Senior Associate Building Surveyor

Brandon James; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international consultancy in the UK is looking for an Associate or Senior Associate Building Surveyor. The candidate will be responsible for delivering expert surveying services across various sectors. Key qualifications include being an MRICS Chartered Surveyor, strong skills in client management, and project leadership. In return, the position offers a salary between £65,000 – £75,000, private medical insurance, a hybrid working policy, and a supportive team culture with numerous benefits for career development.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Season ticket loan

5% employer pension contribution

25 days holiday + your birthday off

Cycle to work scheme

EV car scheme

Access to retail discounts, gym schemes, and wellbeing support

Clear progression path

Dedicated career development support

Sociable team culture

Qualifications

• Strong experience delivering core professional surveying services, particularly dilapidations.
• Confident in client-facing settings with experience managing key stakeholders.
• Able to manage projects from inception to completion or eager to step into a more autonomous role.

Responsibilities

• Lead on professional instructions including dilapidations and contract administration.
• Manage all phases of the dilapidations process from survey to negotiation.
• Support and develop junior surveyors through structured mentoring.
• Contribute to service delivery improvements and support senior leadership on business development initiatives.

Skills

Client-facing skills

Project management

Report writing

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Proactive approach

Education

MRICS Chartered Building Surveyor

Job description

Overview

A leading international real estate consultancy with an independent spirit and forward-thinking approach is looking to speak with an Associate or Senior Associate Building Surveyor to join their high-performing team.

Company Profile

With over 500 professionals across 24 offices throughout the UK and Europe, the client supports owners, occupiers, developers and investors across the full real estate lifecycle. Their strength lies in a people‑first approach – delivering tailored advice with technical excellence while offering a platform that genuinely enables career growth, professional recognition and flexibility.

Role

The Associate / Senior Associate Building Surveyor will play a key role in the delivery of professional Building Surveying services to a well‑established client base, spanning sectors such as industrial, commercial offices, retail and mixed‑use. Depending on your level, you will also be expected to contribute to the mentoring of junior surveyors and the wider growth of the business.

Key Responsibilities

Lead on a range of professional instructions including dilapidations, landlord and tenant matters, reinstatement cost assessments, technical due diligence and contract administration. Manage all phases of the dilapidations process – from survey to negotiation. Maintain and grow relationships with an existing, lucrative client base. Support and develop junior surveyors, graduates and apprentices through structured mentoring and APC guidance. Contribute to service delivery improvements and support senior leadership on business development initiatives. Work collaboratively with other business areas to deliver a seamless service to clients.

Qualifications

• MRICS Chartered Building Surveyor
• Strong experience delivering core professional surveying services, particularly dilapidations
• Confident in client‑facing settings with experience managing key stakeholders
• Able to manage projects from inception to completion or eager to step into a more autonomous role
• Excellent report writing and communication skills
• Commercially aware, with experience in office, industrial, retail or mixed‑use sectors
• A proactive and personable approach, with a passion for continuous improvement

In Return

• £65,000 – £75,000
• Private medical insurance and life assurance
• Season ticket loan
• 5% employer pension contribution
• 25 days holiday + your birthday off
• Cycle to work scheme
• EV car scheme
• Access to retail discounts, gym schemes and wellbeing support
• Longevity awards
• Clear progression path and dedicated career development support
• Hybrid working policy with flexible hours
• Sociable team culture with regular events, lunches and charity involvement

If you’re an Associate or Senior Associate Building Surveyor looking to join a leading consultancy that empowers you to shape your future, please contact Chris van Aurich at Brandon James.