Building Surveyor | Chartered Building Surveyor

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-disciplinary consultancy in Leeds is seeking a Building Surveyor or Chartered Building Surveyor to join their team. This role offers diverse projects, opportunities for progression, and a supportive team environment. Key responsibilities include delivering building surveying services and managing client relationships, making it essential for candidates to have relevant qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Chartered (MRICS/MCIOB) or nearing APC completion.
• Proven experience in project management.
• Understanding JCT/NEC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Building Surveying and Project Management services across multiple sectors.
• Conduct defect analysis and due diligence reports.
• Liaise directly with clients.

Skills

Project Management

Defect Analysis

Communication

Education

RICS-accredited BSc (Hons) in Building Surveying

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Building Surveyor / Chartered Building Surveyor
Location: Leeds
Salary: Competitive Salary + Benefits + APC/Chartership Support

Penguin Recruitment is proud to be supporting a multi-disciplinary consultancy in their search for a Building Surveyor or Chartered Building Surveyor to join their vibrant and growing team based in Leeds, working on diverse projects across the North region.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a respected team on a wide variety of public and private sector schemes, ranging from refurbishment projects to complex condition and due diligence surveys. The successful candidate will be delivering a full suite of Building Surveying services while benefiting from strong progression pathways and exposure to high-profile clients.

Whether you’re recently chartered or nearing the end of your APC, this position offers long-term development within a forward-thinking and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver Building Surveying and Project Management services across multiple sectors
• Undertake project work including design, specification, contract administration, and refurbishment
• Conduct defect analysis, measured/condition surveys, and due diligence reports
• Liaise directly with clients and manage relationships effectively
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to deliver technically sound, commercially viable solutions
• Contribute to business development and repeat work streams

What We’re Looking For:

• RICS-accredited BSc (Hons) in Building Surveying or equivalent
• Chartered (MRICS/MCIOB) or close to completing APC
• Proven experience in both pre- and post-contract project management
• Track record of delivering small to medium projects (ideally up to £1m capex)
• Strong understanding of JCT/NEC contracts
• Confident user of AutoCAD (Revit experience a bonus)
• Familiarity with CDM 2015 and BSA 2023 legislation
• Previous work across sectors such as education, local authority, healthcare, or infrastructure is desirable

This role offers variety, responsibility, and the chance to make a meaningful impact within a high-performing team. You’ll enjoy a supportive culture, tailored development opportunities, and a diverse portfolio of projects that genuinely make a difference.

Interested?
To apply or find out more, please contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment:
[e-mail]
01792 362 010