Chartered Building Surveyor

Brandon James; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist Building Consultancy is looking for a Chartered Building Surveyor to join their team in Leeds. This role involves managing diverse projects while providing expert advice across the property sector. The company offers a clear progression path to Head of Department, competitive salary, and a supportive working environment with various benefits including a pension scheme and flexible working opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Car allowance

Flexible working opportunities

Internal mentoring and career development support

Qualifications

• MRICS qualified is essential.
• Experience in a similar role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and prepare condition reports.
• Manage dilapidations and party wall matters.
• Provide specification writing and project advice.
• Perform insurance valuations and manage property acquisitions.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Client-facing skills

Communication skills

Education

MRICS qualification

Previous private practice experience

Job description

A client of mine, a specialist Building Consultancy with a strong reputation across property and construction, are keen to speak with a Chartered Building Surveyor to join their growing team. This opportunity offers not only the chance to take on a broad range of professional services but also a clear pathway to progress into a Head of Department role within the business.

The Company's Profile

Operating with a small team feel, collaboration and support are at the core of their culture. Their expertise spans across the majority of property and construction projects, advising clients from inception through to completion, while maintaining a personable and tailored approach to service delivery.

The Chartered Building Surveyor's Role

The successful Building Surveyor will be involved in a wide mix of work across both private and public sector clients. You will have the autonomy to manage projects and clients directly, while also supporting the development of the regional office.

Daily responsibilities may include:

• Inspections and Condition Reports
• Dilapidations
• Party Wall matters
• Specification writing
• Planning and Development advice
• Insurance valuations
• Property development and acquisition
• Pre and post-contract construction services

You will be expected to combine strong technical knowledge with commercial awareness and client‑facing skills, building and maintaining relationships with clients, surveyors, and contractors.

Qualifications

• MRICS qualified (essential)
• Previous private practice experience within a similar role

Knowledge and Attributes

• Self‑motivated and ambitious with a well‑rounded skill set
• Ability to manage and grow a regional office
• Strong communication and client liaison skills
• Full UK driving licence

In Return?

• £50,000 - £60,000 (depending on experience)
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Clear route to Head of Department
• Professional fees paid
• Company pension scheme
• Car allowance
• Flexible working opportunities
• Internal mentoring and career development support

If you're a Chartered Building Surveyor seeking a role with genuine progression to Head of Department, please contact Chris van Aurich at Brandon James.