SENIOR CHARTERED BUILDING SURVEYOR
SRVO • Home Based – Manchester / Leeds
ROLE OVERVIEW
You will join a highly capable building surveying team, working under the guidance of the Building Surveying Directors to deliver the core services our clients rely on. Operating primarily in the residential market, you will apply robust technical judgement to diagnose building defects, scope solutions, and see projects through from feasibility to completion.
You will balance site-based inspections with precise reporting and clear client communication, providing practical, safe and sustainable recommendations. Your work will help set the standard for technically sound delivery, while you mentor colleagues and contribute to continuous improvement across our service lines.
ROLE EXPECTATIONS
Most days you will be planning and undertaking site inspections, preparing high-quality technical reports and specifications, and running projects through contract administration. You will liaise closely with clients, contractors and colleagues to keep programmes on track, manage risk and ensure works meet scope, budget and quality standards.
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
You deliver accurate, actionable reports and specifications that clients trust and act upon.
You run projects to scope, programme and budget, with clear risk management and change control.
You spot issues early, propose pragmatic solutions and drive decisions that protect safety and value.
You build strong client relationships, generating repeat work and positive feedback.
You uphold rigorous standards in health, safety and compliance across all instructions.
You share knowledge and support team development, improving consistency and efficiency.
HOW YOU'LL SPEND MOST OF YOUR TIME
Carrying out building pathology inspections, defect diagnostics and due diligence surveys.
Developing scopes, specifications and schedules of work for maintenance, remediation and refurbishment.
Leading contract administration, tender processes and contractor oversight through to completion.
Producing clear, technically robust reports, cost estimates and client communications.
Managing programmes, budgets, risks and stakeholder expectations across multiple live instructions.
Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, standards and CDM duties within your role.
WHO THIS ROLE IS FOR
You are a seasoned surveyor who enjoys combining hands-on inspections with project delivery.
You think commercially, communicate clearly and present complex technical matters simply.
You are organised, proactive and comfortable juggling multiple priorities across dispersed sites.
You take ownership, work collaboratively and hold yourself to high technical and safety standards.
You are motivated by improving homes and communities through practical, sustainable solutions.
EXPERIENCE THAT HELPS
Strong track record delivering residential surveys, defect diagnosis and refurbishment projects.
Experience preparing specifications, running tenders and administering JCT contracts.
Familiarity with fire and building safety remediation, compliance and risk management.
Confidence working with managing agents, freeholders, resident groups and contractors.
Competence with digital surveying tools, reporting platforms and data-led decision making.
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive salary
Salary sacrifice scheme and the option to buy or sell a week's annual leave
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Discretionary bonus
Private healthcare after probation, life assurance
Spectrum Life wellbeing platform
Free eye tests
Fully funded training and professional development
Employee referral scheme, up to £1,500
My Gym discount
ABOUT SRVO
SRVO is a Chartered Surveying and Property Consultancy delivering building surveying, project and consultancy services across the UK.
We work across both commercial and residential sectors and have built a strong reputation through long-standing client relationships, technically robust delivery and a practical approach to problem solving.
Our mission is to transform the property landscape with safe and sustainable solutions.
As part of the Odevo Group, SRVO combines the agility and expertise of a specialist consultancy with the stability, scale and long-term investment of a wider group. We set our people up to succeed through the right tools, technology and support, alongside clear development pathways and an environment where wellbeing is genuinely prioritised.
HOW WE HIRE
Initial conversation with our talent team
Interview focused on your technical surveying capability, building pathology and project delivery experience, report quality, safety and compliance approach, and client communication
We aim to complete the process within two to three weeks and communicate clearly throughout.
INTERESTED?
Apply with your CV.
All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documentary evidence of eligibility will be required.
A full, clean UK driving licence is essential.
Senior Chartered Building Surveyor - Manchester in London employer: SRVO
At SRVO Valuations & Surveys, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer by offering a supportive and flexible work culture that empowers Chartered Surveyors to thrive in their careers. With competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits including private medical insurance and fully funded professional development, our home-based roles provide the autonomy to manage your workload while being part of a collaborative team dedicated to high-quality standards. Join us as we expand nationally, and enjoy the unique advantage of working with a respected RICS-registered practice backed by the resources of the Odevo Group.
