CK3458145 - Director, Building Surveying
£80,000 – £90,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits - Winchester (Hybrid Working)
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and experienced Building Surveyor to take on a leadership role within a highly respected, multi-disciplinary consultancy. This is a rare chance to lead and develop a new Building Surveying team in the firm’s Winchester office, while being supported by an established national practice with a strong client base and progressive culture.
This position will appeal to a technically strong and commercially minded surveyor with a leaning towards professional services, who enjoys managing clients, developing business, and mentoring a growing team.
The Opportunity
As a Director, you will lead the Building Surveying function in Winchester, helping to expand its regional presence and drive growth across a diverse portfolio. The role will suit a surveyor who thrives on autonomy, values collaboration, and enjoys combining technical delivery with leadership and strategy.
Your work will primarily focus on professional services including dilapidations, party wall, building pathology, pre-acquisition surveys, and technical due diligence while also involving project work and insurance remediation schemes. You’ll work across a variety of sectors such as public buildings, residential, healthcare, defence, commercial, and education, maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring exceptional service delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and grow a successful Building Surveying team within the Winchester office
* Manage and develop client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor across multiple sectors
* Deliver a broad range of building surveying professional services, with a focus on dilapidations, party wall matters, and building pathology
* Oversee project-based work and insurance remediation schemes
* Prepare and execute business plans to support growth, profitability, and client expansion
* Actively engage in business development and networking to strengthen client connections and win new work
* Recruit, mentor, and manage team members, promoting a culture of excellence and collaboration
* Ensure the highest standards of technical and professional quality across all outputs
About You
We’re seeking a forward-thinking, driven surveyor who combines technical expertise with commercial awareness and leadership capability.
Essential Skills and Experience:
* MRICS qualified, with a proven consultancy background
* Strong experience in professional services including dilapidations, party wall, and building surveys
* Some exposure to project delivery and insurance-related work
* Demonstrable business development ability with established client connections
* Excellent technical knowledge and attention to detail
* Skilled communicator with strong presentation and reporting skills
* Capable of nurturing, developing, and leading a team
* Proactive, entrepreneurial, and client-focused approach
Why Apply?
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced Building Surveyor looking to take the next step into a senior leadership position. You’ll join a people-focused consultancy that values autonomy, collaboration, and professional development and be empowered to shape a successful, high-performing team in Winchester.
A competitive salary, car allowance, and comprehensive benefits package are on offer — alongside clear career progression and long-term rewards for your contribution.
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, contact Caroline Kingsley
Email: caroline@kingsleyrecruitment.co.uk
Phone: 07768 381 831