Experienced Building Surveyor

Penguin Recruitment; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A property consultancy in the UK is seeking an experienced Chartered Building Surveyor. The ideal candidate will conduct surveys, prepare reports, and analyze building conditions. Must possess strong communication skills, a clean driving license, and knowledge of fire safety assessments. The position offers a competitive salary and flexible working hours, with travel to various sites required.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Business mileage paid

5 weeks' holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Must be a Chartered Building Surveyor with MRICS or equivalent.
• Experience in commercial property surveying is essential.
• Strong analytical and report-writing skills required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct building condition surveys and defect analysis.
• Prepare professional reports and technical documentation.
• Undertake building pathology investigations and fire risk assessments.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and other consultants.
• Travel regularly to site locations and manage inspection schedules.
• Collaborate with internal departments and project teams.

Skills

Building pathology

Condition surveys

Defect analysis

Report writing

Client management

Communication

Fire risk assessments

Education

Chartered Building Surveyor (MRICS or equivalent)

Job description

Job Title: Experienced Building Surveyor

Location: Portsmouth

Salary: Circa £55,000

About the company

A well‑established property consultancy is seeking an experienced Chartered Building Surveyor to join their professional team, specialising in commercial properties. The successful candidate will possess strong technical expertise in building pathology, condition surveys, defect analysis, and report writing, with a working understanding of fire risk assessments. This role requires a self‑motivated and collaborative individual with excellent client management and communication skills.

The company undertakes a significant proportion of its work on the MOD Estate, therefore experience in this area would be advantageous but is not essential. Candidates must hold a clean driving licence and have no criminal record. A DBS check and BPSS clearance will be mandatory, with higher security clearances required as necessary to access the MOD estate. This is a full‑time position offering some flexibility in working hours to support work‑life balance. Regular travel to site locations is required, and applicants must be prepared to provide their own vehicle. Office‑based collaboration will be important to ensure effective communication across departments and project teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, negotiable depending on experience
• Business mileage paid
• 5 weeks' holiday plus bank holidays
• Flexible working hours to promote work‑life balance

Daily Duties

• Conduct building condition surveys and defect analysis
• Prepare professional reports and technical documentation
• Undertake building pathology investigations and fire risk assessments
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and other consultants
• Travel regularly to site locations and manage inspection schedules
• Collaborate with internal departments and project teams

Ideal Candidate

• Chartered Building Surveyor (MRICS or equivalent)
• Experienced in commercial property surveying
• Strong analytical and report‑writing skills
• Knowledge of building pathology and fire safety assessments
• Excellent communication and client management abilities
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Clean driving licence and ability to obtain MOD security clearances

To apply, please contact KAZ on [phone number removed] or alternatively, send your updated CV and portfolio to us. We look forward to hearing from you.