Hollis
Senior Building Surveyor
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Chartered Building Surveyor
We are looking for an experienced, efficient, and enthusiastic Chartered Building Surveyor (flexible on level) to join us in our Nottingham office.
You will have the opportunity to develop our presence across the East Midlands, working closely with our Birmingham team to take ownership on a lucrative patch to deliver a range of building surveying instructions. You will have the opportunity to pick up multiple areas of surveying as desired, across project and professional: including Dilapidation/pre-acquisition surveys, party wall, contract administration, RCA's, defect analysis, TDD, LTA's and more.
Main Responsibilities
- Managing a healthy pipeline of multi-skilled building surveying instructions, or specialising in projects of professional if preferred
- Taking the lead on instructions within various commercial sectors (office, retail etc). including dilapidations, TDD, LTA's, Tenant Alterations, Contract Administration and more
- Effectively managing a strong pipeline of work and act as a key point of contact for a variety of (predominantly) blue-chip, private clients as well as some public sector
- Actively contribute to the development of service offering, support junior surveyors/graduates and the wider team
- Take on more business development responsibilities, source new work, cross-sell Hollis' services and network to grow your client base
- Provide excellent client care, take ownership and manage relationships effectively
- Acting as project lead, running the project from start to finish including invoicing, specifications, budgets and WIP
- Collaborating with neighbouring offices across the Midlands region
Requirements
- MRICS building surveyor
- Commercial real estate sector experience
- Good understanding of project work and/or technical surveying areas such as dilapidations, TDD
- Commercially comfortable and confident acting as a point of contact for clients and stakeholders (internal and external)
- Confident to take ownership of work, keen to learn and contribute towards a growing team
- Excellent communicator and ability to manage workload effectively
- Strong report writing and communication skills
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The Company
We're independent, multi-disciplinary real estate technical experts, project managers, and sustainability consultants. At Hollis, we know buildings inside and out. For more than 30 years, we've been powered by independence and driven by deep technical knowledge - a unique combination that sets us apart.
Advising across core real estate markets in the UK and Europe, we understand how buildings work, how they perform, and how to unlock their full potential with unbiased, value-driven commercial solutions.
Why Join Us?
At Hollis, we create an environment where people can grow into their potential.
You’ll be supported to take on new challenges at the right pace, building your confidence, capability and technical expertise over time. Whether you’re already experienced or still developing, you’ll have the opportunity to learn from some of the best in the industry and gradually take on more responsibility as you grow.
We’ll encourage you to develop a strong commercial understanding alongside your technical skills-helping you see the bigger picture and build a well-rounded career. You’ll work closely with clients and colleagues, gaining exposure and developing the confidence to make a meaningful contribution.
You’ll also be in a business where your ideas are welcomed, where your manager takes a genuine interest in your development, and where progression is based on your growth-not just time in role.
Above all, it’s a people-first, one team culture. We're supportive, down-to-earth, and focused on helping everyone do their best work while enjoying what they do.
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What We Offer
We recognise the contribution our people make and offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Life assurance and private medical insurance
- Season ticket loan
- 5% employer pension contribution
- 25 days’ annual leave, plus your birthday off
- Cycle to work scheme, retail vouchers, gym discounts and more
- Electric vehicle scheme
- Longevity awards
- Employee-owned, profit-related bonus
We operate a flexible, hybrid working model, giving you the option to balance time between home and the office. We also support flexible working where possible, recognising that people work best in different ways and at different times.
Alongside the day-to-day, we’re a sociable and connected team. From informal catch-ups to team events, charity initiatives and office activities, there are plenty of opportunities to build relationships and feel part of the wider business.
We’re Inclusive
We’re committed to creating a genuinely inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome, supported and able to succeed.
We value different perspectives and experiences, and we work to ensure that our processes, culture and opportunities are open to all. At Hollis, inclusion is part of how we work-helping individuals develop, contribute and feel confident being themselves.
Don’t Meet Every Requirement?
If you’re interested in this role but don’t feel your experience perfectly matches, we’d still encourage you to apply. We know that potential isn’t always reflected in a CV, and we’re open to people who are keen to learn and develop.
Need Support with Your Application?
If you require this information in an alternative format or would prefer to apply offline, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@hollisglobal.com or call 020 7622 9555.
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