Commercial Building Surveyor

Cobalt Consulting (UK) Ltd; Birmingham; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm of Chartered Surveyors based in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Building Surveyor. The role offers full autonomy to work remotely and involves a diverse workload, including commercial building surveys and detailed report preparation. Ideal candidates will hold AssocRICS/MRICS/MCIOB and have experience in commercial surveying, along with excellent communication skills. This position allows for a flexible work-life balance and offers competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus structure

Health insurance

Career development and progression

Qualifications

• Experienced in a broad range of commercial surveying disciplines.
• Confident in preparing detailed, client-focused survey reports.
• Based in the West Midlands and holds a UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a wide range of commercial building surveys across various property sectors.
• Prepare and deliver detailed, technically robust reports.
• Administer contracts and advise clients on building repairs and refurbishments.

Skills

Commercial surveying

Dilapidation experience

Excellent communication

Education

AssocRICS / MRICS / MCIOB

Job description

Overview

Our client is an independent firm of Chartered Surveyors with a strong reputation for quality and employee wellbeing. The firm fosters a supportive environment where surveyors manage their own diaries and enjoy true work-life balance, free from timesheets and rigid expectations. As an emerging multi-disciplinary team with in-house experts across residential and commercial disciplines, the firm offers the chance to expand your expertise, progress your career, and shape your role to suit personal and professional goals, with this role having full autonomy to work remotely.

Role Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Building Surveyor to join their commercial team, working remotely and covering Birmingham with occasional travel further afield. The role offers a diverse workload and is ideal for someone looking to grow their career in a flexible, friendly, and forward-thinking environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a wide range of commercial building surveys across various property sectors.
• Prepare and deliver detailed, technically robust reports including:
  • Dilapidations
  • Schedules of Condition
  • Acquisition Surveys
  • Technical Due Diligence
  • Planned Preventative Maintenance Reports
• Administer contracts and advise clients on building repairs and refurbishments.
• Provide clear, concise, and justified conclusions and recommendations.
• Work independently and collaboratively with the wider team including structural engineers, residential surveyors, and general practice colleagues.
• Engage with clients through professional communication, reporting, and advice.
• Maintain high professional and regulatory standards in accordance with RICS/CIOB guidelines.

Candidate Requirements

• AssocRICS / MRICS / MCIOB Building Surveyor
• Experience in a broad range of commercial surveying disciplines
• Confident in preparing detailed, client-focused survey reports
• Dilapidation experience
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Based in the West Midlands
• UK driving licence

What's On Offer

• £55,000-£65,000+ basic salary (depending on experience)
• Performance-related bonus structure
• Car allowance
• Home-based role with complete autonomy over your schedule
• 26 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Health insurance (you and your family)
• Life insurance and enhanced parental leave
• Generous Pension
• Payment of professional subscriptions with full CPD support
• Career development and progression - including path to partnership for the right candidate

To apply, please submit your CV today, or speak to Ashleigh Pearce.