Building Surveyor

My client is seeking a Senior Building Surveyor to join a growing multidisciplinary consultancy team based in Milton Keynes. The role will primarily cover Central and North London, along with surrounding areas local to Milton Keynes.

This is a busy and varied position offering exposure to a broad range of projects, with a strong focus on insurance-related work, particularly across residential buildings of all construction types. The role provides an excellent opportunity for an experienced surveyor to demonstrate strong technical expertise, leadership capability and a commitment to delivering high-quality client service.

The Role

The successful Senior Building Surveyor will support the wider surveying team while managing their own projects and client instructions. Responsibilities will include:

Inspecting and advising on the design, construction, maintenance, repair and refurbishment of a wide range of buildings

Undertaking acquisition surveys, condition reports, measured surveys and defect investigations

Preparing technical reports, schedules of works and detailed specifications

Designing and overseeing works using recognised building contracts and current technical standards

Independently delivering large-value projects across professional consultancy services

Applying relevant legislation including health and safety, party wall matters, building regulations and planning

Playing an active role in promoting services and supporting business development

Supervising and mentoring junior surveyors and supporting their professional development

Ensuring compliance with internal procedures and health and safety requirements at all times

The Team

The consultancy is a well-established multidisciplinary private practice, delivering services across building surveying, engineering, cost consultancy, architecture, planning, insurance claims and heritage work.

The business operates nationally and is recognised for providing practical, workable solutions across both public and private sector projects. A strong focus is placed on quality management, continuous improvement and creating a people-focused working environment.

The Person

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:

Extensive experience within building surveying or related consultancy environments

Strong technical knowledge supported by awareness of current statutory requirements and guidance

Proven experience in defect diagnosis and technical report writing

Insurance repair project experience, ideally within residential property

Experience in leadership, supervision and negotiation

Ability to manage large-scale projects to deadlines and within budget

Working knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015, Party Wall matters and Building Regulations

Strong analytical, mathematical and IT skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

A flexible and adaptable approach to work

Benefits

£50,000 - £65,000

Clear development and progression opportunities

Extensive learning and professional development support

Flexible benefits including additional holiday purchase, cycle to work schemes, healthcare and pension options

Employee wellbeing support and lifestyle benefits