Senior Building Surveyor

Job description

Job Title: Senior Building Surveyor

Location: Oxford, UK

Employment Type: Permanent

Overview:

My client is seeking an experienced Senior Building Surveyor to join its growing team. This role offers the opportunity to take a leading position in delivering a wide range of surveying services, managing projects, and supporting junior team members, while contributing to the continued success of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and deliver a broad range of building surveying services across commercial and/or residential portfolios
• Undertake detailed building inspections, condition surveys, and defect analysis
• Prepare comprehensive reports, specifications, and technical advice for clients
• Manage refurbishment, maintenance, and improvement projects from inception through to completion
• Act as Contract Administrator, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to required standards
• Provide expert advice on building pathology, repairs, and compliance with current regulations
• Prepare and manage planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules
• Support with dilapidations assessments, negotiations, and reporting
• Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations, including CDM duties where applicable
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to maintain strong working relationships
• Mentor and support junior surveyors, contributing to team development
• Assist in business development activities, including client engagement and proposal preparation
• Stay up to date with industry standards, legislation, and best practices

Candidate Profile:

• Proven experience as a Building Surveyor, ideally at Senior level
• Strong knowledge of building construction, defects, and maintenance practices
• Experience in project management and contract administration
• Familiarity with relevant UK legislation and regulations (including CDM)
• Excellent report writing and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders effectively
• MRICS qualified (or working towards) preferred

What’s on Offer:

• Opportunity to take a senior role within a growing organisation
• Diverse project portfolio across multiple sectors
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits package

If this is something you are interested in please apply directly or send across your updated CV to d.jones@x4lifesciences.com

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Oxford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

22-04-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English