Senior Building Surveyor

Carrington West; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-disciplinary property consultancy in the UK is looking for a Senior Building Surveyor to join their expanding team. In this role, you will own your projects from day one, develop client relationships, and mentor junior professionals. The ideal candidate is MRICS qualified with at least 3 years of experience. This position requires strong communication skills and the ability to deliver high-quality technical advice across diverse sectors. Competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years PQE preferred.
• Client-facing approach required.
• Organised and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Develop and strengthen client relationships.
• Lead and deliver building surveying instructions.
• Mentor and manage graduate surveyors.
• Provide technical advice and project updates.
• Maintain compliance with company QA and RICS standards.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Technical excellence

Commercial awareness

Mentoring

Organisational skills

Education

MRICS qualification

Job description

Are you a commercially minded Senior Building Surveyor looking to take the next step in your career? My client, a multi‑disciplinary property consultancy, is seeking a driven professional to join their expanding Building Surveying team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients and projects, while playing a key role in business growth and shaping the future direction of the team.

As a Senior Building Surveyor, you'll take ownership of your projects from day one, building and maintaining strong client relationships, managing tender submissions and delivering high‑quality technical advice across a wide range of sectors. Working closely with Partners, you'll contribute to the team's strategic development and ensure projects are delivered to the highest professional standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and strengthen client relationships, identifying opportunities for repeat and new business.
• Lead and deliver building surveying instructions with technical excellence and commercial awareness.
• Mentor and manage graduate surveyors, supporting their professional growth.
• Provide technical advice, reports, and project updates, ensuring accuracy and value at every stage.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, QA systems, and RICS standards.

About You

• MRICS qualified – Minimum 3 years PQE preferred.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with a professional, client‑facing approach.
• Organised, detail‑oriented, and able to prioritise effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for site visits.

Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Building Surveying professionals who are keen to make introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Property & Building Control division is the fastest growing in the country; our specialist team has a combined over 50+ years' experience in this market.

Please call Jack James at Carrington West on (phone number removed) for more information.