Monitoring Surveyor

Mattinson Partnership; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Structured progression

Mentorship program

Exposure to high-profile projects

Job summary

Mattinson Partnership is assisting a leading international property consultancy in recruiting a Monitoring Surveyor in Manchester. You will provide independent advice and reporting across residential, commercial and mixed-use developments, advising banks, lenders and funders.

You will review appraisals, budgets, programmes and procurement strategies, conduct site inspections, and ensure work complies with RICS standards. A clear progression path and mentorship await.

Qualifications

• MRICS qualification or working towards MRICS status with proven Monitoring Surveyor experience.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Building Surveying, Construction Management or Project Management.
• Strong understanding of construction processes and project delivery.
• Experience providing monitoring and reporting for development projects.

Responsibilities

• Deliver project monitoring instructions across a wide range of development sectors.
• Review development appraisals, budgets, programmes, procurement strategies and contractual arrangements.
• Assess construction and development risks for banks, lenders and investors.
• Produce initial due diligence reports and ongoing monitoring reports.
• Carry out site inspections to assess progress, quality and programme.
• Review drawdown requests and provide recommendations to funding institutions.
• Monitor project costs, cash flow, contingencies and variations.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Ensure all work aligns with RICS standards and internal procedures.

Skills

Analytical skills

Commercial awareness

Report writing

Attention to detail

Communication abilities

Driving licence

Willingness to travel

Education

MRICS qualification

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Degree in Building Surveying

Job description

Are you a recently qualified MRICS Surveyor looking to take the next step in your career?

Our client, a leading international property consultancy, is looking to appoint a Monitoring Surveyor to join its growing Project & Development Services team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of high-profile development projects while advising banks, lenders, investors, and funders throughout the construction lifecycle.

You’ll join an experienced team delivering independent monitoring services across residential, commercial, industrial, mixed‑use and student accommodation developments, giving you exposure to some of the UK's most exciting schemes.

The Opportunity

As a Monitoring Surveyor, you’ll play a key role in helping funding institutions manage development risk by providing independent advice and technical reporting throughout the life of construction projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious MRICS surveyor looking to build a long‑term career within a respected consultancy that offers structured progression, excellent mentorship and exposure to complex, high‑value developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver project monitoring instructions across a wide range of development sectors.
• Review development appraisals, project budgets, programmes, procurement strategies and contractual arrangements.
• Assess construction and development risks on behalf of banks, lenders and investors.
• Produce initial due diligence reports and ongoing monitoring reports.
• Carry out regular site inspections to assess progress, quality and programme.
• Review drawdown requests and provide recommendations to funding institutions.
• Monitor project costs, cash flow, contingencies and variations.
• Liaise with developers, contractors, project managers and the wider professional team.
• Support senior surveyors on complex and high‑value monitoring instructions.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Ensure all work is delivered in line with RICS standards and internal quality procedures.

About You

We’re keen to speak with candidates who have:

• A degree in Quantity Surveying, Building Surveying, Construction Management or Project Management.
• A solid understanding of construction processes and project delivery.
• Strong commercial awareness and analytical skills.
• Excellent report writing and communication abilities.
• A proactive approach with great attention to detail.
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites.
• Previous experience within Project Monitoring, Quantity Surveying, Cost Consultancy or Project Management.
• Exposure to development finance or lender services.
• Knowledge of JCT contracts and development funding structures.
• Experience working on residential and commercial developments.

Why Apply?

This is an opportunity to join a highly regarded consultancy with an outstanding reputation in the market, working alongside industry‑leading professionals on complex and prestigious developments.

In return, you’ll benefit from:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid and flexible working.
• Clear career progression and structured development.
• Exposure to landmark development projects.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities.