Associate Building Surveyor - Brandon James Ltd : Job Details

Dynamic and growing Building Consultancy with a strong presence across Central and Greater London, are seeking an ambitious Chartered Building Surveyor to step into a Senior role within their Building Surveying team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual who's keen to work with an enviable client base of commercial landlords and public sector organisations across a variety of landmark portfolios.

The Successful Senior Building Surveyor Will Be Offered:

Not only the chance to lead and manage your own projects and clients, but also to play a key role in the mentorship and development of junior surveyors, supporting the business unit's ongoing growth and success.

The Company's Profile

This is a forward-thinking consultancy with a collaborative and people-first culture, offering its employees the tools and autonomy to thrive. With a strong focus on professional development, flexible working, and a diverse project pipeline, they continue to build on their reputation as a trusted name in the industry.

The Senior Building Surveyor's Role

As a key point of contact for clients-predominantly within the commercial real estate sector-you will deliver a wide range of professional building surveying services across commercial portfolios. This includes everything from condition surveys, dilapidation advice, and party wall matters, through to contract administration and delivering CAT A/B fit-outs, remedial and refurbishment projects.

You'll also have the opportunity to manage teams, lead service delivery, and be involved in the strategic growth of the business unit.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities Include:

• Managing and delivering building surveying commissions across feasibility, design, and project delivery stages
• Leading contract administration for new build, refurbishment, and maintenance projects
• Providing expert advice to clients and stakeholders across the full property lifecycle
• Mentoring and developing junior team members
• Preparing and managing planned preventative maintenance schedules
• Supporting business unit directors in meeting wider commercial goals
• Preparing proposals and fee bids
• Ensuring high-quality service delivery across all technical outputs
• Managing sub-consultants and ensuring compliance with appointment processes

The Successful Senior Building Surveyor Will Have:

Qualifications:

• MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) - Essential

Experience & Skills:

• Broad, in-depth post-qualification Building Surveying experience
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, legislation, and procurement strategies
• Confident administering contracts as Employer's Agent / Contract Administrator
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills
• Commercially aware with strong financial and negotiation abilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

In Return?

• £75,000 - £85,000
• Discretionary bonus
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Contributory pension scheme
• Private healthcare
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Professional membership support
• Global travel scholarship programme
• Structured mentoring and career development
• Flexible/Hybrid working arrangements

If you're a Chartered Building Surveyor ready to take the next step in your career, please get in touch with Chris van Aurich at Brandon James to discuss further.