Theodore Harrison
Building Surveyor
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Experienced Building Surveyor Opportunity in Preston
About the Role
I'm working with a well-regarded building consultancy in the Preston area looking to add an experienced Building Surveyor to their growing team. This is a business with a genuinely diverse instruction base - covering surveying, contract administration and building pathology work across commercial, education and residential clients - and a track record of developing people through to Senior and Associate level.
If you're an experienced Building Surveyor and looking for a role with real autonomy, a broader technical caseload and the backing of a close-knit, experienced team, this is worth a conversation.
What You'll Be Doing
- Undertaking building surveys, condition reports and defect diagnosis across a varied portfolio of commercial and public sector buildings
- Managing contract administration on refurbishment, repair and maintenance projects, from tender through to practical completion
- Preparing specifications, schedules of work and cost estimates
- Advising clients directly on building condition, planned maintenance and lifecycle strategy
- Liaising with contractors, consultants and other professionals to keep projects on track
- Supporting and mentoring more junior surveyors as they develop
- Contributing to business development and helping build out client relationships as your caseload grows
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What They're Looking For
- 5+ years' experience in a professional building surveying consultancy
- MRICS qualified, or very close to completing APC
- A proven track record of running your own instructions with minimal oversight
- Strong technical knowledge across building pathology, contract administration and project delivery
- Excellent report-writing and client-facing communication skills
- Someone who's commercially aware and comfortable contributing to the wider growth of the team
- A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites across the region
What's in it for You
- Competitive salary, negotiable depending on experience
- A clear, genuine progression path toward Senior Surveyor and Associate level
- A varied, high-quality instruction base rather than repetitive, low-value work
- Supportive, close-knit team culture with senior colleagues invested in your development
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- The autonomy to manage your own diary and caseload
- The chance to build long-term client relationships rather than just working transactionally
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To Apply
To apply, or to discuss this role or other opportunities in construction and the built environment, contact Jonathan Kirby directly on 07951 621 380.
Equal Opportunities
Theodore Harrison Ltd is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We are committed to equal opportunities for all and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. By applying, you consent to Theodore Harrison Ltd storing and processing your personal data in order to consider you for this and other suitable vacancies. Full details of how your data is used are available on request.
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