Senior Chartered Building Surveyor in Manchester

Opportunity to Shape a New Manchester Office

Step into a career-defining role at a purpose-driven consultancy that’s been surpassing expectations for over 60 years. Join the team that will establish our brand-new Manchester office and play a pivotal role in shaping its success.

Team Role – Responsibilities

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions and drive project outcomes.
• Provide regular client exposure across multiple sectors.
• Lead and co‑ordinate project teams in the successful delivery of construction schemes as part of our one‑team ethos.
• Develop technical knowledge to give guidance to others across a variety of sectors.
• Mentor and support junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
• Develop new workstreams and client opportunities through both innovation and repeat business arising from effective project delivery.

Individual Duties – Key Tasks

• Pre‑contract advice on construction, contract or cost aspects of building surveying work, including feasibilities.
• Conduct detailed inspections and assessments of existing buildings, identify defects, prepare detailed reports, and provide advice on maintenance, repair and refurbishment strategies.
• Lead building surveying projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and client requirements.
• Prepare specifications, obtain tenders and draft contract documents.
• Provide advice to clients and junior team members on effective procurement approaches.
• Administer contracts, perform valuations, certify and chair meetings with associated document preparation.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients on properties, dilapidations, party‑wall matters and other building‑related issues.
• Manage project timelines, budgets and resources effectively.
• Stay updated on industry regulations and best practices.
• Liaise with stakeholders, including clients, contractors and regulatory authorities.
• Manage and develop a small team of Building Surveyors to deliver new and existing work programmes.
• Mentor and coach graduate team members towards their professional qualifications.
• Develop and maintain client relationships contributing to growth of the team and wider department.

Skills and Requirements

• MRICS status.
• Extensive experience in Building Surveying within the construction industry.
• Experience delivering a wide range of project‑based work.
• Strong client‑facing experience; preferably with a private consultancy background.

About Kendall Kingscott

Kendall Kingscott (KK) is a UK‑based multidisciplinary construction consultancy offering specialist services across the UK. With over 60 years of expertise, we deliver transformative refurbishment, ongoing maintenance and new build projects across education, healthcare, residential and retail sectors. Our collaborative, supportive environment nurtures career progression, training success and repeat business.

As part of the RSK Group, we provide integrated environmental, engineering and technical services to a wide range of sectors, promoting a people‑first culture and a culture of innovation and inclusion.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, and we encourage applications from all candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability or any other protected characteristic.