Senior Building Surveyor

Turner Property Recruitment; Chichester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property consultancy in Chichester is seeking an experienced Senior Building Surveyor to join their dynamic team. This role involves project management, client interaction, and overseeing junior staff while delivering a range of surveying services across various sectors. The ideal candidate is MRICS qualified with a proven track record in the industry, ready to contribute to a collaborative and ambitious team.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Bonus schemes

Pension

Flexible/hybrid working options

Ongoing professional development support

Qualifications

• MRICS qualified with a strong technical Building Surveying background.
• Minimum of 4–5 years' post-qualification experience in a consultancy setting.
• Experience mentoring or supervising junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Leading on a wide range of professional Building Surveying services.
• Acting as Contract Administrator and/or Project Manager on complex projects.
• Managing your own workload, clients, and deadlines.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Report Writing

Presentation Skills

Education

MRICS qualified

4–5 years' post-qualification experience

Job description

Senior Building Surveyor – Consultancy

Location: Chichester

Full-Time | Permanent

Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

We’re working with a respected, forward-thinking property and construction consultancy that’s looking to appoint an experienced Senior Building Surveyor to play a key role in their Building Surveying team.

This is a standout opportunity for a Chartered Building Surveyor (MRICS) with the technical expertise, leadership capability, and drive to contribute to a growing and high-performing consultancy team. You’ll work on a broad portfolio of projects across commercial, education, residential, and public sector assets – combining hands-on technical delivery with project and people management responsibilities.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading on and delivering a wide range of professional Building Surveying services – including dilapidations, contract administration, project monitoring, technical due diligence, and refurbishment schemes
• Acting as Contract Administrator and/or Project Manager on complex projects, from inception through to completion
• Overseeing and reviewing the work of junior surveyors; supporting their training and development
• Managing your own workload, clients, and deadlines while ensuring quality assurance and professional standards are met
• Liaising directly with clients and consultants, often in a client-facing capacity
• Contributing to business development and spotting opportunities for further work
• Staying up to date with legislation (including CDM, BSA) and offering Principal Designer duties when required

What You'll Need

• MRICS qualified with a strong technical Building Surveying background
• Minimum of 4–5 years' post-qualification experience in a consultancy or multidisciplinary setting
• Proven track record across both professional and project work
• Comfortable working independently while managing clients and stakeholders
• Experience mentoring or supervising junior team members
• Working knowledge of statutory approvals (Planning, Building Regulations, Party Wall etc.)
• Strong communication, report writing, and presentation skills
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel for site visits and client meetings

Why Join?

• Work in a collaborative, forward-thinking consultancy with a strong reputation for quality
• Be part of a multidisciplinary team with exposure to exciting and varied projects
• Clear routes to further progression at Associate level and beyond
• Competitive salary and benefits, including bonus schemes, pension, enhanced leave, and flexible/hybrid working options
• Ongoing professional development – including support for CPD, training, and internal leadership opportunities

️ Ready to Make Your Next Move?

If you’re an experienced Senior Building Surveyor looking for a role where you’ll be trusted, challenged, and supported, this is a great opportunity to join a business with genuine momentum and ambition.

Apply now with your CV or get in touch for a confidential discussion. Interviews are being scheduled shortly.