Building Surveyor

Job Description

Building Surveyor - Public Sector Estate (Permanent)

Building Surveyor - Public Sector Estate (Permanent)
Location: Central London
Salary: Competitive, with excellent public sector benefits


Are you an experienced Building Surveyor looking to make a meaningful impact across a diverse and historic property portfolio? This is a unique opportunity to join a respected public sector organisation managing a wide range of operational and investment properties in the heart of London.
About the RoleWorking under the guidance of a Senior Principal Surveyor, you'll be responsible for delivering professional surveying services and managing minor capital and revenue projects from inception to completion. You'll play a key role in maintaining and enhancing a varied estate, which includes listed buildings, commercial assets, and civic infrastructure.
Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing minor works projects within agreed budgets and timelines
  • Preparing feasibility studies, specifications, and tender documentation
  • Liaising with internal departments, external consultants, and contractors
  • Ensuring statutory compliance including planning, building regulations, and listed building consents
  • Conducting condition surveys, dilapidations, and structural assessments
  • Monitoring contractor performance and ensuring quality delivery
  • Supporting innovation and efficiency in project delivery
This role offers clear progression opportunities based on performance and responsibility, with structured support to help you grow professionally.
What We're Looking For
  • Degree-qualified Building Surveyor (or equivalent experience) and ideally, MRICS qualification, or working towards.
  • Strong project management and contract administration skills
  • Experience working across a range of building types, ideally including heritage assets
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
  • Knowledge of public sector procurement and governance is desirable.
BenefitsThis organisation offers a highly attractive benefits package, including:
  • Generous annual leave entitlement
  • Defined benefit pension scheme
  • Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working
  • Access to professional development and training
  • Season ticket loans and cycle-to-work scheme
  • A central London location with excellent transport links
Join a team that values professionalism, collaboration, and innovation, and help shape the future of one of London's most iconic estates.Please get in touch with Molly Spencer at Hays for more information. #