Building Surveyor - Surrey

Beach Baker Recruitment; South Nutfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Career progression

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

Beach Baker Recruitment is seeking an experienced Building Surveyor to join a Surrey-based team. You will manage varied projects across residential and commercial portfolios, delivering inspections, surveys, reports and refurbishment work.

Ideal candidates will hold a BSc (Hons) in Building Surveying with strong technical knowledge and the ability to manage multiple projects to deadlines, while maintaining client-focused professionalism.

Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) in Building Surveying or related discipline required.
• Strong technical knowledge of building construction, defects and refurbishment.
• Experience producing professional reports and defect diagnosis.
• Exposure to insurance repair projects desirable.
• Understanding of CDM Regulations 2015, Party Wall matters and Building Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Undertake inspections and provide professional advice on design, construction, maintenance, repair and refurbishment of buildings and sites.
• Carry out condition surveys, acquisition surveys, measured surveys and defect investigations.
• Prepare clear and concise technical reports, specifications and schedules of work.
• Design, manage and oversee refurbishment and repair projects using recognised building contracts and current technical standards.
• Apply relevant legislation and industry guidance, including Building Regulations, Planning legislation, Party Wall matters and Health & Safety requirements.
• Assist in developing existing client relationships and identifying new business opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, quality standards and Health & Safety policies.

Skills

BSc (Hons) Building Surveying

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Written and verbal communication

Client-focused approach

Education

BSc (Hons) in Building Surveying

Job description

Our client is a well-established, multi-disciplinary property and construction consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality surveying, engineering, architecture and insurance-related services across the UK.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Building Surveyor to join their Surrey-based team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional seeking varied project work, career progression and the chance to work alongside a highly skilled team of surveyors, engineers and architects.

The role offers exposure to a diverse range of residential and commercial projects, including insurance-related instructions, defect investigations, refurbishment schemes and technical consultancy services.

The Role

As a Building Surveyor, you will be responsible for delivering a broad range of professional and project services across a varied property portfolio. You will manage your own projects while collaborating closely with colleagues to ensure the successful delivery of client objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake inspections and provide professional advice on the design, construction, maintenance, repair and refurbishment of buildings and sites.
• Carry out condition surveys, acquisition surveys, measured surveys and defect investigations.
• Prepare clear and concise technical reports, specifications and schedules of work.
• Design, manage and oversee refurbishment and repair projects using recognised building contracts and current technical standards.
• Apply relevant legislation and industry guidance, including Building Regulations, Planning legislation, Party Wall matters and Health & Safety requirements.
• Assist in developing existing client relationships and identifying new business opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, quality standards and Health & Safety policies.

About You

The successful candidate will ideally possess:

• A BSc (Hons) in Building Surveying or a related discipline.
• Experience within a building surveying consultancy environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of building construction, defects and refurbishment projects.
• Experience producing professional reports and undertaking defect diagnosis.
• Previous exposure to insurance repair projects (desirable).
• A good understanding of CDM Regulations 2015, Party Wall matters and Building Regulations.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and work to deadlines and budgets.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive, flexible and client-focused approach.

What's on Offer?

In return, our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package alongside genuine opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Benefits include:

• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Clear career progression pathways.
• Healthcare and wellbeing benefits.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Flexible benefits package.
• Generous annual leave entitlement, with options to purchase additional days.
• Access to retail discounts and lifestyle benefits.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected and growing consultancy that values its people and invests in their development. You'll gain exposure to a varied workload, work alongside experienced professionals and have the opportunity to build a long-term career within a supportive and collaborative environment.