Senior / Associate Building Surveyor
JOB_53393904711150Job type
PermanentLocation
WarringtonWorking Pattern
Flexible Working,Full-timeSpecialism
Property And SurveyingIndustry
Property & Real EstatePay
negotiable plus bonus package
Senior / Associate Building Surveyor - Warringon hybrid-based - commercial sector
Senior / Associate Chartered Building Surveyor (MRICS) – Commercial Sector
Location: Warrington
Employment Type: Full-Time
Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Chartered Senior / Associate Building Surveyor (MRICS) to join our dynamic team or Director level we are keen to speak to. Focusing on delivering high-quality building consultancy services to private equity clients operating in the commercial real estate sector. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, client-driven environment where strategic thinking, commercial awareness, and technical expertise are paramount.
Key Responsibilities:
- Undertake pre-acquisition building surveys, technical due diligence, and vendor surveys for commercial properties (office, retail, industrial, logistics).
- Deliver dilapidations advice, including the preparation and negotiation of schedules of dilapidations and exit strategies.
- Prepare and manage planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules and life cycle costing reports.
- Conduct reinstatement cost assessments for insurance purposes.
- Oversee project management of commercial fit-outs, refurbishments, and capital expenditure programs.
- Advise on defects diagnosis, repair strategies, and remediation works.
- Support clients in understanding risk, compliance, and asset enhancement opportunities.
- Provide strategic advice to private equity investors during acquisition, holding, and disposal stages of investment.
- Prepare measured surveys and prepare planning applications.
- Prepare strategic feasibility studies and budget cost analysis.
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships through clear communication and dependable delivery.
- Collaborate with internal teams including valuation, agency, and asset management to provide holistic advice.
Requirements:
- MRICS qualified.
- Strong technical background across the core building surveying disciplines.
- Proven track record working with private equity clients or institutional investors.
- Solid understanding of commercial leases, landlord & tenant law, and investment criteria.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and client management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver under pressure with minimal supervision.
- Commercially astute with a proactive, solution-oriented approach.
- Excellent CAD skills in the preparation of drawings and feasibility studies.
- Full UK driving license.
Desirable:
- Experience with pan-European portfolios or cross-border real estate transactions.
- Familiarity with ESG considerations and sustainability in the built environment.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
- Car allowance and benefits package.
- Hybrid/flexible working arrangements.
- Parking on site.
- Opportunities for progression within a growing team.
- Access to high-profile clients and complex commercial portfolios
What you need to do now
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Senior / Associate Building SurveyorJOB_533939047111502025-08-282025-11-25
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