Senior Building Surveyor

YMD Boon Ltd; Great Bowden; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi‑disciplinary building consultancy in Great Bowden is looking for a Chartered Surveyor to lead and manage projects from inception to completion. You will conduct condition surveys, prepare reports, and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have experience in building surveying and strong leadership skills. This role offers a contributory pension scheme, generous annual leave, and a supportive professional environment focused on career development.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

21 days' annual leave plus 8 bank holidays

Birthday off

3‑5 additional days at Christmas

Health and wellbeing support

Health cash plan

Life assurance x4 salary

24/7 GP appointments

High street discounts

Career progression opportunities

Career development support

Professional subscriptions

Subsidised social events

Qualifications

• Chartered Surveyor status or working toward it.
• Proven building surveying experience across various sectors.
• Strong technical knowledge of construction technology.

Responsibilities

• Lead building surveying projects ensuring quality and compliance.
• Conduct detailed surveys and provide clear client advice.
• Mentor junior surveyors and support their professional growth.

Skills

Building pathology

Communication skills

Leadership

Client management

Education

RICS Chartered Surveyor status (MRICS/FRICS)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage building surveying projects from inception to completion, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
• Conduct detailed condition surveys, prepare comprehensive reports, and provide clients with clear advice on remedial works.
• Oversee tendering, procurement, and the administration of construction contracts.
• Prepare drawings, specifications, and schedules of work for refurbishment, maintenance, and new‑build projects.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, delivering professional advice and fostering strong, lasting relationships.
• Mentor and supervise junior surveyors, supporting their professional development and contributing to the growth of the team.
• Ensure all projects meet statutory requirements, building regulations, and health & safety standards.
• Assist clients with funding applications for school maintenance and capital works projects.

Qualifications

• RICS Chartered Surveyor status (MRICS/FRICS) or working toward it.
• Proven experience in building surveying, ideally across education, commercial, or heritage sectors.
• Strong technical knowledge of building pathology, construction technology, and statutory compliance.
• Excellent communication and client‑management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
• Leadership qualities, with experience in mentoring or supervising junior staff.

About YMD Boon

YMD Boon is a multi‑disciplinary building consultancy with over 55 professionals and 50 years of combined experience in architecture, building surveying, and health and safety.

As a RIBA and RICS‑qualified practice, we hold positions on multiple regional and national public‑sector frameworks. Our diverse portfolio spans schools, further education colleges, universities, emergency services, leisure facilities, commercial and residential developments, and industrial projects.

We are committed to fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and supportive environment where every team member can thrive. From day one, colleagues join a friendly, collaborative team across our four offices in Market Harborough, Nottingham, Lincoln, and Birmingham. We encourage our people to take the lead on high‑impact projects and shape their own career paths, with professional development at the heart of our culture.

We recognise that wellbeing extends beyond professional growth. Our flexible approach includes working outside core hours, hybrid working options, and a regular programme of social events and team activities to create a connected, positive, and enjoyable working environment for all.

Benefits

• Contributory pension scheme
• 21 days' annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• Your birthday off!
• 3‑5 additional days annual leave at Christmas when the office closes
• Health and wellbeing support
• Health cash plan
• Life assurance at x4 your salary
• 24/7 GP appointments
• High street discounts
• Career progression opportunities
• Career development support
• Professional subscriptions
• Subsidised social events