Associate / Partner Level Building Surveyor

Carrington West; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Preston is seeking an Associate / Partner Level Chartered Building Surveyor ready to take on a significant leadership role with a pathway to equity partnership. The ideal candidate will oversee a talented team and engage in business development while maintaining their commitment to delivering high-quality building surveying services across various sectors.

Benefits

Pathway to Equity Partnership

Excellent office location in Preston

Friendly and supportive environment

Opportunities for growth and business leadership

Recognised as an Investors in People employer

Qualifications

• Proven senior management capability and team leadership.
• Extensive experience in the private sector, especially commercial.
• Confident with software tools like NBS, AutoCAD, and SAGE.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the full scope of commercial Chartered Building Surveyor duties.
• Lead and mentor a diverse team.
• Act as client lead on key projects and contribute to business growth.

Skills

CDM

Building Safety Act

BIM

Management

Team Leadership

Business Development

Education

MRICS or FRICS accreditation

Tools

NBS

AutoCAD

SAGE

Job description

Ready to shape the future of a growing practice-and become a future equity partner?

We're working with a consultancy based in Preston looking for an Associate / Partner Level Chartered Building Surveyor who's ready to take the reins - not just on projects, but on the business itself. This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior role with a genuine pathway to equity ownership.

About the Company

With a reputation for excellence and a loyal client base across commercial, education, and industrial sectors, this practice offers both stability and ambition. You'll be joining a growing consultancy with a clear vision for the future - one that values leadership, entrepreneurial thinking, and long-term contribution. The business is proud to have exceptionally low staff turnover, and it shows in their culture and commitment to progression.

Job Role

As a senior figure within the team, you'll lead a mix of Chartered and non-Chartered staff, overseeing a range of instructions-both from long-standing frameworks and bespoke projects. Alongside delivering expert building surveying services, you'll play a central role in driving business development and supporting company-wide decisions in areas like finance and marketing.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering the full scope of commercial Chartered Building Surveyor duties
• Leading and mentoring your team
• Acting as client lead on key projects and programmes
• Contributing to strategic business management and growth

Benefits

• Salary in the range of £60,000 - £85,000, depending on experience and level of responsibility
• Pathway to Equity Partnership
• Excellent office location in Preston
• Friendly and supportive environment
• Opportunities for growth and business leadership
• Recognised as an Investors in People employer

Requirements

• MRICS or FRICS accreditation
• Extensive experience in the private sector (commercial, education, or industrial)
• Strong understanding of CDM and the Building Safety Act
• Familiarity with BIM preferred
• Proven senior management capability
• Confident with software such as NBS, AutoCAD, and SAGE
• Full UK driving licence

If you don't meet every requirement, don't worry. Apply - we're open to discussing how your experience might align with the role or other opportunities.

For more information, please contact Izzie Guimaraes at Carrington West on 023 93876 224.

Even if you're not actively looking for a new role, we encourage Building Surveying professionals to get in touch for future opportunities. Carrington West's Property & Building Control division is one of the fastest-growing in the UK, and we have over 50 years of combined experience in the industry.