Senior Building Surveyor

Walker & Sloan Ltd | Certified B Corp; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A B Corp–certified consultancy is seeking a Senior Building Surveyor to lead impactful projects in Oxford. The successful candidate will be responsible for site inspections, report generation, and client engagement across various sectors. Key qualifications include MRICS status, expertise in Health & Safety, and proficiency with CAD tools. This role offers competitive salary, hybrid working options, and extensive benefits including 38 days holiday and enhanced parental leave.

Benefits

Competitive salary + annual bonus

Hybrid working & flexible hours

38 days holiday

Enhanced maternity & paternity leave

6% employer pension contribution

Life cover (3x salary)

Tailored training

Volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• MRICS qualified or working toward chartered status.
• Experience in leading surveys and managing multi-sector projects.
• Understanding of Health & Safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead site inspections and assess building conditions.
• Produce quality reports with recommendations.
• Manage projects across multiple sectors.

Skills

MRICS qualified

Leadership in surveys

Health & Safety knowledge

Client-focused

Analytical skills

Proficient with CAD

Detail-oriented

Tools

CAD

Surveying tools

Job description

The Opportunity

This is your chance to take the next big step in your career with a consultancy that truly stands apart. Join a B Corp–certified, award-winning practice as a Senior Building Surveyor based in Oxford — leading impactful projects across Oxfordshire in the commercial, residential, heritage, and public sectors.

Role Overview

As a Senior Building Surveyor , you will :

• Lead site inspections, assessing building conditions and identifying defects.
• Produce high-quality, detailed reports with clear, actionable recommendations.
• Manage projects across multiple sectors including prime residential, healthcare, education, heritage, and leisure.
• Liaise confidently with clients, contractors, and stakeholders — acting as a trusted advisor.
• Ensure compliance with all building regulations, statutory obligations, and H&S standards.
• Maintain rigorous project documentation and uphold quality assurance processes.

About You

• MRICS qualified (or actively working toward chartered status).
• Proven experience leading surveys and managing multi-sector projects.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation and regulatory compliance.
• Commercially astute, client-focused, and confident in front of stakeholders.
• Exceptional analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with CAD and industry-standard surveying tools.
• Highly organised, self-motivated, and detail-oriented.
• Bonus : Awareness of sustainability, energy efficiency, and building performance assessment.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary + annual bonus
• Hybrid working & flexible hours
• 38 days holiday (including public holidays) + your birthday off
• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
• 6% employer pension contribution
• Life cover (3x salary) & Aviva Digicare+ wellness support
• Tailored training & clear progression pathway
• Volunteering & fundraising opportunities
• Regular social, sporting & professional events