Partner - Building Surveying

Vivid Resourcing; Manchester; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Vivid Resourcing is representing an established multidisciplinary property and construction consultancy seeking a Building Surveying Partner to lead the Manchester operation. The role focuses on owning the team, growing new business, and delivering high-quality surveying services across multiple sectors.

The successful candidate will combine MRICS credentials with commercial acumen, leadership capability and a proven ability to generate new business, while guiding regional strategy and

Qualifications

• MRICS qualification with substantial post-qualification experience.
• Strong background in building surveying within a consultancy environment.
• Proven business development experience, including work-winning and client relationship management.
• Experience leading teams and managing the commercial performance of a surveying function.
• Comprehensive technical knowledge across core building surveying services.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and develop the Manchester Building Surveying team.
• Drive business development, secure new instructions and strengthen client relationships.
• Oversee delivery of building surveying services across commercial, education, healthcare, residential and public sector properties.
• Provide technical leadership across refurbishment, contract administration, dilapidations, technical due diligence and professional services.
• Manage fee income, financial forecasting, resource allocation and team performance.
• Support recruitment, mentoring and professional development.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to identify opportunities and deliver integrated consultancy services.
• Contribute to regional growth plans and the wider strategic direction of the business.

Skills

Client relationship management

Business development

Leadership

Team management

Building surveying knowledge

Education

MRICS qualification

Job description

Partner - Building Surveying

Manchester | Permanent | Competitive Executive Package

An established, nationally recognised multidisciplinary property and construction consultancy is seeking an experienced Building Surveying Partner to lead and further develop its Manchester operation.

This is an opportunity for an ambitious senior Building Surveyor to take ownership of an established team, develop key client relationships and play an influential role in the continued growth of the consultancy across the North West.

The successful individual will combine strong technical expertise with commercial awareness, leadership capability and a proven ability to generate new business.

The Role

Working closely with the wider senior leadership team, you will be responsible for the commercial, operational and technical performance of the Building Surveying function.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading, managing and developing the Manchester Building Surveying team.

• Driving business development, securing new instructions and strengthening existing client relationships.

• Overseeing the delivery of building surveying services across commercial, education, healthcare, residential and public sector properties.

• Providing technical leadership across refurbishment, contract administration, dilapidations, technical due diligence and professional services.

• Managing fee income, financial forecasting, resource allocation and team performance.

• Supporting recruitment, mentoring and professional development.

• Collaborating with other disciplines to identify opportunities and deliver integrated consultancy services.

• Contributing to regional growth plans and the wider strategic direction of the business.

The Candidate

Applications are encouraged from established Partners, Directors and commercially focused Associate Directors seeking progression.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• MRICS qualification with substantial post-qualification experience.

• A strong background in building surveying within a consultancy environment.

• Proven business development experience, including work-winning and client relationship management.

• Experience leading teams and managing the commercial performance of a surveying function.

• Comprehensive technical knowledge across core building surveying services.

• Strong connections within the Manchester and wider North West property market.

• The ability to operate autonomously while contributing to a collaborative multidisciplinary business.

The Opportunity

The successful candidate will benefit from:

• A competitive senior-level remuneration package.

• An established national consultancy platform with multidisciplinary support.

• The opportunity to influence regional strategy and business growth.

• An existing client base alongside scope to develop new relationships.

• Leadership responsibility and long-term career development.

• A collaborative working environment with an emphasis on professional excellence.

Apply

Applications from experienced Associate Directors looking to progress into a Partner-level position are welcomed.