Building Surveyor

AtkinsRéalis; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established consultancy in Manchester is seeking a Building Surveyor to manage and deliver diverse projects from inception to completion. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree in Building Surveying and strong project management skills. This role offers a competitive salary of £30,000 - £45,000 and includes benefits like hybrid working, a pension contribution, and career progression opportunities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Salary sacrifice car allowance

Pension contribution

Generous annual leave

Health & wellbeing allowance

Mobile phone allowance

Flexible working hours

APC support

Social events

Qualifications

• Significant project experience working for a consultancy firm.
• Experience delivering projects within a consultancy environment.
• Experience in contract administration and project management.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver projects across the full lifecycle from inception to completion.
• Prepare client briefs, feasibility studies, specifications, and tender documentation.
• Carry out site inspections, condition and damp surveys.

Skills

Project management

Contract administration

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Relevant degree in Building Surveying

Job description

They are seeking a Building Surveyor with solid project experience within a consultancy environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading and delivering projects through the full lifecycle from feasibility and design through to handover. You'll manage your own workload, be client-facing, and get involved in a diverse mix of work ranging from small-scale refurbishments to multi-million-pound new builds.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver projects across the full lifecycle from inception to completion.
• Prepare client briefs, feasibility studies, specifications, and tender documentation.
• Administer JCT contracts and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Carry out site inspections, condition and damp surveys.
• Oversee project handovers and snagging processes.
• Liaise closely with clients, contractors, and other consultants.
• Support with bid writing and business development when required.

To be successful in this Building Surveyor role in Manchester, you will bring significant project experience working for a consultancy firm.

Key Requirements

• Relevant degree within Building Surveying.
• MRICS or CIOB chartership is beneficial but not essential.
• Experience delivering projects within a consultancy environment.
• Experience in contract administration and project management, with strong knowledge of JCT contracts.
• Commercially aware with the ability to work independently as well as part of a close-knit team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Driven, ambitious, and motivated to take on responsibility within a growing consultancy.
• Strong organisational skills, able to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality work under pressure.
• Willingness to complete a DBS check.
• Full UK driving licence and own vehicle.

Atkins Search is currently recruiting for a Building Surveyor to join a well-established, independent multidisciplinary consultancy that's experiencing an exciting period of growth. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects across the education, healthcare, residential, and commercial sectors, this is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of your work and be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team.

You’ll be joining a consultancy that prides itself on being transparent, original, and people focused. They offer genuine autonomy, varied projects, and clear routes for progression as the business continues to expand across the UK. Client My client is a well-established, multidisciplinary consultancy with over two decades of success delivering projects across the UK. With offices Nationally, they're entering an exciting growth phase driven by new client wins and expanding service offerings. They have a large presence in the education sector but also cover sectors such as healthcare, residential, and commercial. Their culture is collaborative, social, and genuinely supportive environment with a team that values transparency, originality, and teamwork. My client is now looking to offer an experienced Building Surveyor an opportunity to join a business where you can make a real impact, lead projects, and enjoy what you and there are plenty of opportunities to progress as the business continues to grow.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary (£30,000 - £45,000 negotiable depending on experience)
• Salary sacrifice car allowance
• Pension contribution
• Generous annual leave
• Health & wellbeing allowance
• Mobile phone allowance
• Hybrid working
• Flexible working hours
• APC support
• Clear career progression path
• Social events