Senior Building Surveyor - Leeds

Turner Property Recruitment Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance or company car

Company pension contributions

Private medical insurance and everyday

25 days annual leave

CPD supported

Job summary

Turner Property Recruitment is partnering with a well-established Leeds property consultancy to recruit a Chartered or Senior Building Surveyor for its central Leeds team. The role suits MRICS-qualified professionals looking to advance within a supportive, commercially focused practice that values professional development and long-term relationships.

You will join a small, collaborative team delivering building surveying and project consultancy services to major corporate clients, investors and

Qualifications

• MRICS qualification in Building Surveying is essential.
• Experience at Senior or Chartered Building Surveyor level.
• Strong all-round Building Surveying background (professional & project work).
• Ability to manage a varied workload with minimal supervision.
• Excellent client-facing communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proactive, commercially aware approach with drive to develop clients.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Contract Administration (CA), Employer's Agent (EA), Project Management (PM) and Lead Consultant services.
• Undertake dilapidations instructions for landlords and tenants.
• Perform Technical Due Diligence (TDD) and Vendor TDD surveys and reports.
• Prepare Reinstatement Cost Assessments.
• Conduct defect diagnosis and produce detailed reports.
• Provide Licence to Alter (LTA) services and monitoring.
• Manage projects from inception to completion with high service standards.
• Build strong client relationships and identify opportunities for account growth.

Skills

Project management

Client liaison

Time management

Communication skills

Education

MRICS qualification in Building Surveying

Job description

Turner Property Recruitment is working with a well-established property consultancy to recruit a Chartered or Senior Building Surveyor to join its friendly and growing team in central Leeds.

This is an excellent opportunity for an MRICS-qualified Building Surveyor looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive, commercially focused consultancy that values professional development, autonomy and long-term relationships.

The business offers a relaxed working environment with a close-knit, family feel, where unnecessary bureaucracy is avoided and individuals are trusted to manage their own workload. With a varied client base and a strong pipeline of project-led instructions, this role offers the opportunity to work across a broad range of sectors and services, while developing professionally and commercially.

The Role

You will join a small, collaborative team delivering a diverse range of building surveying and project consultancy services to a well-established client base, including major corporate organisations, investors and property owners.

The position would suit an experienced Senior Building Surveyor or Chartered Building Surveyor who can hit the ground running, manage their own projects and contribute positively to the continued success of the business.

The consultancy is looking for an all-rounder who enjoys variety and is comfortable working across both professional and project-based instructions, rather than specialising in one particular area.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Delivering Contract Administration (CA), Employer's Agent (EA), Project Management (PM) and Lead Consultant services.


• Undertaking dilapidations instructions, acting for both landlords and tenants.


• Carrying out Technical Due Diligence (TDD) and Vendor Technical Due Diligence (VTDD) surveys and reports.


• Preparing Reinstatement Cost Assessments.


• Undertaking defect diagnosis, inspections and producing detailed reports.


• Providing Licence to Alter (LTA) and monitoring services.


• Managing projects from inception through to completion, ensuring high standards of service delivery.


• Building and maintaining strong client relationships while identifying opportunities to develop existing accounts and generate new business.


• Managing your own diary, workload and deadlines effectively, keeping colleagues informed and contributing to the wider team.

Projects will span a range of sectors, particularly office, major residential and industrial property, providing exposure to a varied and commercially interesting workload.

About You

To be considered, you must be MRICS qualified and have the experience and confidence to manage instructions independently. We would be particularly interested in speaking with candidates who can demonstrate:

• MRICS qualification in Building Surveying.


• Experience operating at Senior or Chartered Building Surveyor level.


• A strong all-round building surveying background, covering both professional services and project work.


• The ability to manage a varied workload and deliver projects with minimal supervision.


• Strong communication and client-facing skills.


• A proactive, commercially aware approach, with an interest in developing client relationships.


• The ability to work collaboratively within a small team while taking ownership of your own responsibilities.

Candidates who have recently achieved MRICS through the APC may also be considered, provided they have a strong level of relevant experience gained before becoming chartered and are ready to take on a senior-level role.

Ideally, you will be based in Leeds or within a commutable distance, as the business is keen to build a long-term working relationship with someone who can become an established member of the local team.

The Opportunity

The successful candidate will join a consultancy that prioritises long-term relationships, professional development and high-quality service delivery.

The business has a loyal client base, including established blue-chip organisations, and delivers a wide variety of instructions across its UK offices. Current work includes industrial projects, commercial office refurbishments, dilapidations and asset management projects, with instructions ranging from smaller refurbishment schemes to major capital projects.

There is a genuine opportunity to take ownership of your work, develop your technical and commercial skills, build client relationships and contribute to the continued growth of the Leeds office.

The working environment is friendly and flexible, with an emphasis on trust, accountability and maintaining a healthy balance between work and personal commitments.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.


• Performance-related bonus linked to individual fee turnover and company performance.


• Additional bonus opportunities linked to new client introductions and year-on-year account growth.


• Car allowance or company car, depending on individual circumstances.


• Company pension contributions.


• Optional private medical insurance and everyday healthcare schemes.


• 25 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays.


• Potential for increased annual leave with length of service.


• Discretionary Christmas office closure, reviewed annually.


• Professional membership fees paid.


• Continuing Professional Development (CPD) supported.


• Structured career progression, with defined responsibilities and regular in-person reviews.

Working Arrangements

The role is based in central Leeds, with a minimum of one day per week in the office as a team, ideally two days.

The consultancy operates core office hours of 9am to 5.30pm and encourages individuals to manage their own diaries and workloads responsibly. While regular communication and collaboration are important, the culture is built around trust, flexibility and delivering excellent work rather than unnecessary bureaucracy.