Senior Building Surveyor

3 days ago


Birmingham UK, West Midlands, United Kingdom Construction Professionals Recruitment Full time

Senior Building Surveyor - Job Description


****ALL APPLICANTS MUST LIVE AND WORK IN THE UK IF NOT YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE PROCESSED*******


Skills, Knowledge, Understanding and Learning


  • Bachelor’s degree in Building Surveying or construction related field.
  • Relevant professional qualifications and memberships (e.g., RICS).
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Building Regulations and Fire Safety legislation in England.
  • Building pathology experience is essential.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to produce clear and concise reports.


Main Duties and Responsibilities


Building Inspections

  • Conduct detailed inspections of high rise, educational or healthcare buildings, emphasising the identification and documentation of defects and structural issues. Support more junior resource where applicable.
  • Leverage building pathology expertise to identify apparent and potential defects in residential properties.


Defect Analysis and Remedial Solutions


  • Articulate and explain various types of defects found in a variety of buildings, providing comprehensive reports with clear insights and recommended remedial solutions.


Communication and Client Interaction


  • Professionally engage with clients, demonstrating clear and articulate communication when explaining complex defects and proposed solutions.
  • Manage relationships with clients, addressing enquiries and ensuring their understanding and satisfaction with the inspection and reporting process.


Pre-Contract Procedures and Administration


  • Assist with/organising all pre-contract investigations, scoping surveys and other due diligence issues required by Clients, including sustainability issues.
  • Assist in production of the Project Execution Plan.
  • Chair and minute pre-contract meetings; immediate issue of minutes to all relevant parties.
  • Project manage where applicable other consultants on behalf of client.
  • Resident liaison.
  • Assist to prepare detailed specification of works, performance specification and where applicable building regulations and contract drawings.
  • Amend contracts, prepare Build Agreements and JCT contracts.
  • Tendering (single & 2-stage PCSA) including procurement analysis and reporting.
  • Prepare and issue Contract documents.
  • Ensure the appropriate stage invoices are issued.
  • Use of NBS specification writing.
  • Production of progress reports to clients.


Post Contract Procedures and Administration


  • Attend and minute site meetings; immediate issue to all relevant parties.
  • Regular site inspections; reporting of same.
  • Timely issue of relevant instructions, certificates and notices.
  • Assess contractor payment applications and advise client on cash-flow forecast.
  • Coordinate management of projects as a whole, ensuring timely and satisfactory delivery to Clients.
  • Prepare Final Accounts (claims where applicable) and issue final statements.
  • Support junior members of the team.


Contract Administration / Project Management


  • Independently manage workload to meet fee targets, ensuring timely completion of inspections, reports and any necessary remedial works mainly for high rise buildings.
  • Prioritise tasks efficiently, handling multiple projects simultaneously and within a team.


Driving and Mobility


  • Possess a valid UK driving Licence as the role may involve frequent travel to various sites for inspections.


Technical Competence and Building Pathology


  • Assess the quality and cause/effect of building defects, particularly in the context of domestic structures.
  • Utilise knowledge of building pathology to enhance the depth of defect analysis.
  • Familiarity with hospitals and schools in terms of building inspections would be advantageous.



  • Birmingham, UK, West Midlands, United Kingdom Bennett & Game Recruitment Limited Full time

    Job Profile for Senior Building Surveyor - LF270181Our client a well-established and growing specialist and multi-disciplined surveying consultancy who are looking for a Senior Building Surveyor to join their growing company on a remote / hybrid basis covering the West Midlands area on a full time, permanent basis. They are a specialist in providing building...

  • Building Surveyor

    3 weeks ago


    Birmingham, UK, West Midlands, United Kingdom Venn Group Full time

    Principal Building SurveyorStart: ASAPDuration: 12 Months InitiallyRate: Inside IR35Location: MidlandsWe are currently working with a Local Council who are looking for an experienced and skilled Principal Building Surveyor to join their team of property professionals looking after the diverse portfolio of buildings (commercial) including care homes, schools,...


  • Birmingham, Midlands, West Midlands, United Kingdom HAYS Full time

    Building Surveying, Building Surveyor, Birmingham, MRICS, APC Your new company You will work for an internationally leading construction consultancy based in Birmingham. You will work in a large building surveying team, as a Senior. You will work across a range of sectors including public sector, commercial, retail, education and development. Your new role...


  • Birmingham, UK, West Midlands, United Kingdom Fourblue Full time

    Senior Quantity Surveyor - Utilities, BESS, EV and I&CA multi-disciplined civil engineering and utility contractor, offering a wide range of services including multi-utilities, BESS, I&C and EV:Salary: Circa £80,000 + vehicle + package Our success is driven by the quality of our team, with ongoing training ensuring staff stay up to date with the latest...


  • Chichester, UK, West Sussex, United Kingdom Bennett & Game Recruitment Limited Full time

    Bennett & Game are proud to represent a leading multi-disciplinary construction consultancy, who are currently seeking a Senior Building Surveyor to join them in their rapidly growing Chichester office with a salary of £40k - £60k, hybrid working options and an excellent benefits package.The Building Surveyor / Senior Building Surveyor will be working on...

  • Building Surveyor

    2 months ago


    Birmingham, Midlands, West Midlands, United Kingdom HAYS Full time

    Building Surveyor, loss adjusting, West Midlands, Your new company My client is a leading provider of technology-enabled risk, benefits, and integrated business solutions. They offer a wide range of services tailored to meet the specific needs of their clients across various sectors, including managing claims for property damage and business interruption....

