Job Description

Job Description

Help Shape the Future of the Built Environment

Join a fast-growing Chartered Surveying and Property Consultancy providing expert surveying, project, and risk management services throughout the UK. With a strong presence in both residential and commercial sectors, the team has built an excellent reputation through long-standing client relationships and high-quality service delivery.

As part of a wider mission to deliver safe, sustainable property solutions, this is your opportunity to step into a key leadership role at a business where people and performance come first.

The Role

We are seeking an ambitious and commercially-minded Associate Director – Building Surveying to lead a small, high-performing team of remote-based surveyors in the South. Reporting to the Building Surveying Director, you’ll be instrumental in delivering core services, managing key projects, and driving departmental growth — with a focus on residential property.

This role offers true influence, visibility, and the chance to help shape a growing department.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor a team of Building Surveyors to deliver professional consultancy services across the South UK.
• Support recruitment and staff development while driving team performance and growth.
• Deliver a full range of surveying services, including:
• Defect analysis and reporting
• Preventative Planned Maintenance (PPM) schedules
• Project Management / Contract Administration (projects £50k–£3m+)
• Principal Designer duties under CDM
• Reinstatement Cost Assessments (RCAs)
• Condition surveys across all property types
• Building Height Surveys and reports under the Building Safety Act 2022
• Schedules of Dilapidations and related negotiations
• Party Wall advice (desirable but not essential)
• Collaborate with internal departments and external clients to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Contribute to business development, service improvement, training, and mentoring of APC candidates.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• MRICS qualified , with a minimum of 5+ years post-qualification experience.
• A natural leader, with a proven track record in managing or mentoring teams.
• Commercially focused, with strong client-facing and business development abilities.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, building pathology, and property legislation.
• Experience in the residential property management sector (advantageous).
• Highly organised, self-motivated, and capable of managing your own workload and team pipeline.
• Excellent communication skills and professional presentation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; AutoCAD skills are a plus.
• Full, clean UK driving licence required.

What’s on Offer

• Discretionary bonus scheme
• 24 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Financial support for professional development
• Clear path to career growth
• Employee Referral Scheme
• A supportive culture focused on wellbeing and development

Ready to take the next step in your career and lead a high-impact team in a growing property consultancy? Apply today and help redefine what’s possible in the built environment.

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