Senior Chartered Building Surveyor

Step into a career-defining role and help establish our new Manchester office with a purpose-driven consultancy that’s been going beyond expectations for over 60 years.

We are a well-established business with a proud heritage dating back to 1962. Our reputation for delivering exceptional building surveying services has been built over decades, and we are now expanding into Manchester to meet the growing demand for our expertise across the Northwest.

This is a unique and exciting opportunity to join our brand-new Manchester office and play a pivotal role in shaping its success. You will be part of a dynamic team at the forefront of our regional growth, helping to establish our presence in a thriving market.

The work will be varied and rewarding, covering a broad range of sectors including healthcare, housing, education, and commercial property. From complex refurbishment projects to condition surveys and other construction consultancy duties, you will have the chance to work on diverse assignments that make a real impact.

As part of this new team, you’ll have the autonomy to influence how we deliver services in the region, while benefiting from the support and resources of a business that has been trusted for over 60 years. This is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to shape the future of our Manchester office and accelerate your career in a growing market.

Team role

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions and drive successful project outcomes.
• Regular client exposure on a job specific level across multiple sectors.
• Lead and co-ordinate project teams in the successful delivery of construction schemes as part of our 1 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 and development within the organisation.
• Develop new workstreams and client opportunities through both innovation as well as repeat business arising from effective project delivery.

Individual duties

• Pre-contract advice on construction, contract or cost aspects of building surveying work including feasibilities.
• Conduct detailed inspections and assessments of existing buildings, identifying defects, preparing detailed reports and providing expert advice on maintenance, repair, and refurbishment strategies.
• Lead building surveying projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and client requirements.
• Preparation of specifications, obtaining tenders and preparing contract documents.
• Provide advice to clients and junior team members on effective approaches to procurement.
• Contract administration, valuation and certification including chairing meetings with associated document preparation.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients – offering strategic guidance 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 existing Building Surveyors to deliver new and existing work programmes.
• Mentor and coach new and existing graduate team members towards their professional qualifications, assisting where necessary.
• Develop and maintain new and existing 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 required the delivery of a wide range of project based work.
• Experience in client facing roles ideally with private consultancy background.