Senior Building Surveyor Job – Leading Multidisciplinary Consultancy. Location: Oxford (Outskirts) – With live sites across the Cotswolds. Salary: £45,000 – £58,000 per annum + Excellent Benefits Package. Type: Full-Time, Permanent. Reference: SBS/OX/26
Opportunity Overview
Senior Building Surveyor, Oxfordshire & The Cotswolds. Are you an experienced Building Surveyor seeking a high-impact role within a dynamic Multidisciplinary Consultancy? Stafford Lawrence is partnering with a prestigious firm (offering PM, QS, and BS services) on the outskirts of Oxford to recruit a Senior Building Surveyor to join their established team.
This role offers the unique opportunity to work across a sophisticated and diverse project portfolio. You will manage high-value schemes ranging from the rapidly growing Life Sciences and Commercial sectors to High-Quality Residential projects and prestigious private estates across the Cotswolds.
Key Requirements
* Experience: 5+ years of Building Surveying experience within a professional consultancy environment.
* Status: Chartered Building Surveyor (MRICS) is highly preferred.
* Technical Breadth: Strong expertise across both project and professional services, specifically:
o Level 3 Building Surveys & Detailed Condition Reports.
o Project Management and dedicated Private Client Representation.
o Technical Due Diligence (TDD) & Acquisition advice.
o Contract Administration & Specification writing.
o Dilapidations (Landlord & Tenant) & Defect Diagnosis.
o Experience in Party Wall matters is highly desirable.
* Sector Knowledge: Proven experience in Commercial and Residential projects. Specific exposure to High-Quality Residential projects, R&D facilities, or Life Sciences is a significant advantage.
* Leadership: Ability to manage prestigious client relationships independently and mentor junior surveyors or APC candidates.
* Driving: A valid, clean UK driving licence is essential for site visits across Oxfordshire and the Cotswolds.
The Role
* Multidisciplinary Excellence: Collaborating closely with Project Managers and Quantity Surveyors, your duties will include:
o Project Leadership: Managing complex schemes from inception to completion, with a focus on Private High-Quality Residential sectors and Oxford’s Life Sciences/Commercial hubs.
o Professional Services: Executing Level 3 Building Surveys, building pathology, PPM surveys, and providing expert advice on Party Wall matters and dilapidations.
o Client Management: Acting as the key point of contact for high-net-worth private clients and corporate developers.
o Technical Delivery: Writing precise specifications and managing refurbishment and fit-out contracts.
Salary & Benefits
* Basic Salary: £45,000 – £58,000 (Negotiable DOE).
* Annual Leave: 30 days holiday + bank holidays.
* Flexible Working: Hybrid Model (4 Days Office / 1 Day Home) and Flexitime.
* Health & Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance & Healthcare Benefits.
* Financial & Travel: Excellent Pension, Travel Expenses, and use of a company car.
* Professional Support: Paid RICS fees and full CPD support.
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