Head of Reinstatement Cost Assessment (RCA) Surveying

We are working with a well-established and growing property services business seeking to appoint a Head of RCA Surveying to lead and develop a national team.

This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for both technical delivery and team performance. The successful candidate will play a key part in driving quality, consistency and growth across a specialist surveying function, while acting as a trusted support to the senior leadership team.
The Role
Lead and manage a national team of RCA Surveyors
Oversee the delivery of high-quality reinstatement cost assessments and associated reporting
Provide technical leadership and guidance across the team
Support complex or high-value instructions where required
Work closely with senior leadership on process improvement and operational efficiency
Ensure all work is delivered in line with RICS standards, company procedures and legal requirements
Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external clients
Contribute to business development, identifying opportunities to expand services and win new work
Drive team performance, capability development and continuous improvement This is a hands-on leadership role, combining operational oversight with technical involvement.

Key Responsibilities
Undertake property surveys and produce detailed RCA reports
Ensure compliance with all relevant professional and regulatory standards
Manage team performance, ensuring high levels of customer service and technical accuracy
Support and develop surveyors through mentoring and ongoing professional development
Build effective working relationships across property management and operational teams
Contribute to wider business objectives, including growth and service development Candidate Profile
MRICS qualified
Strong background in building surveying within property management and/or insurance environments
Proven experience delivering RCA instructions across a range of property types
Previous experience managing or leading teams
Strong commercial awareness and ability to report at senior level
Solid understanding of health and safety legislation, including CDM
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Experience in insurance-related works (such as fire or flood remediation) is advantageous
Comfortable working across both strategic and operational responsibilities Additional Information
National role with travel as required
Full UK driving licence required This is an opportunity to take on a visible leadership position within a growing business, with scope to shape a team, influence direction and play a key role in its continued success