Ready to bring your building surveying skills to a team that values both your expertise and your work-life balance?
A well-established consultancy is looking for a talented Building Surveyor to join its dynamic Northern team, based in either Newcastle or Leeds. The role offers flexible hybrid working alongside the opportunity to work on a broad range of commercial and public-sector projects across the UK.
About the Role
Due to increasing workload, this role will involve working closely with an experienced building surveying team on varied and engaging assignments. You'll be involved in both professional and project work, supporting clients with expert advice from initial survey through to contract administration.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct measured surveys and prepare floor plans, elevations, and technical details using AutoCAD (AutoCAD proficiency is essential).
Carry out condition surveys, schedules of condition, and detailed defect diagnosis inspections.
Undertake design work, produce statutory consent applications, tender documentation, and administer contracts through project lifecycles.
Diagnose building defects and develop practical solutions, including providing budget estimates and programme advice.
Prepare planned preventative maintenance reports with elemental costings.
(Desirable) Contribute to CDM services including preparation of pre-construction information and health and safety files.
What We're Looking For
Degree in Building Surveying (RICS-accredited) or working towards completion.
Demonstrable experience in a building surveying consultancy environment.
Strong technical knowledge of building refurbishment, alteration, and pathology.
Proficient in AutoCAD and measured surveys.
Excellent communication, report-writing, and client-facing skills.
Ambition to develop professionally, with support for APC and career progression.
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for site visits.
What's on Offer
Competitive salary reflective of your skills and experience
Profit share scheme
25 days annual leave plus public holidays
Company pension contributions
Laptop and smartphone for hybrid working
Professional memberships and APC mentoring fully supported
This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career within a cooperative and advancing-thinking consultancy that values work-life balance, professional development, and team engagement.
If you don't meet every requirement, don't worry. Apply - we're open to discussing how your experience might align with the role or other opportunities.
For more information, please contact Izzie Guimaraes at Carrington West on (phone number removed) or
Even if you're not actively looking for a new role, we encourage Building Surveying professionals to get in touch for future opportunities. Carrington West's Property & Building Control division is one of the fastest-growing in the UK, and we have over 50 years of combined experience in the industry