Senior / Associate Building Surveyor - London - Salary: Competitive + Annual Bonus + Comprehensive B

Turner Property Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property consultancy in London is seeking a Senior / Associate Building Surveyor. The role involves managing projects across commercial portfolios, ensuring compliance with regulations, and engaging with clients. Candidates should be MRICS qualified with strong technical and communication skills. A competitive salary package is offered, including annual bonuses and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Annual performance-related bonus

Comprehensive learning platform

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Group pension options

Qualifications

• MRICS qualified is essential for the role.
• Strong technical background with experience in project management.
• Ability to lead teams and manage client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and advise on the condition of commercial properties.
• Lead projects ensuring compliance with standards.
• Engage in business development and client representation.

Skills

MRICS qualified

Technical background

Excellent defect diagnosis

Client engagement

Analytical thinker

Problem-solving ability

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

You will receive a highly competitive package, including:

• Annual performance-related bonus
• Clear career development pathways
• Comprehensive learning platform for ongoing training
• Option 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