Senior Building Surveyor

Walker & Sloan

Senior Building Surveyor

Location: Truro
Sector: Construction Consultancy – Commercial, Residential, Heritage
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits

The Opportunity

This is your chance to take the next big step in your career with a consultancy that truly stands apart.

Join a B Corp–certified, award-winning practice as a Senior Building Surveyor based in Truro — leading impactful projects across Cornwall in the commercial, residential, heritage, and public sectors.

Role Overview

As a Senior Building Surveyor, you will:

* Lead site inspections, assessing building conditions and identifying defects.

* Produce high-quality, detailed reports with clear, actionable recommendations.

* Manage projects across multiple sectors including prime residential, healthcare, education, heritage, and leisure.

* Liaise confidently with clients, contractors, and stakeholders — acting as a trusted advisor.

* Ensure compliance with all building regulations, statutory obligations, and H&S standards.

* Maintain rigorous project documentation and uphold quality assurance processes.

About You

* MRICS qualified (or actively working toward chartered status).

* Proven experience leading surveys and managing multi-sector projects.

* Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation and regulatory compliance.

* Commercially astute, client-focused, and confident in front of stakeholders.

* Exceptional analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills.

* Proficient with CAD and industry-standard surveying tools.

* Highly organised, self-motivated, and detail-oriented.

* Bonus: Awareness of sustainability, energy efficiency, and building performance assessment.

What’s in it for you?

* Competitive salary + annual bonus

* Hybrid working & flexible hours

* 38 days holiday (including public holidays) + your birthday off

* Enhanced maternity & paternity leave

* 6% employer pension contribution

* Life cover (3x salary) & Aviva Digicare+ wellness support

* Tailored training & clear progression pathway

* Volunteering & fundraising opportunities

* Regular social, sporting & professional events