Chartered Building Surveyor

S1jobs; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

S1jobs in Scotland is seeking a Chartered Building Surveyor to deliver a broad range of professional and project-led surveying services across commercial, residential, and public sector clients. You will lead assignments from inception to completion, with responsibility for condition surveys, dilapidations, and contract administration on varied premises.

The role requires MRICS (or equivalent), solid building surveying experience, and strong communication to manage multiple projects while

Qualifications

• MRICS qualified (or equivalent).
• Experience in building surveying across professional services and projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction, building pathology, and contract administration.
• Experience handling commercial property instructions desirable.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a broad range of professional and project-led surveying services.
• Work on refurbishment and redevelopment of commercial offices, retail units, and mixed-use schemes; conduct condition surveys and life cycle assessments.
• Handle dilapidations for landlords and tenants on high-value commercial assets.
• Provide contract administration and project management for fit-outs, renovations, and upgrades.
• Provide technical due diligence for acquisitions and disposals.
• Work on historic and listed buildings with a sensitive approach.
• Support insurance reinstatement projects following damage.

Skills

MRICS

Client-facing

Project management

Communication skills

Time management

Driving licence

Education

MRICS qualification

Job description

What You'll Get In Return

• 50,000 - 60,000 basic salary
• Opportunity to work on a varied and interesting project portfolio across Scotland
• Clear career progression within a highly respected consultancy
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Ongoing professional development and training

Your New Company

A leading and well-established independent property consultancy with a strong presence across Scotland, this organisation is recognised for delivering high-quality surveying services to a diverse client base. Their portfolio spans commercial, residential, and public sector projects, offering exposure to a wide variety of work including traditional buildings, modern developments, and specialist property types. The business prides itself on its collaborative culture, professional development opportunities, and commitment to technical excellence.

Your new role

As a Chartered Building Surveyor, you will play a key role in delivering a broad range of professional and project-led services. You will be involved in a diverse mix of projects including:

• Refurbishment and redevelopment of commercial offices, retail units, and mixed-use schemes
• Condition surveys and life cycle assessments across varied property portfolios
• Dilapidations (acting for both landlord and tenant) on high-value commercial assets
• Contract administration and project management for fit-outs, renovations, and upgrades
• Technical due diligence for acquisitions and disposals
• Work on historic and listed buildings, requiring a sensitive and informed approach.
• Insurance reinstatement projects following damage

This is a client-facing position where you will manage instructions from inception to completion, providing expert advice while building strong and lasting client relationships.

What You'll Need To Succeed

• MRICS qualified (or equivalent)
• Proven experience in building surveying, ideally across a mix of professional services and project work
• Strong technical knowledge of construction, building pathology, and contract administration
• Experience handling commercial property instructions is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively
• Full UK driving licence