Commercial Building Surveyor Job at Brandon James (Cambridge)

Chartered Commercial Building Surveyor

A client of mine, a multi-disciplinary property and construction consultancy who...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

55000.00 - 60000.00 GBP / Year

Brandon James

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Degree in Building Surveying
MRICS Chartered status, or actively working towards chartership
Strong experience across surveys, dilapidations, contract administration, and project management
Proficiency in AutoCAD and NBS (beneficial)
Commercially astute, proactive, well-organised, and diligent
Excellent communication skills and confidence working directly with clients
Full UK driving licence

Job Responsibility

Act as Building Surveyor across a range of project and professional service commissions from inception to completion
Lead on schedules of dilapidations, PPMs, condition surveys, defect analysis, and pre-acquisition surveys
Undertake party wall matters and neighbourly matters, preparing notices, awards, and schedules of condition
Prepare specifications and tender documentation, assessing bids and advising clients
Act as Contract Administrator on projects across offices, warehouses, and public sector buildings
Work closely with clients, providing clear advice and ensuring technical and financial considerations are well managed
Collaborate with senior colleagues to develop expertise while mentoring junior team members

What we offer

25 days annual leave + bank holidays (with festive shutdown and long service recognition)
Opportunities for flexible and remote working
Competitive company pension scheme
Health cash plan scheme
Professional membership support
In-house coaching, mentoring, and career development pathways
Cycle to work scheme
Death in service benefit
Early finish incentives when practice targets are achieved
Enhanced family policies

Fulltime

New

Building Surveyor

A client of mine, a leading Building Consultancy known for its exceptional proje...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

50000.00 - 65000.00 GBP / Year

Brandon James

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors)
Demonstrable post-qualification experience in a Building Surveying role
In-depth knowledge of construction methods, building pathology, and procurement routes
Ability to act as Contract Administrator and Employer's Agent
Clear understanding of legislation affecting the built environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent problem-solving ability and commercial awareness
Proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Able to work independently and as part of a close-knit team

Job Responsibility

Leading and delivering building surveying commissions
Supporting clients across condition and measured surveys, defect analysis, technical due diligence, dilapidations, party wall matters, and project management
Providing technical direction on complex schemes
Working closely with Directors
Supporting more junior colleagues

What we offer

28 days annual leave + bank holidays
Discretionary annual bonus
Private medical insurance (including dental and optical)
Death in service
Enhanced parental leave
Cycle to work scheme
Support for further qualifications and professional development
Structured internal mentoring and progression pathways
Access to a global network of expertise and project opportunities
Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Fulltime

New

Senior Building Surveyor

A property investment and asset management business is seeking a Senior Building...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

65000.00 - 75000.00 GBP / Year

Brandon James

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A degree in Building Surveying or a related construction or property discipline
Strong Building Surveying experience within the commercial property sector
Proven experience delivering refurbishment and development projects
Experience undertaking contract administration duties
Strong understanding of construction technology and defect diagnosis
Knowledge of planning, Building Control, CDM and Party Wall legislation
Experience managing consultants, contractors and external stakeholders
Strong commercial awareness and project cost control experience

Job Responsibility

Leading refurbishment, repair and development projects from inception through to completion and handover
Managing project programmes, budgets and cashflow forecasts
Undertaking contract administration duties including instructions, variations, notices and certification
Preparing and managing design, tender and contract documentation
Managing procurement processes and contractor appointments
Ensuring compliance with planning, Building Control, CDM and Party Wall requirements
Monitoring project risks, programme updates and change management processes
Providing technical and commercial advice on defects, refurbishment strategies and asset improvement projects
Undertaking inspections and diagnosing building defects
Supporting acquisition and investment decisions through technical due diligence

What we offer

Discretionary bonus scheme
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Office closure over the festive period
Additional holiday entitlement with service
Private Medical Insurance
Healthcare Cash Plan
5% Company Pension Contribution
Employee Assistance Programme

Fulltime

New

Building Surveyor

A growing property and construction consultancy is seeking a Building Surveyor t...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

50000.00 - 65000.00 GBP / Year

Brandon James

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A degree in Building Surveying or a related property or construction discipline
Experience delivering commercial Building Surveying services
Proven experience undertaking dilapidations, technical due diligence and contract administration instructions
Experience acting as Project Manager and/or Employer's Agent
Excellent communication and client-facing skills
Strong commercial awareness and organisational ability
Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously

Job Responsibility

Delivering dilapidations instructions on behalf of both landlords and tenants
Undertaking technical due diligence surveys and preparing acquisition, disposal and refinancing reports
Managing refurbishment and fit-out projects from inception through to completion
Undertaking contract administration duties across a variety of commercial projects
Acting as Project Manager and Employer's Agent where required
Carrying out defect analysis, schedules of condition and planned preventative maintenance reports
Preparing reinstatement cost assessments and feasibility studies
Managing client relationships and ensuring projects are delivered to agreed programmes and budgets

