Associate Building Surveyor

Brandon James; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Building Consultancy in Greater London is seeking an ambitious Chartered Building Surveyor for a Senior role within their team. The position offers the chance to lead projects, manage client relationships, and mentor juniors. Key responsibilities include delivering surveying services across various portfolios, contract administration, and strategic growth involvement. The role promises a salary between £75,000 - £85,000 plus bonuses and comprehensive benefits including flexible working, professional support, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Private healthcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Professional membership support

Global travel scholarship programme

Structured mentoring and career development

Flexible/Hybrid working arrangements

Qualifications

• Essential MRICS accreditation.
• In-depth knowledge of construction methods and legislation.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Management of building surveying commissions.
• Contract administration for projects.
• Providing expert advice to clients.
• Mentorship of junior team members.
• Managing maintenance schedules.
• Supporting business unit directors.
• Preparing proposals and fee bids.
• Ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Skills

Post-qualification Building Surveying experience

Contract administration

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Financial acumen

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors)

Job description

Dynamic and growing Building Consultancy with a strong presence across Central and Greater London, are seeking an ambitious Chartered Building Surveyor to step into a Senior role within their Building Surveying team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual who's keen to work with an enviable client base of commercial landlords and public sector organisations across a variety of landmark portfolios.

The Successful Senior Building Surveyor Will Be Offered:

• Not only the chance to lead and manage your own projects and clients, but also to play a key role in the mentorship and development of junior surveyors, supporting the business unit's ongoing growth and success.

The Company's Profile

This is a forward-thinking consultancy with a collaborative and people-first culture, offering its employees the tools and autonomy to thrive. With a strong focus on professional development, flexible working, and a diverse project pipeline, they continue to build on their reputation as a trusted name in the industry.

The Senior Building Surveyor's Role

As a key point of contact for clients—predominantly within the commercial real estate sector—you will deliver a wide range of professional building surveying services across commercial portfolios. This includes everything from condition surveys, dilapidation advice, and party wall matters, through to contract administration and delivering CAT A/B fit‑outs, remedial, and refurbishment projects.

You’ll also have the opportunity to manage teams, lead service delivery, and be involved in the strategic growth of the business unit.

Day‑to‑Day Responsibilities Include:

• Managing and delivering building surveying commissions across feasibility, design, and project delivery stages
• Leading contract administration for new build, refurbishment, and maintenance projects
• Providing expert advice to clients and stakeholders across the full property lifecycle
• Mentoring and developing junior team members
• Preparing and managing planned preventative maintenance schedules
• Supporting business unit directors in meeting wider commercial goals
• Preparing proposals and fee bids
• Ensuring high‑quality service delivery across all technical outputs
• Managing sub‑consultants and ensuring compliance with appointment processes

The Successful Senior Building Surveyor Will Have:

Qualifications:

• MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) – Essential

Experience & Skills:

• Broad, in‑depth post‑qualification Building Surveying experience
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, legislation, and procurement strategies
• Confident administering contracts as Employer's Agent / Contract Administrator
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills
• Commercially aware with strong financial and negotiation abilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

In Return?

• £75,000 - £85,000
• Discretionary bonus
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Contributory pension scheme
• Private healthcare
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Professional membership support
• Global travel scholarship programme
• Structured mentoring and career development
• Flexible/Hybrid working arrangements

If you're a Chartered Building Surveyor ready to take the next step in your career, please get in touch with Chris van Aurich at Brandon James to discuss further.