Building Surveyor

Aldwych Consulting; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction and property consultancy in Plymouth seeks an ambitious Building Surveyor with project management experience. The candidate will handle projects from feasibility to completion, act as a Project Manager, and manage client relationships. The role includes delivering diverse projects in residential, healthcare, and conservation sectors. Offering a competitive salary, hybrid working, and strong emphasis on personal development, this role is perfect for a confident professional eager to take ownership and influence outcomes.

Benefits

Salary up to £55,000

25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Private healthcare and pension scheme

Cycle-to-work scheme

Regular social and team events

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience in Building Surveying with project management responsibilities.
• Experience in public and private sector projects.
• A proactive, collaborative, and personable approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver projects from feasibility through to completion.
• Act as Project Manager and key client contact on appointed schemes.
• Undertake building surveys, technical due diligence, and condition assessments.

Skills

Project management experience

Building surveying expertise

Strong pre- and post-contract knowledge

Consultancy-based experience

Client relationship management

Education

APC completed or working towards completion

Tools

MacBook

Job description

Building Surveyor - Plymouth - Construction & Property Consultancy - Salary up to £55k

Are you a Building Surveyor who enjoys running projects end‑to‑end and wants a role with more ownership, variety and influence?

Do you want to work on complex, high‑value schemes while being part of a supportive, forward‑thinking consultancy where people genuinely enjoy what they do?

If you're looking for a role that blends technical surveying expertise with hands‑on project management, this could be the perfect next step.

The Opportunity

An established and expanding construction & property consultancy in Plymouth is looking to strengthen its Building Surveying team with the appointment of an ambitious Building Surveyor with project management experience.

Working closely with Directors and Senior Surveyors, you'll deliver a diverse range of projects across:

• Residential developments
• Commercial property
• Healthcare facilities
• Heritage and conservation schemes
• Public sector programmes

The workload includes new‑build developments, major refurbishments, heritage restorations and complex project recoveries, offering real technical depth and variety.

You’ll be given genuine responsibility from day one, along with the autonomy and support needed to progress.

The Role

This is a hybrid Building Surveying and Project Management role, ideal for someone who enjoys both the technical and delivery sides of projects.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering projects from feasibility through to completion
• Acting as Project Manager and key client contact on appointed schemes
• Managing programmes, budgets, risks and reporting
• Undertaking building surveys, technical due diligence and condition assessments
• Preparing reports, specifications and project documentation
• Coordinating consultants, contractors and internal teams
• Providing technical input across design, procurement and construction phases
• Supporting the recovery of complex or distressed projects
• Building strong client relationships and representing the consultancy externally

About You

You'll be a capable and confident Building Surveyor who is comfortable taking ownership of projects and working directly with clients.

Ideally, you'll bring:

• At least 3 years' experience in Building Surveying, with project management responsibilities
• Consultancy-based experience
• Exposure to both public and private sector projects
• Strong pre‑ and post‑contract knowledge
• APC completed or working towards completion
• A proactive, collaborative and personable approach
• Willingness to travel to project sites when required

What's on Offer

This consultancy places real emphasis on people, development and balance, offering:

• Salary up to £55,000
• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Private healthcare and pension scheme
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme
• MacBook and full IT setup
• Regular social and team events

You’ll joining a business that values input, encourages progression and supports long-term careers - not just short-term outputs.

Interested? Apply now!