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Senior Building Surveyor - Building Surveying Job in Bristol, Bristol - £65,000 - £80,000

  • Location South West England
  • Type Permanent
  • Salary Up to £80,000
  • Ref 15150
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Lead projects and grow a team within a specialist consultancy offering hybrid working and strong career progression

Job Summary

Senior Building Surveyor Job Bristol is a senior role within the building surveying sector. This position is based in Bristol and supports the growth of a specialist consultancy. You will manage projects across building surveying, technical consultancy, and dispute resolution services.

The role involves leading projects from inception through to completion stages. You will undertake surveys, reporting, and contract administration responsibilities. The position requires strong expertise in dilapidations and Party Wall matters. You will also support team growth through mentoring and leadership.

Senior Building Surveyor Job Bristol includes client engagement and business development activities. This role offers an opportunity to shape a growing regional office. It suits candidates seeking leadership responsibility within a dynamic consultancy environment.

About the Company

This established consultancy operates within the building surveying and specialist advisory sectors. The organisation delivers services across technical consultancy, dispute resolution, and surveying disciplines. It has a strong reputation for high quality delivery and long term client relationships.

The team works across a diverse project portfolio with consistent demand. A strong focus is placed on technical expertise and client service excellence. Employees benefit from a collaborative and professional working environment. The consultancy is expanding its regional presence and investing in team growth.

Structured development opportunities support long term career progression. The organisation maintains strong industry relationships across multiple sectors. This opportunity aligns with standards expected through Hunter Dunning recruitment services.

Role & Responsibilities

  • Prepare detailed reports, schedules of condition, and maintenance plans for varied projects
  • Manage projects from inception to completion including contract administration and budget control
  • Conduct building surveys and inspections to identify defects and maintenance requirements
  • Provide advice on building regulations, planning requirements, and statutory compliance
  • Undertake dilapidations assessments and manage negotiations on behalf of clients
  • Provide specialist advice on Party Wall matters and property related disputes
  • Mentor junior team members and support their professional development
  • Develop client relationships and contribute to business growth initiatives

Skills & Experience Required

  • MRICS qualified with a minimum five years post qualification experience in a client facing role
  • Extensive experience in dilapidations, Party Wall matters, and specialist consultancy services
  • Strong track record managing multiple projects while maintaining quality delivery
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a growing consultancy team
  • Strong knowledge of UK building regulations and statutory compliance requirements
  • Excellent communication skills for client interaction and report preparation
  • Experience mentoring junior team members and supporting team development
  • Commercial awareness and ability to support business development activities

Salary & Benefits

  • Salary range of £65,000 to £80,000 depending on experience and qualifications
  • Comprehensive benefits package tailored to individual experience and role level
  • Hybrid working arrangement supporting flexible working patterns
  • Opportunity to develop and lead a growing team within the Bristol office
  • Professional development support including funding for training and memberships
  • Strong career progression opportunities within an expanding consultancy

Who Is This Role Ideal For?

This role suits an experienced building surveyor seeking a leadership position. It is ideal for candidates with strong expertise in dilapidations and dispute resolution. You should be confident managing projects and leading client relationships. The role benefits individuals who enjoy mentoring and developing junior team members.

It also suits those seeking to grow a team within a regional office. Candidates should demonstrate strong commercial awareness and technical expertise. A proactive and ambitious approach to career progression is essential. Senior Building Surveyor Job Bristol offers long term growth within a specialist consultancy environment.

About Hunter Dunning

Hunter Dunning is a specialist property and built environment recruitment consultancy established in 2004, focused on quality and long-term partnerships in the UK and Ireland property and construction market.

We specialise in full lifecycle property recruitment, covering architecture, interior design, surveying, land and planning, fire safety and wider construction roles. We offer informed and confidential discussions for both clients and candidates and welcome conversations about this opportunity and your wider career plans within the built environment.

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If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time.

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