Chartered Building Surveyor

Salary/Rate:£50,000 - £60,000 per annum + Benefits & Bonus
Job Type:Hybrid
Contract Type:Perm
Town/City:City of London
County:Greater London
Sector:Technical Construction
Job ref:JN -022025-83211_1738857457
Post Date:06. 02. 2025
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Meet Our Recruiter

Mitch Butler
Mitch Butler
Senior Consultant, Construction

About the Role

Cobalt are seeking an experienced Chartered Building Surveyor to join a leading Building Consultancy team in London. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a dynamic and diverse group of professionals, advising global clients across the full property life cycle. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality consultancy services, managing projects from inception to completion, and developing lasting client relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Undertake a variety of building consultancy instructions, including project management, contract administration, dilapidations, landlord & tenant advice, pre-acquisition surveys, and technical due diligence.
  • Lead on business generation and contribute to the department's continued success.
  • Prepare specifications, schedules of condition, and defects analysis reports.
  • Advise clients on health & safety, CDM regulations, and reinstatement cost assessments.
  • Manage client relationships and attend industry events to promote services.
  • Work collaboratively with internal teams and cross-sell services within the wider business.

What We're Looking For:

  • RICS qualified Building Surveyor with experience in commercial property.
  • Strong technical knowledge of building pathology, JCT contracts, and construction processes.
  • Experience in AutoCAD and NBS Specification Writing (preferred but not essential).
  • Ability to generate new business, manage fee income, and develop client networks.
  • Strong communication and report-writing skills with attention to detail.
  • Proactive and commercially minded with the ability to work autonomously.

What's on Offer:

  • Competitive salary and bonus scheme.
  • Opportunity to work on high-profile projects with industry-leading professionals.
  • Flexible and dynamic working environment.
  • Clear career progression and professional development support.

If you are an ambitious Building Surveyor looking for your next challenge, apply now to be part of a market-leading consultancy team in London.

If you require any adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process, please let your consultant know.

Due to high application volumes, if you do not hear back from us, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

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