Senior / Associate Building Surveyor
Location: London
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Annual Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits
Turner Property Recruitment have been instructed to recruit a Senior / Associate Building Surveyor for a leading multidisciplinary property and construction consultancy in London.
This opportunity will suit an ambitious, commercially minded surveyor who wants to take on a varied role within a growing and collaborative London team. The position offers strong autonomy, progression and exposure to both professional and project-led work.
About the Role
You will work across a broad portfolio of commercial buildings, supporting a UK-wide surveying function while managing client relationships and delivering high-quality technical advice.
Key Responsibilities
* Inspect, assess and advise on construction, maintenance, repair and refurbishment of commercial properties.
* Prepare detailed surveys, technical reports, schedules of work and specifications.
* Lead and oversee projects under recognised building contracts, ensuring compliance with technical standards.
* Act as Lead Consultant or Project Manager on higher-value schemes, coordinating wider consultant teams.
* Apply relevant legislation including Building Regulations, CDM 2015, party wall matters, planning, and the Building Safety Act.
* Support business development and represent the consultancy’s surveying services to clients.
* Review development agreements, leases and construction documents for fund monitoring and risk assessments.
* Prepare and negotiate dilapidations schedules and liability assessments.
* Mentor APC candidates and support junior staff.
* Comply with internal procedures and health & safety requirements.
The Consultancy
The firm provides a comprehensive range of services including building surveying, project management, quantity surveying, fund monitoring, dispute resolution and corporate advisory.
They operate across multiple sectors such as:
* Commercial offices
* Industrial
* Retail
* Residential
* Education
* Healthcare
* Hotels & leisure
Their reputation is built on delivering clear, practical advice and maintaining long-standing client relationships. The culture is collaborative, professional and supportive.
About You
* MRICS qualified (essential)
* Strong technical background and experience across professional and project work
* Excellent defect diagnosis and report-writing skills
* Experience in insurance repair projects (advantageous)
* Confident in negotiation, client engagement and team leadership
* Ability to manage deadlines and budgets on larger-scale instructions
* Strong understanding of CDM 2015, Party Wall and Building Regulations
* Excellent written and verbal communication
* Analytical thinker with strong IT and problem-solving ability
* Flexible and adaptable approach to workload
Benefits & Development
You will receive a highly competitive package, including:
* Annual performance-related bonus
* Clear career development pathways
* Comprehensive learning platform for ongoing training
* Option to purchase additional annual leave
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Critical illness cover
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Group pension and healthcare options
* Season ticket loan
* Retail and lifestyle discounts
* Access to a wide range of wellbeing and professional courses