Senior Building Surveyor - Building Surveying Job in Romford, London - 55,000 - 70,000

Hybrid working, strong project variety, and long term client relationships.

Job Summary

This position is based in Romford, East London and supports projects across London and the South East. You will deliver both professional services and project management duties across varied sectors. The role covers residential, commercial, retail, education, and healthcare developments. You will manage refurbishment and remedial works from feasibility through to completion. The position involves site inspections, reporting, and contract administration responsibilities.

This role provides exposure to diverse project types and technical challenges. You will handle surveys, defect diagnosis, and asset planning activities. The role supports progression within a collaborative consultancy environment. It suits candidates seeking a balance between professional services and project delivery responsibilities.

About the Company

This established consultancy operates within the building surveying and construction sector. The organisation delivers services across both private and public sector clients. Their team includes professionals across surveying, project management, and quantity surveying disciplines. Projects are focused within London and the South East region. The company maintains long term client relationships through consistent service delivery. Their approach combines technical expertise with practical project management solutions. Employees benefit from a supportive working environment and balanced workload expectations. The organisation promotes professional development through training and accreditation support.

Role & Responsibilities

• Deliver a full range of building surveying duties across professional services and project management assignments.
• Undertake site surveys including schedules of condition, defect diagnosis, and condition reporting.
• Prepare detailed tender documentation for refurbishment and alteration works across multiple sectors.
• Manage projects using JCT Intermediate and Design and Build contracts from inception to completion.
• Produce clear and concise technical reports based on site inspections and survey findings.
• Carry out dilapidations, party wall matters, and feasibility assessments for client projects.
• Support planned maintenance strategies through asset surveys and expenditure planning reports.
• Undertake fire risk assessments with training provided to develop competency in this area.

Skills & Experience Required

• Minimum five years experience within a building surveying consultancy environment.
• Professional membership such as MRICS or MCIOB or equivalent experience considered.
• Strong client facing skills with ability to manage relationships across private and public sectors.
• Experience delivering refurbishment or remedial project management across multiple building types.
• Proven background in professional services including surveys, defect diagnosis, and reporting.
• Knowledge of JCT contracts and contract administration processes within construction projects.
• Strong organisational skills with ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Interest or experience in fire risk assessments with willingness to undertake further training.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary range between 55,000 and 70,000 depending on experience and level.
• Hybrid working arrangement to support flexibility and work life balance.
• 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays and additional Christmas closure period.
• Holiday entitlement increases annually after three years up to a maximum allowance.
• Regular CPD and training opportunities to support professional development.
• Contribution towards industry accreditations and professional memberships.
• Social events and team activities to support collaborative working culture.

Who Is This Role Ideal For?

This role suits a Senior Building Surveyor seeking a balanced consultancy position. It is ideal for candidates with experience across both project and professional services. Individuals who enjoy varied project exposure across sectors will benefit from this role. The position suits professionals confident managing client relationships and technical delivery. Candidates should be comfortable working across surveys, reporting, and contract administration duties. Strong organisational skills are essential for handling multiple assignments effectively. The role also suits individuals seeking hybrid working within a supportive team environment. This position supports long term career progression within consultancy practice.

About Hunter Dunning

Hunter Dunning is a specialist property and built environment recruitment consultancy established in 2004, focused on quality and long-term partnerships in the UK and Ireland property and construction market. We specialise in full lifecycle property recruitment, covering architecture, interior design, surveying, land and planning, fire safety and wider construction roles. We offer informed and confidential discussions for both clients and candidates and welcome conversations about this opportunity and your wider career plans within the built environment.

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