Senior Building Surveyor

Maxim Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-disciplinary construction consultancy in London is seeking a Senior Building Surveyor to deliver capital works projects focusing on social housing. This office-based role offers hybrid work after establishment. The ideal candidate will lead project deliveries, write specifications, and engage with clients. Experience in a client-facing role and a BSc in Building Surveying is required. The position offers additional benefits including life assurance and a pension plan.

Benefits

Life assurance coverage

Scottish Windows pension and salary sacrifice

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a building surveying role after graduation preferable.

Responsibilities

• Writing specifications, schedules of works, and tender documents.
• Carrying out property inspections and condition surveys.
• Writing professional reports for clients.
• Attending site meetings and leading project delivery.
• Building strong client relationships.

Skills

Team leadership

Contract administration

Client-facing experience

Writing professional specifications

Education

BSc in Building Surveying (or equivalent)

Job description

An exciting position is available as a Senior Building Surveyor based in South East London, delivering capital works projects with a strong focus on social housing.
This Building Surveyor job in London involves leading the delivery of capital works and refurbishment projects, primarily within the social housing sector, under JCT contracts. You will be office-based with site visits, hybrid work being available as an option when firmly established in the role.

• Capital works projects with a focus on social housing
• Working as part of a multidisciplinary consultancy team
• Sites primarily located within the M25

Responsibilities and Duties

• Writing specifications, schedules of works, and tender documents
• Carrying out property inspections and condition surveys
• Writing professional reports for clients
• Attending site meetings and leading project delivery
• Building strong client relationships and developing communication skills

Desired Skills and Experience

• Experience as a team leader
• Contract administration knowledge is essential
• Experience in a client-facing role
• Proficiency in writing professional specifications

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• BSc in Building Surveying (or equivalent) required
• 3+ years of experience in a building surveying role after graduation preferable

Employing Company Overview and Profile

You will work for a leading multi-disciplinary construction consultancy, which operates throughout the UK. This consultancy is a trusted industry leader that works with a diverse range of clients across multiple construction sectors.

It is a well-respected construction company, known for its emphasis on quality, sustainability, and value-driven delivery. The firm’s solid reputation has been developed through long-term experience and technical expertise, in addition to its commitment to nurturing strong client relationships.

Additional Benefits Package and Incentives

• Life assurance coverage
• Scottish Windows pension and salary sacrifice

Hugh Duffield is our specialist consultant managing this position

0116 473 5358
(Office hours 8.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday)

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