Senior / Associate Building Surveyor - London - Salary : Competitive + Annual Bonus + Comprehen[...]

Turner Property Recruitment; Slough; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property consultancy is seeking a Senior/Associate Building Surveyor in London. This role involves managing relationships, delivering technical advice, and working across a broad portfolio of commercial buildings. The ideal candidate will be MRICS qualified, possess excellent negotiation skills, and have a strong technical background. Benefits include an annual bonus and comprehensive learning opportunities, making this a great career move for ambitious surveyors.

Benefits

Annual performance-related bonus

Clear career development pathways

Comprehensive learning platform

Cycle to Work scheme

Critical illness cover

Employee Assistance Programme

Group pension and healthcare options

Season ticket loan

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Access to wellbeing and professional courses

Qualifications

• MRICS qualified with a strong technical background across projects.
• Excellent report-writing skills with defect diagnosis experience.
• Ability to manage larger-scale projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and advise on construction and maintenance of commercial properties.
• Prepare detailed surveys, reports, and schedules.
• Lead projects and ensure compliance with technical standards.

Skills

MRICS qualified

Defect diagnosis

Negotiation

Client engagement

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Strong communication

Education

MRICS qualification

Job description

Senior / Associate Building Surveyor

Location : London

Employment Type : Full-time, Permanent

Salary : Competitive + Annual Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits

Turner Property Recruitment have been instructed to recruit a Senior / Associate Building Surveyor for a leading multidisciplinary property and construction consultancy in London.

This opportunity will suit an ambitious, commercially minded surveyor who wants to take on a varied role within a growing and collaborative London team. The position offers strong autonomy, progression and exposure to both professional and project-led work.

About the Role

You will work across a broad portfolio of commercial buildings, supporting a UK-wide surveying function while managing client relationships and delivering high-quality technical advice.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect, assess and advise on construction, maintenance, repair and refurbishment of commercial properties.
• Prepare detailed surveys, technical reports, schedules of work and specifications.
• Lead and oversee projects under recognised building contracts, ensuring compliance with technical standards.
• Act as Lead Consultant or Project Manager on higher-value schemes, coordinating wider consultant teams.
• Apply relevant legislation including Building Regulations, CDM 2015, party wall matters, planning, and the Building Safety Act.
• Support business development and represent the consultancy’s surveying services to clients.
• Review development agreements, leases and construction documents for fund monitoring and risk assessments.
• Prepare and negotiate dilapidations schedules and liability assessments.
• Mentor APC candidates and support junior staff.
• Comply with internal procedures and health & safety requirements.

The Consultancy

The firm provides a comprehensive range of services including building surveying, project management, quantity surveying, fund monitoring, dispute resolution and corporate advisory.

They operate across multiple sectors such as :

• Commercial offices
• Industrial
• Retail
• Residential
• Education
• Healthcare
• Hotels & leisure

Their reputation is built on delivering clear, practical advice and maintaining long-standing client relationships. The culture is collaborative, professional and supportive.

About You

• MRICS qualified (essential)
• Strong technical background and experience across professional and project work
• Excellent defect diagnosis and report-writing skills
• Experience in insurance repair projects (advantageous)
• Confident in negotiation, client engagement and team leadership
• Ability to manage deadlines and budgets on larger-scale instructions
• Strong understanding of CDM 2015, Party Wall and Building Regulations
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Analytical thinker with strong IT and problem-solving ability
• Flexible and adaptable approach to workload

Benefits & Development

• Annual performance-related bonus
• Clear career development pathways
• Comprehensive learning platform for ongoing trainingOption to purchase additional annual leave
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Group pension and healthcare options
• Season ticket loan
• Retail and lifestyle discounts
• Access to a wide range of wellbeing and professional courses