Job Description:

Are you an experienced Building Surveyor/Project Manager with a passion for delivering impactful projects in the education sector? Do you thrive in a fast-paced consultancy environment where your expertise drives success and your input truly matters? If so, we want to hear from you.

Why apply?

• Competitive salary based on experience (up to £75,000 per annum) + bonus
• Generous holiday allowance and pension scheme.
• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements.
• Support for continued professional development.
• A supportive, collaborative team environment with clear progression opportunities.

About Us
We are a leading private consultancy based in Watford, known for delivering high-quality surveying and project management services across the UK. Our specialist team works closely with schools, colleges, and universities to enhance educational environments through carefully managed refurbishment, extension, and new-build projects.

The Role
We are seeking a Senior Building Surveyor / Project Manager to join our growing team. In this dual-role, you will manage a portfolio of education sector projects from initial feasibility through to completion, providing both strategic advice and hands-on delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead refurbishment and construction projects across primary, secondary, and higher education institutions.
• Carry out condition surveys, feasibility studies, and defect analysis.
• Manage projects through RIBA stages, ensuring compliance with DfE and local authority regulations.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Provide contract administration and project management support across multiple schemes.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to business development initiatives.

Requirements

• BSc in Building Surveying, Project Management or Architecture
• MRICS or MCIOB qualified (preferred).
• 5+ years’ experience in building surveying and/or project management, ideally within the education sector.
• Proven track record in managing capital works projects and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong knowledge of relevant regulations and funding streams (e.g., CIF, DfE guidance).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites.

|building surveyor| project manager| contract administration| schedules of condition| MRICS| MCIOB| ARB| MAPM| maintenance programmes|