The Opportunity
A leading UK Property Consultancy is seeking a Director / Associate Director level Building Surveyor to lead and grow its London Building Surveying capability. This is a high profile leadership role with responsibility for strategy, team development, client relationships and commercial performance across a well established London platform.
The role offers genuine autonomy and influence, working closely with senior leadership to shape the future direction of the service line. It will suit a commercially driven surveyor with a strong market presence who enjoys combining technical leadership with business development.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Strategy
* Provide clear leadership to the London Building Surveying team
* Develop and deliver the London business plan aligned with national strategy
* Build a high performing, collaborative and commercially focused team
* Contribute to wider office and firmwide leadership initiatives
Client Delivery and Technical Oversight
* Act as lead advisor on complex and high value instructions
* Oversee delivery across technical due diligence, contract administration, refurbishment, defect analysis and planned maintenance
* Ensure consistently high technical standards, governance and client service
Business Development and Market Profile
* Grow fee income through new client acquisition and deepening existing relationships
* Enhance the firm’s profile in the London market through networking and thought leadership
* Work closely with other service lines to drive cross selling opportunities
People and Talent Development
* Recruit, mentor and develop surveyors at all levels
* Support professional development and succession planning
* Embed a positive, inclusive and high performing culture
About You
* MRICS qualified
* Operating at Director or Associate Director level within a consultancy environment
* Strong track record of winning work and managing key client relationships
* Proven leadership and team development experience
* Commercially astute with experience managing fees, profitability and risk
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Package
* Salary paying up to £140,000
* Performance related bonus
* Car allowance
* Comprehensive benefits package
* Clear pathway for long term progression