  • Building Surveyor

    1 month ago


    Birmingham, Midlands, West Midlands, United Kingdom HAYS Full time

    A Building Surveyor job covering the Birmingham and Coventry area Your new company Hays are delighted to be supporting our client in the social housing sector in recruiting a Building Surveyor to join their team on a permanent basis. It is an exciting time to join the organisation with their ambitious plans for further growth and development. Your new role...

  • Quantity Surveyor

    3 weeks ago


    Birmingham, UK, West Midlands, United Kingdom Nelson Permanent Placements Ltd Full time

    Nelson Permanent Placements are proud to be working with a growing housing association who provide support for vulnerable people within the West Midlands. Due to growth within the business our client is looking for 2X Quantity Surveyors to join their team on a permanent basis in Birmingham City Centre.You will be an experienced and detail-oriented Quantity...


  • Birmingham, UK, West Midlands, United Kingdom Praxis Group Full time

    At Praxis Real Estate, we’re all about putting theory into practice. If you’re an experienced building surveyor looking to manage large-scale, complex projects while making a tangible impact on the built environment, we want to hear from you.We’re seeking a Development and Project Surveyor to take immediate ownership of several large refurbishment...


  • Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom BNP Paribas Real Estate Full time

    The Role Our busy Valuation Team are recruiting for a focussed Surveyor or Senior Surveyor to join their established team. The successful candidate will have demonstrable Valuation experience in the UK Real Estate market and be able to manage a fast paced and varied workload. You will be conducting a mix of valuation work throughout the Birmingham area,...

  • Estate Surveyor

    2 months ago


    Birmingham, UK, West Midlands, United Kingdom Venn Group Full time

    Estates Surveyor Start: ASAPRate: £560 per day Inside IR35Duration: 3-6 months initiallyHybrid Working arrangement: West Midlands ResponsibilitiesTo inspect, survey, value, negotiate, report upon and conclude cases allocated to the postholder embracing: - a. Acquisitions (both by Agreement and Under CPO powers). b. Disposals c. Negotiation and processing of...

  • Valuation Surveyor

    2 weeks ago


    Birmingham, Midlands, West Midlands, United Kingdom Hays Full time

    Valuation Surveyor, Birmingham, MRICS Your new company You will work for an internationally leading real estate agency, who operate across logistics, retail, commercial, residential and hospitalityYour new role You will work in the Birmingham office, within their valuation team, as a Valuation Surveyor, or Senior surveyor. You will work with both commercial...


  • Leicestershire, UK, East Midlands, United Kingdom James Andrews Recruitment Solutions Ltd Full time

    We are currently working in partnership with a local authority in Leicestershire, who are seeking an experienced Building Control Surveyor to join their team for an absolute minimum of six months. They are completely open minded and are willing to consider candidates on a temporary or permanent basis. The permanent salary is paying up to £46,731 per annum,...


  • Birmingham, Midlands, West Midlands, United Kingdom Hays Full time

    Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor Role - West Midlands - Long Term Contract - Highways Projects Your new company You will join a leading Tier One Contractor who specialises in the delivery of highway construction and highway maintenance projects across the Midlands region. Due to recently awarded projects, they are looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to...


  • Birmingham, UK, West Midlands, United Kingdom We Are Adam Full time

    Senior Project Manager/ DirectorPermanent roleBased BirminghamMy client is an employee owned project and cost management consultancy working throughout the UK.Based in Birmingham this consultancy delivers large scale strategic, commercial schemes across the UK for both the public and private sectors. You will be working on size schemes ranging from 1 to 200...


  • Hounslow, UK, West London, United Kingdom Arora Group Full time

    Grove Developments is rapidly growing company formed by Arora to design; build and project manage hotel developments, new build apartments, office fit-outs and secure facilities. Specialisms include architectural design, quantity surveying, planning, project management and M&E.The expert team has been involved in a number of landmark projects including the...


  • Cornwall, UK, South West England, United Kingdom Kendall Kingscott Ltd Full time

    Assistant Building Surveyor | Cornwall / ExeterUnlock your potential with KK! Join our Cornwall office as an Assistant Building Surveyor as we expand our team. Are you an aspiring Building Surveyor looking to forge your career in Building Surveying? We'd love to hear from you!Kickstart your career in Building Surveying and shape the future of the built...

  • Project Manager

    3 weeks ago


    Birmingham, UK, West Midlands, United Kingdom O’Neill & Brennan UK Full time

    Our client is one of the UK's leading Regional Main Contractors with a history of delivering quality projects including Education, Leisure, Retail, Commercial and Industrial schemes.They currently have a requirement for a Project Manager who has experience of running new build schemes from start to finish.As Project Manager, you will be responsible for...


  • Wakefield, UK, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom Elevation Recruitment Group Full time

    Elevation Recruitment Group are currently working with a rapidly expanding construction company who are looking to appointment a Quantity Surveyor OR Senior Quantity Surveyor. This is an excellent opportunity to join an expanding team with a business who deliver a wide variety of projects for major Tier 1 contractors. The QS/Senior Quantity Surveyor will be...


  • Birmingham, Midlands, West Midlands, United Kingdom HAYS Full time

    Compliance, Gas Servicing, Social Housing, Surveyor, Temporary, Contract, HHSRS, Building Safety Job Title: M&E Compliance SurveyorLocation: MidlandsDuration: 3–6 months, with potential to become permanentStart Date: ASAPHours: 8 AM - 5 PM (flexible, with peaks and troughs)Reason for Vacancy: Member of staff leaving soonJob OverviewWe are seeking a...