Legat Owen
Chartered / Senior Building Surveyor

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Chester | Full-time | Competitive Salary + Benefits
Join one of the North West’s leading property consultancies
Legat Owen is a well-established, multi-disciplinary firm of Chartered Surveyors, founded in 1986, with offices in Chester and Nantwich. We provide a comprehensive range of property services across the UK, with a strong presence throughout the North West of England and Wales.
We are seeking an experienced Chartered / Senior Building Surveyor to join our Chester office. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a highly respected professional team, working on a diverse range of projects and instructions across the commercial property sector. We are looking for a motivated individual who is passionate about delivering high-quality advice, building strong client relationships and contributing to the continued success of the business.
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The Role
As a Chartered / Senior Building Surveyor, you will work alongside our experienced property professionals, undertaking a varied workload that may include:
- Building surveys and inspections
- Dilapidations advice
- Planned preventative maintenance schedules
- Contract administration and project management
- Defect diagnosis and reporting
- Party wall matters
- Technical due diligence
- Development and refurbishment projects
- Client relationship management and business development
About You
The ideal candidate will:
- Be MRICS qualified
- Have relevant experience within a Building Surveying role
- Possess strong technical and reporting skills
- Be confident managing client relationships
- Have excellent communication and organisational abilities
- Be commercially aware and proactive in their approach
- Hold a full UK driving licence


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Why Join Legat Owen?
At Legat Owen, we pride ourselves on combining professional excellence with a supportive and friendly working environment. Joining our team offers:
- The opportunity to work on a broad range of instructions across multiple sectors
- Exposure to an established and diverse client base
- Ongoing professional development
- A collaborative and sociable team culture
- Competitive salary and benefits package
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If you are looking to further your career with one of the region’s most respected property consultancies, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to: info@legatowen.co.uk
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