Building Surveyor

Fulkers Bailey Russell; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction consultancy in Brighton seeks a dedicated Building Surveyor to join their Public Sector team. The role involves overseeing projects from start to finish, working collaboratively with senior surveyors while prioritizing client satisfaction. This position offers hybrid working arrangements and a strong focus on sustainability and team empowerment. The ideal candidate will hold a RICS-accredited degree and be client-focused, with the ability to manage projects effectively. Competitive benefits and an inclusive work environment are also part of the offer.

Benefits

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Private health cover from day one

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Agile working policy

Annual discretionary bonus

Company pension scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree qualification (RICS-accredited or equivalent) is essential.
• Experience in building surveying and project management with minimal supervision is required.
• Strong technical skills across core areas of building surveying.

Responsibilities

• Acting as Contract Administrator and Employers Agent.
• Preparation of project design and specifications.
• Managing projects of varied size and complexity.
• Undertake surveys and site inspections.
• Preparation of tender documentation and evaluations.

Skills

Building Surveying expertise

Client-focused mindset

Networking

Leadership skills

Education

Degree qualification (RICS-accredited or equivalent)

Chartered or working towards RICS chartership

Job description

We are looking for adedicatedBuilding Surveyor to join our dynamic and driven construction consultancy, working with our Public Sector team working across a range of projects, from healthcare, blue light, education and local government.

Why Fulkers Bailey Russell?

At Fulkers Bailey Russell,we’renot just about delivering projects —we’rea construction consultancy that is focused on making a positive impact. We deliver exceptional consultancy services, championsustainability and most importantly, empower andprioritise ourpeople.

As a proud B Corp,we’recommitted tohigh standardsof social and environmental performanceandmaking the journey smooth and successful for our clients.We’rebig enough to lead complex, high-profile projects, yet small enough to genuinely support andcare for our employees – our 'Fulkers people'.

What does the role involve?

AsaBuilding Surveyorwith us,you’llbe working closely with our Senior Building Surveyors and Associates to oversee projects and tasks from start to finish. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse team of construction professionals and stakeholders, ensuring that projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. Your goal will be to achievea high levelof client satisfaction.This role offershybrid workingwith on-site visits as needed — supporting both project success and a healthy work-life balance.

Responsibilities

• Acting as Contract Administrator and / or Employers Agent whenrequired
• Preparation of project design and specifications
• Managing projects of varied size and complexity
• Undertake surveys and site inspections
• Preparation of tender documentation, tender evaluations, and tender recommendations
• Support inprovidingcontractual advice pre and post contract to other design team members and clients
• Prepare existing and proposed plans in CAD format, managing the review of plans
• Managing and working with multi-disciplinary project teams
• Act as lead designer
• Managing and coordinating site visits and surveys
• Undertaking general day to day project duties
• Preparation of Feasibility reports
• Preparation of Building Regulation and planning applications
• Assistingsenior surveyors and associate directors with Party Wall Matters, Acquisition and Condition Surveys and Dilapidations.
• Maintainingtechnical working understanding of Buildings, construction, management, and operations, including their defects, andassistwith the technical knowledge of other colleagues.
• Always take personal responsibility for the health and safety of yourself and others by working within company H&S procedures
• Endeavour to improve our social and environmental impact
• Any other duties as reasonablyrequired

Requirements

• Degree qualification (RICS-accredited or equivalent)
• Chartered or working towards RICS chartership
• Strong technical grounding across all core areas of building surveying
• Client-focused mindset with a drive to deliver cost-effective, outcome-based solutions
• Ability to manage projects with minimal supervision
• Confident in networking and keen to support business development activities
• Capable of delegating tasks effectively and developing leadership skills
• Please note : Due to client requirements, this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check

Benefits

• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), plus an extra paid day off for your birthday and Christmas shutdown
• Optionto buy or carry over up to 5additionalholiday days annually
• Private health cover from day one
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and charitable volunteer leave
• Agile working policy
• Annual discretionary bonus and salary review
• Company pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Access to a wellbeing appandonline learning platform
• Career development, chartership supportand training opportunities
• Internal recruitmentreferral bonusscheme

Fulkers Bailey Russell is now a Certified B Corporation, meetinghigh standardsof social and environmental performance. We're dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace - diversity in our team leads to creativity, innovation, and better business outcomes, and we promote equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. Join us and be part of a team that values and celebrates diversity.