JOB SUMMARY

The Valuation Office Agency (VOA) are the public sector’s property valuation experts and advisers with a vision to be a world-leading provider of public sector valuations. As one of the largest employers of surveyors in the country, our work is vital to the collection of over £60 billion of revenue which goes back into communities, touching every citizen and every business across England and Wales.
We champion the values of professionalism, integrity, respect and innovation. We are committed to providing a collaborative and supportive working environment that encourages every colleague to contribute, grow and excel together. With opportunities to drive your own development and growth, we empower our colleagues to succeed by ensuring support at every step of their career journey.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Possession of a full MRICS/FRICS qualification in Quantity or Building Surveying is essential. The successful candidate must apply for Registered Valuer status within one month of commencing the role.
• Demonstrates advanced technical knowledge and skills within their professional discipline, including expertise in building construction, cost management, building pathology, and a working knowledge of building services.
• Proven ability to exercise sound and balanced judgement, often in situations with limited information. Capable of handling complex casework with discretion and independence.
• Strong communication and organisational skills are essential. The role requires excellent interpersonal abilities, including the capacity to mentor and support colleagues effectively.
• Demonstrated experience in managing projects, with the ability to prioritise and multitask in a fast-paced environment. Must consistently meet deadlines and delivery targets agreed with clients.
• Willingness and ability to travel as required, including overnight stays, to fulfil the responsibilities of the role.
• Must be eligible for and willing to obtaining Developed Vetting (DV) level security clearance. Application for clearance must be submitted within one month of starting the role, due to the sensitive nature of some assignments. For further information please follow the link: See our vetting charter.

QUALIFICATIONS

Possession of a full MRICS/FRICS qualification in Quantity or Building Surveying is essential. The successful candidate must apply for Registered Valuer status within one month of commencing the role.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

We’ll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

• As part of the interview you will be asked technical questions and required to give a 10 min presentation to assess your technical skills.

SELECTION PROCESS DETAILS

This vacancy is using Success Profiles , and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths, Experience and Technical skills.
If you can meet our person requirements above, we are keen to hear from you. To apply for this post, you must complete an online application with the following:
A CV setting out your Job History/Full Qualifications/Previous skills and experiences.
A Personal Statement (maximum 750 words), please outline your suitability for the role. Please pay particular attention to the ‘Essential Criteria’ and ‘Person Specification’ outlined in the advert when providing your answer.
Sift 26 September - 1 October Please note these dates are provisional and may be subject to change.
We will assess you on your CV, Personal Statement, Memberships and Qualifications.
Should a large number of applications be received, an initial sift may be conducted on your Personal Statement. Candidates who pass the initial sift may be progressed to a full sift or progressed straight to interview.
Interviews - 16 -17 October Please note these dates are provisional and may be subject to change. These will be confirmed should you be invited to interview.
Interviews are currently taking place using Microsoft Teams Video. We will provide more detail if you are shortlisted for interview.
We will assess you on the Behaviours listed in the job description, Strengths, Technical Skills and a Presentation.
At the interview, the panel can then probe further and ask applicants to provide further specific examples that show how they best demonstrate their skills.

NATIONALITY REQUIREMENTS

This job is broadly open to the following groups:

• UK nationals
• nationals of the Republic of Ireland
• nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
• nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
• individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
• Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service

Further information on nationality requirements

BEAMS TECHNICAL FUNCTIONS LEAD CHARTERED BUILDING OR QUANTITY SURVEYOR – ROLE OVERVIEW

Join a high-impact team where your expertise will shape the future of the built environment. As a key member of the BEAMS team, you’ll tackle complex and challenging casework, delivering high-level technical and professional advice that drives confident decision-making.
You’ll play a pivotal role as an expert witness in tribunals and litigation hearings, negotiate with stakeholders across all levels, and provide strategic technical leadership. Beyond casework, you’ll empower others—delivering formal training and mentoring colleagues across the organisation in construction-related cost and repair matters.
This is a role for someone who thrives on complexity, values collaboration, and is passionate about raising professional standards across the sector.

BEAMS TECHNICAL FUNCTIONS LEAD CHARTERED BUILDING OR QUANTITY SURVEYOR – KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage the delivery of commercial professional services on behalf of BEAMS for District Valuer Services (DVS), ensuring all commissioned work is completed to a high standard, on time, and in line with client expectations.
• Personally undertake the most complex, high-risk, or contentious valuation and property casework, applying expert knowledge and sound professional judgment.
• Act as an expert witness in complex litigation, representing DVS at the Valuation Tribunal for England (VTE), Valuation Tribunal for Wales (VTW), Upper Tribunal (Lands Chamber), and higher courts as required.
• Apply advanced analytical and evaluative skills to resolve sensitive or technically challenging cases, providing strategic advice to senior leaders on implications, risks, and outcomes.
• Provide technical leadership across the BEAMS Team and wider VOA, offering coaching, mentoring, and feedback to build capability and close skills gaps.
• Champion continuous professional development (CPD) by identifying knowledge gaps, supporting learning initiatives, and contributing to technical guidance, practice notes, and team communications.
• Take full accountability for the delivery of operational targets, monitoring team outputs against strategic objectives, identifying performance issues, and implementing corrective actions to drive continuous improvement.
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks, anticipating emerging issues and implementing effective solutions or escalation strategies to maintain service quality and integrity.
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships, both internally and externally, to support project delivery, enhance collaboration, and identify new business opportunities.
• Support workforce planning and resource allocation, fostering a culture of innovation, adaptability, and continuous improvement within the team.
• Oversee the management of inboxes, work monitors, and casework, ensuring all activity is handled professionally, commercially, and efficiently.
• To support wider business needs, you may be required to step into other technical G7 roles within the team, demonstrating flexibility and a commitment to organisational priorities.