Senior Building Surveyor

Senior Building SurveyorSalary: £60,000-£70,000 \\nHours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday\\nLocation: Office‑based with hybrid working post‑probation\\n\\nOverview\\n\\nA well‑established property estate is seeking a highly experienced Senior Building Surveyor to join its small, dedicated Building Surveying team. Reporting directly to the Head of Department, this is a hands‑on role covering all aspects of repair, maintenance, property compliance, improvement works, and statutory obligations across a diverse residential and commercial portfolio.The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring that all works are properly specified and delivered in accordance with Building Regulations, Planning requirements, Health & Safety legislation and all other statutory obligations. This is a crucial position requiring strong technical capability, excellent stakeholder engagement, and the ability to manage multiple priorities across a busy and varied estate.\\n\\nKey Responsibilities\\n\\nSupport senior property leads in delivering strategic goals, projects, and operational tasks across the estate.\\nEnsure full compliance with Health & Safety and CDM regulations, implementing required measures when necessary.\\nLead internal and external refurbishment projects to improve EPC ratings for residential and commercial properties.\\nOversee the day‑to‑day management, maintenance, and upkeep of the estate's property portfolio.\\nDrive forward compliance and requirements associated with the Building Safety Act.\\nConduct regular inspections of residential (rented & leasehold) and commercial properties, preparing specifications, tenders, and instructions for repairs, improvements, and redecoration.\\nContribute to sustainability initiatives across the property portfolio, supporting the organisation's aim for full energy compliance by 2030.\\nWork with external consultants and the residential management team to support Section 20 processes, ensuring all legal requirements are met.\\nManage relationships with external contractors responsible for delivering works.\\nProvide mentoring and support to junior team members.\\nSkills & Experience Required\\n\\nChartered (MRICS) or working toward chartership – desirable but not essential.\\nProven background in building surveying, particularly within residential leasehold and rented property portfolios.\\nStrong technical knowledge of building pathology and defect diagnosis.\\nProficient in Excel, CAD, NBS, and confident in using various property/asset management systems.\\nSolid understanding of JCT Contracts and their contractual application.\\nWorking knowledge of the Party Wall Act, CDM Regulations, and Health & Safety legislation.\\nStrong report‑writing skills and ability to produce clear, accurate technical documentation.\\nConfident communicator with the ability to handle difficult or sensitive conversations professionally.\\nAbility to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and manage competing priorities calmly and effectively.Benefits\\n\\nEmployer pension contribution of approx.