Job Opportunity: Associate Building Surveyor Leeds We're currently recruiting for an
Associate Building Surveyor
role with a leading consultancy known for delivering high-quality work across a variety of sectors. This opportunity is ideal for someone looking to take the next step in their career-leading teams, managing projects, and playing a key role in strategic business growth.
Overview
As an Associate Building Surveyor, you'll be responsible for overseeing project delivery within agreed budgets and timelines, ensuring a consistently high technical standard. You'll manage and mentor a team, work closely with clients and consultants, and play an active part in business development and company strategy implementation.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage a team to meet project and business objectives
Prepare and negotiate fee proposals and schedules of service
Monitor workloads and coordinate resources effectively
Ensure all technical output-drawings, reports, specifications-is of high quality and complies with project requirements
Provide mentorship and conduct appraisals for junior staff
Act as a key point of contact with clients and design teams
Maintain financial oversight of projects, including invoicing and reporting
Contribute to business development efforts and help grow client relationships
Support recruitment and staff development where required
Ensure compliance with industry standards, procedures, and ISO 19650 processes
Lead or contribute to the development and delivery of best practice initiatives
Key Skills & Experience
Essential:
Chartered status (MRICS or FRICS) or equivalent experience in a senior role
Demonstrable leadership and team management experience
Strong technical knowledge in surveying, building pathology, and construction
Skilled in mentoring, delegating, and supervising
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and report writing skills
Proactive, organised, and committed to continuous improvement
Experienced with ISO 19650 processes and standards
Desirable:
Familiar with financial reporting systems
Experience acting as expert witness
Technical Competencies
In-depth knowledge of traditional and modern construction methods
Experience across both refurbishment and new build projects
Strong understanding of building regulations, CDM, JCT contracts, and party wall matters
Skilled in preparing specifications, schedules, and technical reports
Confident in delivering building surveys on varied property types
Ability to appraise construction solutions and manage risk Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.
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