Chartered Building Surveyor

Brandon James Ltd; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking a Chartered Building Surveyor to join their London team. The role involves delivering high-quality surveying services across various sectors and offers a competitive salary (£45,000-£55,000) along with 25 days of annual leave and opportunities for career growth in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

RICS membership fees covered

Company pension scheme

Flexible/hybrid working options

Internal mentoring

Qualifications

• MRICS qualified (essential) or working towards chartership.
• Solid private-practice experience in building surveying across multiple sectors.
• Strong technical expertise in building defect diagnosis and dilapidations.

Responsibilities

• Conducting inspections and producing building condition surveys.
• Managing dilapidations and party wall matters.
• Preparing specifications, schedules, and technical reports.
• Undertaking insurance valuations and condition-based property assessments.
• Advising on property acquisition/development needs.
• Supporting pre- and post-contract construction and feasibility services.

Skills

Building survey techniques

Client relationship management

Technical report preparation

Contract administration

Education

MRICS qualification

Job description

Overview

A client of mine, an independently owned and multi-disciplined consultancy specialising in building surveying, project management, cost consultancy, and more, is looking to appoint a Chartered Building Surveyor to join their London team and support their expanding practice. This role offers exposure across a diverse range of sectors and a potential route to leadership as the office grows.

The Company’s Profile

With a reputation built on a dynamic, innovative approach and over 100 years of combined experience, this consultancy prides itself on delivering expert, tailored advice to both private sector developers and public sector clients. As a RICS and CIOB regulated practice, the firm is driven by professionalism, collaboration, and long-term client relationships.

The Chartered Building Surveyor Role

You will take a central role in delivering high-quality surveying services across a varied portfolio including commercial, industrial, residential and institutional projects. You’ll liaise directly with clients, contractors, and internal colleagues to ensure commercial and technical excellence. Core responsibilities include:

• Conducting inspections and producing building condition surveys
• Managing dilapidations and party wall matters
• Preparing specifications, schedules, and technical reports
• Undertaking insurance valuations and condition-based property assessments
• Advising on property acquisition/development needs
• Supporting pre- and post-contract construction and feasibility services

This role blends hands-on surveying with strategic input to support the growth of the regional office.

The Successful Chartered Building Surveyor Will Have

Qualifications:

• MRICS qualified (essential) or working towards chartership

Knowledge & Attributes

• Solid private-practice experience in building surveying across multiple sectors
• Confident in client-facing situations and relationship management
• Commercially aware with a pragmatic, solutions-driven approach
• Strong technical expertise in building defect diagnosis, planning, regulations, contract administration, party wall and dilapidations
• Full UK driving licence, enabling flexibility across London and surrounding regions

In Return?

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience (typically £45,000-£55,000)
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• RICS membership fees covered
• Company pension scheme
• Flexible/hybrid working options
• Internal mentoring and structured career progression
• Real opportunity to play a key part in expanding the London office, with potential path to Head of Department

If you’re a Chartered Building Surveyor with ambition, commercial acumen, and a well-rounded technical skillset, eager to elevate your career with a consultancy offering genuine growth potential, please contact Chris van Aurich at Brandon James.