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Amy Dalton-Childs

Amy Dalton-Childs

Derbyshire

Summary

Building Surveyor with strong experience across residential and mixed-use developments, specialising in building surveying, contract administration, and project delivery.

Currently completing a BSc (Hons) in Building Surveying alongside full-time employment, demonstrating strong time management, commercial awareness, and technical competence.

Experienced in managing major works programmes, tendering and procurement, contractor coordination, and administering works under JCT contracts.

Proven ability to liaise effectively with clients, managing agents, consultants and contractors to deliver projects compliantly and efficiently with a clear focus on risk management, quality, and cost control.

Background includes involvement on high-value residential schemes, close collaboration with appointed managing agents and hands-on responsibility for inspections, reporting, and stakeholder communication.

Associate Member of ATPI achieved while working in a property management role and now progressing towards RICS chartership.

Highly organised, detail-driven, and confident in balancing technical surveying duties with client-facing project management responsibilities.

Seeking to continue developing within a building surveying role that supports APC progression and exposure to complex residential and commercial projects.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work history

Building Surveyor

Project & Co
Wickford , Essex
06.2020 - Current
  • Carry out building inspections, condition surveys and defect investigations across residential and mixed-use properties
  • Prepare clear, professional written reports identifying defects, causes and recommended remedial works
  • Assist with and administer works under JCT contracts, including valuations, variations and final accounts
  • Manage contractors on site, monitoring progress, quality and health & safety compliance
  • Support planned maintenance programmes and major works projects from inception through to completion
  • Assist with tender documentation, tender analysis and contractor recommendations
  • Liaise directly with clients, managing agents, consultants and contractors
  • Maintain accurate project records, action trackers and supporting documentation
  • Secured planning permissions by liaising with local council representatives.

Notable Projects:

  • Egerton Gardens, South Kensington (Section 20) - £312k Contract Administrator for External Repairs and Redecorations
  • The Oaks, Brentwood (Private Client) – £419k Contract Administrator and Principal Designer for Fire Reinstatement Works.
  • Vista Tower, Stevenage (Section 20) - £105k Contract Administrator and Principal Designer for full roof overlay and associated works.
  • The Railstore, Romford (Property Management Client) - £3.5k 20 year CAPEX survey conducted on a listed converted residential block of 100 units.

Completed CPD Examples:

  • RICS Ethics
  • Woodworm and Rot
  • Flat Roof Refurbishment and Moisture Mapping
  • Asbestos Awareness
  • Concrete Repair and Protection
  • Below Ground Waterproofing
  • Stone Structures

Operations Coordinator

Berkeley Homes
South East London
01.2020 - 05.2020
  • Supported delivery of high-profile residential schemes, including One Tower Bridge
  • Coordinated project and operational documentation across live developments
  • Liaised closely with appointed managing agents during handover and post-completion stages
  • Supported site and project teams with operational and compliance requirements
  • Gained early exposure to residential construction, handover processes and building operations

Property Manager

London Block Management Ltd
London
07.2018 - 01.2020
  • Managed day-to-day residential property management activities of 300 units across varying sites and residential schemes
  • Acted as first point of contact for leaseholders, tenants and stakeholders
  • Coordinated reactive maintenance works and instructed contractors
  • Monitored works on site to ensure quality, programme and compliance
  • Assisted with health & safety, statutory compliance and record keeping
  • Liaised with managing agents, contractors and consultants
  • Maintained clear records, reports and correspondence

Property Manager

Gateway Property Management Ltd
Southend-on-Sea
04.2016 - 07.2018
  • Carried out property inspections for maintaining a high standard of cleanliness and repair.
  • Implemented cost-effective maintenance plans leading to preservation of property value over time.
  • Streamlined administrative processes, improving efficiency within the office environment.
  • Organised regular meetings with property owners regarding updates or concerns related to their investments.
  • Maintained strong relationships with vendors through regular communication, resulting in prompt service delivery.
  • Coordinated repair work, minimising disruption to tenants.
  • Oversaw property maintenance, working with various tradesmen to complete repairs.

Education

Associate -

The Property Institute
London
03.2018 -

Bachelor of Science - Building Surveying

Anglia Ruskin University
Chelmsford, Essex
01.2020 -

A-Levels - Business Studies

Shoeburyness High School
Southend-on-Sea
09.2017 - 07.2018

A-Levels - Travel and Tourism

Shoeburyness High School
Southend-on-Sea
09.2017 - 07.2018

A-Levels - Law

Shoeburyness High School
Southend-on-Sea
09.2017 - 07.2018

A-Levels - English

Shoeburyness High School
Southend-on-Sea
09.2017 - 07.2018

GCSEs - English

Shoeburyness High School
Southend-on-Sea

GCSEs - Mathematics

Shoeburyness High School
Southend-on-Sea

GCSEs - Triple Science

Shoeburyness High School
Southend-on-Sea

GCSEs - Catering

Shoeburyness High School
Southend-on-Sea

GCSEs - Geography

Shoeburyness High School
Southend-on-Sea

GCSEs - Physical Education

Shoeburyness High School
Southend-on-Sea

GCSEs - IT

Shoeburyness High School
Southend-on-Sea

Skills

  • Communication
  • Planning
  • Building regulation knowledge
  • Contract understanding
  • Efficient organisation
  • Customer service attitude
  • Client relations
  • Presentation
  • Time keeping
  • Attention to detail
  • Team Player

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Building Surveyor

Project & Co
06.2020 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Building Surveying

Anglia Ruskin University
01.2020 -

Operations Coordinator

Berkeley Homes
01.2020 - 05.2020

Property Manager

London Block Management Ltd
07.2018 - 01.2020

Associate -

The Property Institute
03.2018 -

A-Levels - Business Studies

Shoeburyness High School
09.2017 - 07.2018

A-Levels - Travel and Tourism

Shoeburyness High School
09.2017 - 07.2018

A-Levels - Law

Shoeburyness High School
09.2017 - 07.2018

A-Levels - English

Shoeburyness High School
09.2017 - 07.2018

Property Manager

Gateway Property Management Ltd
04.2016 - 07.2018

GCSEs - English

Shoeburyness High School

GCSEs - Mathematics

Shoeburyness High School

GCSEs - Triple Science

Shoeburyness High School

GCSEs - Catering

Shoeburyness High School

GCSEs - Geography

Shoeburyness High School

GCSEs - Physical Education

Shoeburyness High School

GCSEs - IT

Shoeburyness High School
Amy Dalton-Childs