Senior Building Surveyor

Cityscape Consult; Leicester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional consulting firm in Leicester is seeking an experienced Building Surveyor to join their team. The role focuses on delivering building surveying services with a strong emphasis on valuations, technical due diligence, and project management. The ideal candidate will be MRICS qualified and possess excellent report writing skills. Benefits include negotiable salary up to £60,000, generous pension contributions, and remote working options.

Benefits

Generous pension contributions

Annual leave entitlement increase

Multiple perks

Remote working options

Qualifications

• Proven experience in building surveying with strong valuations experience.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.
• A proactive, organised, and commercially aware mindset.

Responsibilities

• Undertake building surveys, inspections, and valuations across a range of property types.
• Prepare high-quality, detailed technical and valuation reports.
• Provide technical due diligence for acquisitions and disposals.

Skills

Valuation expertise

Report writing

Client relationship management

Technical due diligence

Education

MRICS qualified

Job description

About the Company

My client are experts in building surveying, project management, and specialist consultancy services. They are recognised on their commitment to technical excellence, client care, and creative solutions, with a reputation as trusted advisors across the property and construction sectors. With offices across London, Brighton, Bristol, Manchester, and Birmingham, their regional expertise ensures they deliver highly tailored services wherever their clients need them. The team of chartered surveyors and industry specialists brings deep experience across residential, commercial, and historic properties, offering services from defect diagnosis and reinstatement cost assessments to complex refurbishment project management. Their values are rooted in collaboration, innovation, and professional integrity. Whether advising on planned maintenance, providing expert witness reports, or leading major works, they pride themselves on delivering practical, high-quality outcomes that meet both immediate needs and long-term goals.

About the Role

My client is seeking an experienced and motivated Building Surveyor with strong valuations expertise to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering a broad range of building surveying services, with a particular focus on valuations, technical due diligence, defect diagnosis, and project management.

You will work closely with a diverse client base — including property managers, investors, landlords, and private clients — providing expert advice that supports informed decision-making across residential, commercial, and mixed-use portfolios. Your work will span initial inspections, report writing, strategic advice, and managing refurbishment and repair projects, ensuring best practice and regulatory compliance throughout.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident, commercially minded surveyor who thrives on variety, enjoys problem-solving, and is committed to maintaining the highest professional standards. You'll have the autonomy to manage your own portfolio while being supported by an experienced and collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake building surveys, inspections, and valuations across a range of property types
• Prepare high-quality, detailed technical and valuation reports
• Conduct defect analysis, condition assessments, and reinstatement cost assessments
• Support project delivery including contract administration and project management
• Provide technical due diligence for acquisitions and disposals
• Liaise directly with clients, providing clear and actionable advice
• Keep abreast of industry developments, regulations, and best practices

About the Requirements

• MRICS qualified (or equivalent)
• Proven experience in building surveying with strong valuations experience
• Excellent report writing and communication skills
• A client-focused approach with the ability to build strong, trusted relationships
• A proactive, organised, and commercially aware mindset
• Full UK driving licence (travel to site inspections required)

About the Salary

Salary is negotiable, dependent on the individual's experience but up to £60,000. Other benefits include generous pension contributions, generous annual leave entitlement with annual increase, multiple perks and remote working available.

How to Apply

If you have experience as a Building Surveyor/ Surveyor of any level and seeking a new role, please contact Ilaria Ferrentino at Cityscape. I will be in touch to discuss the role further once I have had a chance to review your details.