Building Surveyor

Building Surveyor

Location - Liverpool

Salary/Package - Competitive Circa £50,000 + Excellent Benefits Package



About the Company

Our client is an established building and project consultancy providing professional advice across building surveying, property and construction.

With a strong focus on practical, commercially minded advice, the business works across a varied portfolio of residential, commercial and mixed-use properties. The Liverpool team is growing and is looking to appoint a Building Surveyor who is keen to develop their technical expertise, take increasing ownership of instructions and build a long-term career within a supportive consultancy environment.



The Role

As a Building Surveyor, you will work across a varied mix of professional building surveying and project instructions, gaining exposure to everything from inspections and defect diagnosis through to refurbishment, remedial works and project delivery.

You will be involved in carrying out surveys and site inspections, preparing professional reports and specifications, advising clients on defects and maintenance requirements, and supporting projects through to completion.

The role will also provide exposure to façade and cladding work, dilapidations, schedules of condition and landlord and tenant matters, alongside a broader range of building surveying services.

Working closely with experienced surveyors and Directors, you will have the opportunity to take on greater responsibility as your experience develops, while continuing to build your professional experience and progress towards RICS chartership where applicable.

The role is based from the Liverpool office, with some hybrid working available and a mixture of office, site and home working. The majority of projects will be across the North West, with occasional travel further afield.



Key Responsibilities

* Undertaking a broad range of building surveying instructions across residential, commercial and mixed-use properties
* Carrying out building surveys, condition surveys and site inspections
* Investigating defects and identifying appropriate remedial solutions
* Preparing professional reports, schedules of work and specifications
* Advising clients on building condition, maintenance and refurbishment requirements
* Supporting façade and cladding-related inspections and remediation projects
* Preparing schedules of condition and dilapidation reports
* Supporting landlord and tenant instructions
* Assisting with refurbishment and remedial projects from feasibility through to completion
* Supporting contract administration and project delivery
* Assisting with tendering and procurement processes
* Monitoring works, contractor progress, quality and costs
* Liaising with clients, contractors, consultants and other stakeholders
* Attending site meetings and inspections
* Contributing to design, cost and technical discussions
* Maintaining accurate project and professional records
* Managing multiple instructions and deadlines effectively
* Working closely with senior surveyors and Directors to deliver high-quality advice
* Taking on increasing responsibility as your experience develops



The Ideal Candidate

* Proven experience within a Building Surveying role
* Relevant degree or equivalent qualification in Building Surveying or a closely related discipline
* Strong technical understanding of building construction and defects
* Experience carrying out property inspections and preparing professional reports
* Experience with defect diagnosis and remedial recommendations
* Exposure to refurbishment, maintenance or project work
* Experience with commercial and/or residential property desirable
* Exposure to dilapidations, schedules of condition or landlord and tenant matters advantageous
* Experience in façade and cladding-related work desirable
* Experience in high rise/apartment work ideal
* Experience supporting project management or contract administration advantageous
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Good client-facing and stakeholder management ability
* Highly organised with strong attention to detail
* Comfortable managing multiple instructions and deadlines
* Working towards RICS, APC, or recently chartered preferred
* Ambitious and looking to build a long-term career within consultancy
* Full UK Driving Licence



What's on Offer

* Competitive salary + Excellent Benefits Package
* RICS fees and professional development support
* Private healthcare
* Competitive pension
* Birthday off
* Christmas shutdown
* Hybrid working
* Varied residential, commercial and mixed-use projects
* Exposure to defect diagnosis and façade/cladding remediation
* Opportunity to develop experience across professional and project work
* Direct exposure to experienced surveyors and Directors
* Clear long-term career progression
* Predominantly North West-based work
* Supportive and collaborative consultancy environment



Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with Noah Barrago.

Email: 07860 273465

Mobile: Noah.Barrago@buildingcareersuk.com

Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates.

Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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