Building Surveyor in Bristol

We are looking for experienced and forward-thinking Building Surveyors to join our dynamic and driven construction consultancy, with opportunities across London, the South East and South West regions. Work across an exciting range of dynamic projects on a varied range of sectors, including healthcare, blue light, local government and education.

At Fulkers Bailey Russell, we are not just about delivering projects — we are a construction consultancy that is focused on making a positive impact. We deliver exceptional consultancy services, champion sustainability and, most importantly, empower and prioritise our people. As a proud B Corp, we are committed to high standards of social and environmental performance and making the journey smooth and successful for our clients. We are big enough to lead complex, high-profile projects, yet small enough to genuinely support and care for our employees.

As a Building Surveyor with us, you will be working closely with our Senior Building Surveyors and Associates to oversee projects and tasks from start to finish. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with a diverse team of construction professionals and stakeholders, ensuring that projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. Your goal will be to achieve a high level of client satisfaction. This role offers hybrid working with on-site visits as needed — supporting both project success and a healthy work-life balance.

Responsibilities:

• Acting as Contract Administrator and/or Employers Agent when required
• Preparation of project design and specifications
• Managing projects of varied size and complexity
• Undertake surveys and site inspections
• Preparation of tender documentation, tender evaluations, and tender recommendations
• Support in providing contractual advice pre and post contract to other design team members and clients
• Prepare existing and proposed plans in CAD format, managing the review of plans
• Managing and working with multi-disciplinary project teams
• Act as lead designer
• Managing and coordinating site visits and surveys
• Undertaking general day to day project duties
• Preparation of Feasibility reports
• Preparation of Building Regulation and planning applications
• Assisting senior surveyors and associate directors with Party Wall Matters, Acquisition and Condition Surveys and Dilapidations
• Maintaining technical working understanding of Buildings, construction, management, and operations, including their defects, and assist with the technical knowledge of other colleagues
• Always take personal responsibility for the health and safety of yourself and others by working within company H&S procedures
• Endeavour to improve our social and environmental impact
• Any other duties as reasonably required

Requirements:

• Degree qualification (RICS-accredited or equivalent)
• Chartered or working towards RICS chartership
• Strong technical grounding across all core areas of building surveying
• Client-focused mindset with a drive to deliver cost-effective, outcome-based solutions
• Ability to manage projects with minimal supervision
• Confident in networking and keen to support business development activities
• Capable of delegating tasks effectively and developing leadership skills

Please note: Due to client requirements, this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Benefits:

• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays), plus an extra paid day off for your birthday and Christmas shutdown
• Option to buy or carry over up to 5 additional holiday days annually
• Private health cover from day one
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and charitable volunteer leave
• Agile working policy
• Annual discretionary bonus and salary review
• Company pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Access to a wellbeing app and online learning platform
• Career development, chartership support and training opportunities
• Internal recruitment referral bonus scheme

Fulkers Bailey Russell is now a Certified B Corporation, meeting high standards of social and environmental performance. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace - diversity in our team leads to creativity, innovation, and better business outcomes, and we promote equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. Join us and be part of a team that values and celebrates diversity.