Senior Project Surveyor
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 plus benefits
Based Worcester area - home, site and office
Are you a client-focused Senior Building Surveyor with a reputation for integrity, reliability, and delivering excellence? If so, we'd love to hear from you.
We pride ourselves on our commitment to providing better learning environments for current and future generations. We are a friendly, collaborative, and conscientious team supporting local schools across Worcestershire, Herefordshire, Gloucestershire, Warwickshire, and Shropshire.
As a small, close-knit business with a big heart, we are now looking for a passionate Senior Project Building Surveyor / Senior Architectural Technologist to help us expand our impact.
Why Join Us?
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Impactful Work - Play a vital role in transforming educational spaces, directly improving the day-to-day experiences of students and staff.
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Supportive Team Culture - Work within a welcoming and collaborative team where your contributions are recognised and valued.
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Flexibility & Balance - We offer flexible working hours and part-time opportunities to fit your lifestyle.
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Professional Development - Benefit from mentoring opportunities, funded professional memberships, and the chance to guide junior team members.
About the Role
As a Senior Project Building Surveyor, you will independently manage your own projects from initial client briefing through to project completion. Our clients are primarily local schools, and the projects range from classroom refurbishments to new-build classroom blocks and extensions.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference in education, while working autonomously with the backing of an experienced and friendly team.
Key Responsibilities:
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Project management from feasibility studies to completion
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Preparing detailed designs, specifications, and tender documentation
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Contract administration of JCT contracts
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Mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to team development
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Working both independently and collaboratively on larger projects
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Maintaining excellent client relationships and ensuring projects meet their expectations
What We're Looking For:
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MCIOB / MCIAT / MRICS qualified
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Minimum of 5 years' experience in building surveying, ideally with project management expertise
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Strong knowledge of building pathology, especially within school buildings
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A proactive, client-focused professional with a collaborative approach
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Comfortable working from home, on-site, and from our office as needed
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Enhanced DBS check required
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Valid driving licence and access to your own vehicle (mileage reimbursed)
Desirable:
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Previous experience in the education sector
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Familiarity with risks associated with Asbestos-Containing Materials (ACMs) in schools
To apply, please forward us your CV to cv@chestertongray.com
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