Chartered Building Surveyor

17918; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldwych Consulting in North London is seeking a Building Surveyor to take ownership of residential projects from refurbishment to new-build developments. You will lead surveys, technical investigations and project delivery, coordinating contractors and consultants to meet high standards.

Ideal candidates hold a Building Surveying degree with MRICS/MCIOB and strong UK residential experience, plus excellent communication and budgeting skills to progress within a growing business.

Qualifications

• Degree in Building Surveying, Construction Management or related discipline.
• MRICS or MCIOB qualification.
• Strong UK residential surveying experience.
• Excellent technical knowledge across construction, refurbishment and maintenance.
• Good understanding of UK Building Regulations and property legislation.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Proactive, commercially aware approach and ambition to progress.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out condition surveys, defect diagnosis and technical investigations.
• Preparing specifications, schedules of work and tender documentation.
• Managing procurement and contractor/consultant appointments.
• Acting as Contract Administrator and Employer's Agent across residential projects.
• Monitoring quality, programme, health & safety and overall project delivery.
• Advising on repairs, maintenance, building pathology and statutory compliance.
• Managing project budgets, cost reporting and value engineering.
• Coordinating multidisciplinary consultant teams.
• Managing risk, change control and stakeholder expectations.
• Developing strong relationships with clients, consultants and contractors.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Project management

Communication

Budgeting

Education

Degree in Building Surveying / Construction Management or related

Job description

Building Surveyor North London

Excellent Career Progression Build your career. Shape exceptional residential projects. Looking for a Building Surveying role where you can take real ownership, work across high-quality residential developments and have a clear route to progression? We're working with a fast-growing property management and development business with an expanding portfolio across the UK. They're looking to bring an ambitious Building Surveyor into their North London team, offering the chance to play a key role in delivering and maintaining a diverse range of residential assets. From refurbishment and remedial works through to new-build developments, you'll be involved throughout the project lifecycle - providing technical expertise, managing delivery and helping ensure every project meets the highest standards.

The Role

This is a hands-on position combining building surveying, project management and stakeholder engagement. You'll have the autonomy to manage your own projects, work closely with contractors and consultants, and provide practical advice that directly influences project outcomes.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out condition surveys, defect diagnosis and technical investigations.
• Preparing specifications, schedules of work and tender documentation.
• Managing procurement and contractor/consultant appointments.
• Acting as Contract Administrator and Employer's Agent across residential projects.
• Monitoring quality, programme, health & safety and overall project delivery.
• Advising on repairs, maintenance, building pathology and statutory compliance.
• Managing project budgets, cost reporting and value engineering.
• Coordinating multidisciplinary consultant teams.
• Managing risk, change control and stakeholder expectations.
• Developing strong relationships with clients, consultants and contractors.

About You

We're looking for a Building Surveyor who enjoys taking ownership and wants to play a bigger role in the delivery of high-quality residential projects. You'll ideally have:

• A degree in Building Surveying, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• MRICS or MCIOB qualification.
• Strong UK residential surveying experience.
• Excellent technical knowledge across construction, refurbishment and maintenance.
• A good understanding of UK Building Regulations and relevant property legislation.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
• A proactive, commercially aware approach and ambition to progress.

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to join a business with genuine growth plans, where your expertise will be valued and your career can develop alongside the organisation. You'll gain:

• Exposure to a varied portfolio of residential refurbishment and new-build projects.
• Significant autonomy and responsibility from day one.
• A clear opportunity to progress as the business continues to expand.
• A collaborative environment where your ideas can make a difference.
• The chance to work on projects where you can see the direct impact of your expertise.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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