Chartered Building Surveyor

Head of Building Surveying – UK Estates Group

Client-Side | Office & Mixed-Use Portfolio

We are mandated by a UK Estates Group, a leading private property company with a diverse national portfolio, to recruit a Head of Building Surveying to lead the technical delivery and strategic development of surveying services across its office and mixed-use assets.

This is a high-profile, client-side leadership role where your building surveying expertise will directly influence asset performance, compliance, and long-term value.

Main Duties

• Lead the group-wide approach to dilapidations, ensuring consistency and expert guidance across all commercial assets.
• Oversee Reinstatement Cost Assessments, managing external consultants and ensuring accurate valuations for insurance purposes.
• Drive EPC compliance and sustainability initiatives, embedding best practice across the estate.
• Manage the procurement and performance of external building surveying and project management consultants.
• Deliver clear, insightful technical reports on asset condition, project progress, and risk for senior stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development of asset lifecycle strategies, ensuring long-term resilience and value.

To be considered

• Chartered Building Surveyor (MRICS, RIBA, or CIOB) with 5+ years PQE in a commercial property environment.
• Strong technical background in building pathology, dilapidations, and contract administration.
• Experience managing multi-site portfolios in sectors such as office or mixed-use developments.
• Skilled in contract negotiation, consultant management, and procurement.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and build trust at all levels.

For a confidential discussion, contact Daniah Williams MRICS – 07989 435 960 | daniah.williams@mrgglobal.com