Residential Building Surveyor

A growing surveying practice in the North East is recruiting a qualified Building Surveyor (AssocRICS or full MRICS) to join the team. The role will primarily involve delivering RICS Level 2 and Level 3 residential building surveys, but there is also opportunity to take on project & professional work, plus support / training responsibilities.

Key responsibilities

Conducting Level 2 & Level 3 residential surveys for home buyers, owners, and other clients
Producing clear, accurate, and timely reports in accordance with RICS standards
Liaising with clients, managing expectations, and explaining findings in a professional manner
Working on a mix of jobs: surveys, valuations, estate / block property related work, possibly commercial/residential mix over time
Opportunity to be involved in project-based / professional work (e.g. refurbishment, re-instatement cost assessments, specification writing)
Contributing towards mentoring / training more junior surveyors or assistantsSkills & experience

Qualified as AssocRICS or MRICS, with relevant surveying experience
Proven experience carrying out Level 2 & Level 3 residential building surveys
Good technical knowledge: building defects, structure, materials, construction types, damp, movement, etc.
Strong report writing and communication skills (written & verbal)
Client‐facing confidence; ability to explain issues to non‐technical people
Self‐motivated, organised, with ability to manage a varied workload independently
Ideally some exposure to project / professional surveying work, or willingness to develop that sideWhat's on offer

Base salary in the region of £45,000 – £55,000, depending on experience & qualification
Bonus scheme / performance incentives
Full package: pension, travel / mileage support, expenses, etc.
Continuous professional development and training opportunities
Flexible working where practical; potentially hybrid field / office mix
Strong team environment with senior surveyors to learn from, and client contactLocation

Based in the North East, with travel across the region for survey sitesIf you are an AssocRICS or MRICS Surveyor who is keen to carry out high-quality residential surveys, eager to broaden into project & professional work, and thrive in a supportive, growing practice – we'd love to hear from you.

Please contact Jonathan Kirby on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion, or apply below with your CV.

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