Senior Building Surveyors Wanted
Worcestershire Based
£55k- £75k + Package
Full Job Description:
You’ll take responsibility for both team leadership and project delivery, overseeing a varied portfolio of capital works across Worcestershire.
Projects include:
* New-build classroom extensions
* Re-roofing, boiler and window replacements
* Refurbishment and estate improvement works
You’ll be involved across the full lifecycle, from initial client brief through to completion.
* Team Leadership: Manage a dedicated team (Principal, Building, and Junior Surveyors), including mentoring junior staff and leading by example.
* Project Delivery: Take full operational responsibility for capital projects across Worcestershire schools ranging from boiler and window replacements to new-build classroom extensions.
* Technical Execution: Lead the full project lifecycle, including building pathology, design work, and contract administration.
* Client Engagement: Act as the primary face for school stakeholders, ensuring all delivery meets the high standards of a very loyal customer base.
* Safeguarding: Ensure all works and team behaviours strictly adhere to safeguarding protocols within the school environment.
About You
We are looking for a professional who balances technical expertise with exceptional \"people skills.\" You must be comfortable in a non-corporate, professional environment where communication is key.
* Qualifications: MCIOB or MRICS status is essential.
* Experience: Proven background in building pathology and delivering capital works, ideally within the Education or Local Authority sectors.
* Management Style: Supportive and encouraging. You should be a mentor who can help underperforming staff reach their potential without using a \"corporate\" hammer.
* Communication: Interpersonal skills are critical. You must be able to translate technical issues to non-technical school staff and be willing to go \"above and beyond\" for the client.
* Background: Experience within a consultancy, local authority, or similar environment is preferred, particularly within the education sector.
Package & Benefits
The company offers a relaxed, professional environment with a strong focus on autonomy and delivering meaningful work within the local community.
* Salary: Competitive (to be discussed based on experience level).
* Annual Leave: 30 days plus bank holidays (6 weeks total).
* Flexible Working: Truly flexible, output-focused arrangements. Split your time between home-working, design tasks, and site visits.
* Culture: A professional yet non-corporate environment with a strong team identity and monthly in-person collaboration sessions.
* Location: Based in North Worcestershire / Bransford area.