Building Surveyor

Building Careers UK Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Benefits Package

Varied client portfolio

Career progression

Leadership opportunities

Supportive environment

Job summary

Building Careers UK Ltd in Manchester seeks a Building Surveyor to join a growing consultancy. You will work directly with clients and senior colleagues to deliver high-quality surveying services and progress towards Chartered status.

You will gain exposure to condition surveys, dilapidations, party wall matters and feasibility studies, with early client contact and support toward RICS Chartership.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Building Surveying or a relevant discipline.
• At least 1 year's experience within a Building Surveying role.
• Working towards RICS Chartership or committed to commencing the APC process.
• Experience within a consultancy environment preferred.
• Strong understanding of building surveying principles and practices.
• Experience with condition surveys, defects and professional reporting.
• Exposure to dilapidations, party wall matters or feasibility studies advantageous.
• Understanding of JCT building contracts desirable.
• Strong client-facing and communication skills.
• Commercially aware with the ability to manage client expectations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Delivering a broad range of professional building surveying services.
• Undertaking condition surveys and building inspections.
• Investigating defects and providing clear technical recommendations.
• Preparing dilapidations reports and schedules.
• Supporting party wall matters and related instructions.
• Assisting with feasibility studies and pre-project advice.
• Developing detailed client briefs in conjunction with stakeholders and senior colleagues.
• Preparing specifications, schedules of work and tender documentation.
• Supporting the design and development of refurbishment projects.
• Administering building contracts, primarily JCT.
• Monitoring project progress, quality and costs.
• Acting as a key point of contact for clients.
• Building strong and lasting client relationships.
• Liaising with contractors, consultants and other project stakeholders.
• Managing multiple instructions and deadlines effectively.
• Working closely with senior colleagues to deliver successful project outcomes.
• Developing your technical and professional experience towards RICS Chartership.

Skills

Client-facing skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Driving licence

Education

Degree in Building Surveying

Tools

JCT contracts knowledge

Job description

Building Surveyor

Location - Manchester

Salary/Package - Competitive + Excellent Benefits Package

About the Company

Our client is an established property and construction consultancy with a growing Building Surveying team and a strong portfolio of work. Currently looking to appoint an ambitious Building Surveyor to join their Manchester team. The role offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced surveyors and senior colleagues, gain valuable exposure to a varied client portfolio and develop towards Chartered status within a supportive professional environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Building Surveyor with 1+ years' experience who is looking to progress their career, broaden their technical experience and work towards becoming RICS Chartered.

The Role

As a Building Surveyor, you will be involved across a broad range of professional building surveying instructions, working directly with clients and senior colleagues to deliver high-quality technical and commercial advice.

You will have the opportunity to gain experience across condition surveys, defect diagnosis, dilapidations, party wall matters and feasibility studies, alongside the preparation of specifications, tender documentation and contract administration.

The role provides genuine client exposure from an early stage, with responsibility for developing client briefs, coordinating with stakeholders and supporting projects through to successful completion.

Working within an established and growing team, you will be given the support and development required to progress towards RICS Chartership, while taking on increasing responsibility as your experience develops.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering a broad range of professional building surveying services
• Undertaking condition surveys and building inspections
• Investigating defects and providing clear technical recommendations
• Preparing dilapidations reports and schedules
• Supporting party wall matters and related instructions
• Assisting with feasibility studies and pre-project advice
• Developing detailed client briefs in conjunction with stakeholders and senior colleagues
• Preparing specifications, schedules of work and tender documentation
• Supporting the design and development of refurbishment projects
• Administering building contracts, primarily JCT
• Monitoring project progress, quality and costs
• Acting as a key point of contact for clients
• Building strong and lasting client relationships
• Liaising with contractors, consultants and other project stakeholders
• Managing multiple instructions and deadlines effectively
• Working closely with senior colleagues to deliver successful project outcomes
• Developing your technical and professional experience towards RICS Chartership

The Ideal Candidate

• Degree qualified in Building Surveying or a relevant discipline
• At least 1 years' experience within a Building Surveying role
• Working towards RICS Chartership or committed to commencing the APC process
• Experience within a consultancy environment preferred
• Strong understanding of building surveying principles and practices
• Experience with condition surveys, defects and professional reporting
• Exposure to dilapidations, party wall matters or feasibility studies advantageous
• Understanding of JCT building contracts desirable
• Strong client-facing and communication skills
• Commercially aware with the ability to manage client expectations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Full UK Driving Licence

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary + Excellent Benefits Package
• Exposure to a varied and high-quality client portfolio
• Broad professional building surveying experience
• Early client and project exposure
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced senior surveyors
• Clear long-term career progression
• Supportive and collaborative consultancy environment
• Opportunity to develop towards senior and leadership positions

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities.

Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities.

Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates.

Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted