Senior Building Surveyor

CBW Staffing Solutions Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected staffing agency is seeking an experienced Senior Building Surveyor for a permanent position in New Eltham. This role involves leading surveying projects, conducting inspections, and ensuring compliance with building regulations. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in building surveying, hold a relevant degree, and preferably be MRICS qualified. A competitive salary of £60,000 and flexible working hours are offered.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Supportive working environment

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Building Surveyor, ideally at senior level.
• Strong background in construction and social housing is essential.
• Proven ability to manage programmes to ensure projects remain on schedule and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage building surveying projects across residential and social housing stock.
• Conduct detailed inspections, condition surveys, and defect analysis.
• Prepare specifications, schedules of works, and oversee contractors.

Skills

Strong expertise in building surveying

Excellent client interaction and relationship-building skills

Solid understanding of building pathology

Strong communication abilities

Education

Building Surveying Degree or equivalent

MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors)

Job description

Senior Building Surveyor – New Eltham

Salary: £60,000 per annum

Permanent | Full-Time (40 hours per week, flexible working available)

Our client, a well-established organisation within the property and social housing sector, is seeking an experienced Senior Building Surveyor to join their team based in New Eltham. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned professional with a strong background in construction and social housing to take on a diverse and rewarding role.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage building surveying projects across residential and social housing stock
• Conduct detailed inspections, condition surveys, and defect analysis
• Prepare specifications, schedules of works, and oversee contractors
• Ensure compliance with building regulations, legislation, and health & safety standards
• Provide expert technical guidance to internal teams and external stakeholders
• Support asset management, planned maintenance, and improvement programmes

Role Duties

• Assist Programme Manager/Project Team Leader with client liaison, including briefs, fee proposals, presentations, project programming, and service-related matters
• Act as Contract Administrator or Employer’s Agent across a variety of building types, utilising standard construction forms
• Visit sites and issue detailed inspection reports
• Prepare and present initial appraisals and feasibility reports
• Carry out measured surveys and interpret full survey drawings
• Prepare outline design proposals with budget estimates
• Develop full scheme designs for approval
• Produce complete working drawings for construction
• Submit statutory applications (Planning, Listed Building Consent, Building Control)
• Prepare specifications, schedules of work, and provide information for bills of quantities
• Produce Employer’s Requirements for Design & Build projects
• Lead tender processes, conduct analysis, and produce tender reports
• Prepare contract documentation
• Produce maintenance manuals
• Undertake professional duties including Party Wall matters, Rights to Light, schedules of condition, and condition assessments
• Delegate tasks where appropriate while retaining responsibility for final delivery

The Ideal Candidate

• MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors)
• Building Surveying Degree or equivalent
• Strong expertise in building surveying
• Proven ability to manage programmes to ensure projects remain on schedule and within budget
• Experience in education, emergency services, healthcare, and/or commercial sectors is beneficial
• Excellent client interaction and relationship-building skills
• Leadership experience within interdisciplinary project teams is advantageous

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a Building Surveyor, ideally at senior level
• Strong background in construction and social housing is essential
• Solid understanding of building pathology, refurbishment, and maintenance
• Strong communication, reporting, and organisational abilities
• Professional qualifications (MRICS preferred)

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary of £60,000
• Flexible working hours (40-hour week)
• Permanent, stable position
• Supportive working environment with development opportunities

If you are a proactive, detail-driven Senior Building Surveyor looking for your next long-term opportunity, please apply online or contact Abbie at CBW Staffing Solutions directly.