Job Title: Chartered Building Surveyor - Head of Department (MRICS)
Location: Northampton
Job Type: Full-Time (Office-Based with Potential Hybrid Working)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
About the Role
A forward-thinking construction consultancy is seeking an experienced Chartered Building Surveyor (MRICS) to lead and develop a brand-new Building Surveying division within the business.
This is a unique opportunity for an entrepreneurial and commercially minded surveyor to spearhead a new department, shape service offerings, and build a team from the ground up. The role offers genuine autonomy, leadership responsibility, and the chance to influence the strategic direction of the companys growth.
Key Responsibilities
* Establishing and leading the Building Surveying department
* Developing and expanding service lines within the business
* Winning new work and strengthening existing client relationships
* Delivering a full range of building surveying services, including:
o Contract administration
o Dilapidations
o Planned preventative maintenance
o Technical due diligence
o Condition surveys
o Project management
* Overseeing project delivery across public and private sector clients
* Recruiting, mentoring, and growing a high-performing team
* Contributing to business development strategy and revenue growth
* Ensuring compliance with industry regulations and best practice
Requirements
* MRICS qualified (essential)
* Strong background in Building Surveying within a consultancy environment
* Proven experience delivering projects independently
* Commercial awareness and business development capability
* Leadership qualities with the ambition to grow and manage a team
* Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills
* Strategic mindset with the ability to shape and grow a service offering
Whats on Offer
* Competitive salary, dependent on experience
* Genuine opportunity to lead and build a new department
* Autonomy to shape processes, services, and team structure
* Clear progression into senior leadership
* Full-time office-based role with hybrid working potential
* Supportive, growing consultancy with long-term vision
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