What we offer

Flexible hybrid working
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Christmas shutdown period
Private healthcare
Pension scheme
Ongoing professional development and training

Fulltime

New

Building Surveyor

A leading property consultancy is seeking a Building Surveyor to join their Lond...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

58000.00 - 68000.00 GBP / Year

Brandon James

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A degree in Building Surveying or a related property or construction discipline
Experience delivering professional and project-based Building Surveying services
Strong contract administration and refurbishment project experience
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage workload effectively and meet project deadlines
Experience working independently and within a team environment
Strong client-facing and relationship management skills

Job Responsibility

Delivering core Building Surveying services with a focus on contract administration and refurbishment projects
Undertaking professional Building Surveying instructions across a range of property types
Managing refurbishment projects from inception through to completion
Building and maintaining strong client relationships
Identifying and supporting new business opportunities
Managing assignments for investor and occupier clients
Preparing reports, specifications and project documentation
Delivering projects in line with agreed timescales and budgets
Supporting fee generation and financial targets

What we offer

25 days annual leave increasing with length of service
Enhanced pension scheme
Life assurance
Interest-free season ticket loan
Health and wellbeing support programme
Remote GP access
Enhanced family-friendly benefits

Fulltime

New

Principal Building Surveyor

We are looking for a Principal Building Surveyor to join our Capital Projects se...

Location

United Kingdom , Portsmouth

Salary:

60906.00 - 68200.00 GBP / Year

Portsmouth City Council

Expiration Date

July 24, 2026

Requirements

Chartered Building Surveyor (MRICS)
degree in a relevant construction discipline
broad understanding of building surveying practice, including contract management (particularly JCT), building legislation, and construction health and safety
proven experience delivering professional surveying services and managing projects
sound commercial awareness, including cost control and value-for-money decision making
strong IT skills, including use of Microsoft packages and design software such as AutoCAD
effective leader and communicator, capable of managing and developing a team while working collaboratively
organised and methodical, confidently oversee multiple projects, provide clear professional advice, and contribute to high-quality service delivery
commitment to supporting professional development of others, particularly through the RICS APC pathway
hold a full driving licence with access to a vehicle or be willing to learn to drive to support travel across sites in and around Portsmouth

Job Responsibility

Deliver professional building surveying services and project work across a varied portfolio of housing and corporate assets
lead a team responsible for refurbishment schemes, planned maintenance, compliance works and building safety projects
manage resources, budgets, contractors and consultants to ensure projects are delivered effectively and in line with legislation and policy
oversee workloads, support development of team, and maintain high professional standards across surveying services
work closely with clients and stakeholders, prepare briefs, advise on options and costs, and support informed decision-making to deliver successful outcomes across the council's property portfolio

Fulltime

New

Building Surveyor

A leading multi-disciplinary construction consultancy is seeking a Building Surv...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Salary:

50000.00 - 55000.00 GBP / Year

Brandon James

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Degree qualified in Building Surveying or related property discipline
Experience in a consultancy environment
Knowledge of dilapidations, contract administration and professional surveying work
Strong communication and client-facing skills
Ability to manage workload across multiple instructions
Commercial awareness and understanding of client requirements
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong report writing and analytical skills
Understanding of relevant building regulations and standards
Willingness to develop through CPD and ongoing learning

Job Responsibility

Undertaking building inspections, acquisition surveys and measured surveys
Delivering dilapidations advice and schedules
Contract administration of refurbishment and maintenance projects
Preparing schedules of condition and defect reports
Advising on building maintenance, repair and refurbishment
Supporting project delivery from inception through to completion
Liaising with clients and external stakeholders to ensure project progress
Assisting with planning and technical due diligence matters

What we offer

Bonus
Pension
Healthcare
Professional development support
Hybrid working
Life assurance
Flexible benefits package
Career progression opportunities

Fulltime

New

Senior Building Surveyor

A leading property and construction consultancy are now seeking an experienced S...

Location

United Kingdom , Manchester

Salary:

65000.00 - 75000.00 GBP / Year

Brandon James

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Degree qualified in Building Surveying or a related property discipline
MRICS or FRICS preferred
Experience delivering Building Safety and remediation projects
Strong understanding of Building Safety legislation and regulatory requirements
Experience working on Higher-Risk Buildings and Building Safety Cases
Experience supporting Gateway 2 applications
Previous fire safety experience within commercial and/or residential property

Job Responsibility

Managing fire door and fire compartmentation remediation schemes
Providing technical advice to clients on fire safety and Building Safety matters
Producing and contributing to Building Safety Case Reports
Liaising with Principal Accountable Persons and regulatory bodies
Managing external consultants and contractors throughout project delivery
Reviewing technical reports and advising on remediation strategies
Supporting Gateway 2 applications and Building Safety submissions

What we offer

Discretionary Bonus
Hybrid Working
Pension
Healthcare
Life Insurance
Wellness Programme
Additional Holiday Entitlement

Fulltime

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