Chartered Building Surveyor - Associate Director

Overview

At Jacobs, we reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing. We deliver coordinated, value‑driven solutions from advisory and consulting through feasibility, planning, design, programme delivery and lifecycle asset management to create a more connected and sustainable world.

We’re seeking an experienced Associate Director (Building Surveying) to join our UK team in Glasgow, Leeds, Birmingham or Manchester. This role delivers a diverse mix of building surveying services across commercial, industrial and public‑sector assets for clients spanning transport infrastructure, aviation, commercial development, healthcare, education, residential, industrial and mixed‑use environments. You will join a collaborative workplace with a strong client base and a varied project portfolio, working alongside highly respected specialists while shaping the growth of our regional building surveying offering.

We’re looking for a Chartered Building Surveyor (MRICS) who can bring depth, insight and leadership to multidisciplinary teams.

• Lead major work streams such as large‑scale condition surveys and fire‑safety remediation programmes.
• Prepare and review specifications, tender documentation and design information, and produce high‑quality technical reports—from condition surveys and options appraisals to heritage statements, due‑diligence outputs and RIBA Stage 2/3 contributions.
• Apply a sound understanding of current UK construction requirements and health and safety legislation to strengthen technical integrity and support informed decision‑making across assets and sectors.
• Support the development and mentoring of junior colleagues, including APC supervision, counsellor or assessor roles, to help early‑career professionals progress in training and build confidence and capability.
• Build strong client relationships with professional, timely and proactive communication, and influence and grow work streams to expand presence across Scottish regions and wider UK.
• Contribute to proposals, fees and client presentations that demonstrate the value and expertise of the team, and support business development and long‑term partnerships.

• Chartered status with MRICS accreditation (or MRIC/FRIC as applicable).
• Private practice or consultancy experience with knowledge of health and safety, party wall, building regulations/planning and the Building Safety Act, PAS 9980.
• Experience surveying the condition of existing buildings, identifying and analysing defects, and proposing repair solutions; inspecting and advising on design, construction, maintenance, repair and refurbishment of buildings and sites.
• Ability to obtain security clearance at SC level would be advantageous.
• Role is hybrid with three days in the office.

At Jacobs, you’ll find more than just a job. You’ll discover a global network of expertise and opportunity, a culture founded on safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging, and flexible working arrangements that support wellbeing and potential.

Opportunities to make a real‑world impact through our global giving and volunteering programs, plus benefits such as up to 10% pension and 24 days (plus 10 days bought) holidays. We provide free medical and income protection insurance and many more benefits.

Joining Jacobs connects you locally and globally. We value safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging, and we support one another through a culture of caring. We are committed to embedding inclusion and belonging in everything we do and to building vibrant communities within Jacobs through Employee Networks and Find Your Community initiatives.

Jacobs partners with external organizations to attract diverse talent. For greater accessibility, please visit the relevant resources. As a disability confident employer, we interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria and welcome flexible working requests and candidates who may not meet all listed requirements.

We value collaboration and believe in the importance of in‑person interaction for culture and client delivery. Our hybrid working policy provides the flexibility to split time between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations to maximize your potential.

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