Building Surveyor

Brandon James Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-disciplinary consultancy is seeking an ambitious Building Surveyor to enhance their offerings in the East Midlands. This role promises variety, responsibility, and a solid career progression within a supportive environment that values professional development.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

34 days holiday including bank holidays

Health cash plan & 24/7 GP appointments

Professional subscriptions paid

Company mobile phone

Qualifications

• 5+ years relevant experience in consultancy or client-side.
• Strong understanding of commercial buildings and property.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct building condition surveys and provide maintenance advice.
• Prepare specifications, drawings, and contracts.
• Manage multi-site capital works programmes.

Skills

Problem solving

Project management

Communication

Education

BSc in Building Surveying or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

A client of mine, a long-established and award-winning multi-disciplinary consultancy, are looking to speak with an ambitious Building Surveyor to support the growth of their Building Surveying offering across their regional offices – including a strong presence in the East Midlands.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive and well-rounded Building Surveyor to take on a varied and flexible role, with increased responsibility, training opportunities, and a clear route for professional development.

The Company’s Profile

With over 50 years of experience delivering architectural, surveying, project management and health & safety services, my client is a highly respected name in the sector. Their reputation for quality, long-standing client relationships and commitment to staff development has earned them multiple awards – and a strong pipeline of work across both public and private sectors.

They operate as a tight-knit, supportive team, offering true cross-discipline collaboration and a work environment where each individual is recognised and valued.

The Building Surveyor Role

The successful Building Surveyor will play a pivotal role in a growing Building Surveying function, working on a range of commercial and educational schemes, and delivering key services such as:

• Building condition surveys

• Maintenance and capital improvement advice

• Preparing specifications, drawings and schedules of work

• Contract administration and project delivery

• Managing multi-site capital works programmes

• Supporting clients with technical and strategic advice

• Working closely with both internal design teams and external stakeholders

The role offers genuine variety, autonomy and the opportunity to work across the full life cycle of projects, with clear progression into more senior positions as the team expands.

The Successful Building Surveyor Will Have

Qualifications & Experience:

• BSc in Building Surveying or related field (or qualified by experience)

• At least 5 years’ relevant experience within a similar consultancy or client-side environment

• Strong practical understanding of commercial buildings and property

• Ideally, experience within the education sector (not essential)

• Strong problem-solving abilities and ability to manage competing deadlines

• Proficient in AutoCAD and standard Microsoft Office applications

• A full UK driving licence

In Return?

• £40,000 – £50,000

• Contributory pension scheme

• 34 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)

• 1 day per year CSR volunteering leave

• Health and wellbeing support

• Health cash plan & 24/7 GP appointments

• High street discounts & perks

• Professional subscriptions paid

• Company mobile phone

• Subsidised social events

• Private office parking

• Long service awards

• Clear career development support and promotion pathways

If you’re a Building Surveyor looking for more variety, autonomy, and a business that genuinely invests in its people – please contact Chris van Aurich at Brandon James.