Senior Building Surveyor

Brandon James; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-disciplinary property and construction consultancy is seeking a Senior Building Surveyor for their Leeds office. This position offers significant career advancement and involves delivering full building surveying services, including project management and client relationship development. The ideal candidate will possess MRICS Chartered Status and a degree in Building Surveying. The consultancy emphasizes an inclusive workplace culture and offers hybrid working opportunities and a competitive salary between £55,000 and £65,000.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Health cash plan

Cycle to work scheme

Career development pathways

Enhanced family leave policies

Qualifications

• Essential MRICS Chartered Status.
• Degree in Building Surveying or related field.
• Broad project experience across multiple sectors.
• Understanding of dilapidations and feasibility reporting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver full building surveying services to clients.
• Conduct building condition surveys and feasibility studies.
• Manage projects and contract administration.
• Perform Principal Designer duties as per CDM 2015.

Skills

MRICS Chartered Status

Client-centric approach

Ability to manage multiple commissions

Strong understanding of dilapidations

Education

Degree in Building Surveying or related field

Job description

Overview

A client of mine, a leading multi-disciplinary property and construction consultancy, are on the lookout for an ambitious Senior Building Surveyor to join their Leeds office. With a robust pipeline of work across commercial, residential, rural, and public sector projects, they offer a fantastic opportunity for a talented Building Surveyor to take the next significant step in their career.

The Successful Senior Building Surveyor will be welcomed into a collaborative and inclusive team environment, and can expect a clear route towards progression, both technically and commercially.

The Company's Profile

With over 80 years of expertise delivering award-winning projects across the UK, my client is a recognised name within the built environment. With offices across London, Birmingham, Cambridge, Essex, and the South East, they pride themselves on delivering expert consultancy services across all major sectors, and are committed to making a lasting positive impact in the communities they serve.

The Senior Building Surveyor Role

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead on the delivery of existing commissions and services, working across a broad mix of commercial and residential projects. You will also play a key role in driving business growth by developing both existing and new client relationships.

You\'ll work alongside a talented team of professionals, collaborating closely with surveyors, project managers, architects, and engineers, while also mentoring more junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Full building surveying services to external and internal clients
• Building condition surveys, reports, and feasibility studies
• Schedules of dilapidations and subsequent negotiations
• Project management and contract administration on refurbishment, conversion and new build projects
• Principal Designer duties (CDM 2015 compliance)
• Schedules of condition and negotiations
• Supporting workload sharing and team collaboration

Qualifications and Experience

• MRICS Chartered Status (essential)
• Degree in Building Surveying or related field
• Broad project experience across multiple sectors
• Strong understanding of dilapidations, contract admin, and feasibility reporting
• A client-centric approach, with a drive to grow business relationships
• Ability to manage multiple commissions independently and within a team

In Return

• £55,000 - £65,000
• Hybrid working (flexibility around office/site/home)
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (option to buy/sell leave)
• Enhanced annual leave for long service
• Health cash plan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Qualification sponsorship & structured development plans
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Career development pathways
• Recruitment referral bonus
• A genuinely supportive and inclusive workplace culture

How to Apply

If you\'re a Chartered Building Surveyor looking to take the next step into a Senior position, or a current Senior Surveyor looking for a platform for further progression, please contact Chris van Aurich at Brandon James