collaborative team
- Work with market leading Landowners
- Work on market leading projects that are essential to executing the net zero carbon agenda of the UK
- Learn from experienced professionals with a variety of experience
- Join us on regular social events, examples include curling and crystal maze, Christmas parties and volunteering days
About you:
- MRICS (Desirable but not essential)
- Experience in negotiating renewable energy documentation or commercial leasing negotiations
- Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office
- Experience with mapping software, preferably GIS
- Excellent report writing skills
- Friendly and professional approach
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to prioritise and deal with competing deadlines
- Strong people skills with an ability to communicate via a range of mediums
Why Bidwells?
We’re a different kind of business. Whilst we’re a major player in the property sector Bidwells remains a privately-owned, independent business, a Partnership, with an inclusive, entrepreneurial culture. This is an excellent opportunity to join our Renewables team and for the right person we can offer excellent opportunities for career progression.
What's in it for you?
Competitive Salary: We recognise and reward talent with generous salary and group bonus scheme
Comprehensive Benefits: Including up to 8% matched pension, private medical, medicash plan, paid professional memberships, your birthday off work and lifestyle discounts and perks
Professional Development: Continuous learning, study support and promotion opportunities
Innovative Culture: Be part of a forward-thinking team at the forefront of industry trends
Family Friendly: We offer enhanced family leave policies to support individuals close to you
Bidwells is dedicated to fostering a truly inclusive culture of belonging, where everyone can thrive and succeed as their true and authentic selves at every level. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and positively encourage applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of race, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief. Flexible working requests are considered from day one.
Agencies: Bidwells does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be responsible for related fees.