Details:
- Salary: £40,000 - 60,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Cornwall
- Date: 6 days ago
Description:
An independent property consultancy in Cornwall is looking to appoint an experienced Building Surveyor to support continued growth across its private client offering.
This is an excellent opportunity for a surveyor who enjoys spending the majority of their time undertaking pre-acquisition surveys and providing detailed advice on a diverse range of residential properties. The workload is heavily focused on quality over quantity, with instructions including substantial family homes, coastal residences, converted properties, period buildings and architect-designed homes.
The successful candidate will benefit from a steady flow of survey work, autonomy in managing their diary and the chance to work closely with a well-established client base throughout Cornwall and the wider South West.
Responsibilities
Carrying out residential property inspections across a varied portfolio of homes
Preparing Level 2 and Level 3 survey reports
Assessing building condition and identifying defects, risks and maintenance requirements
Providing clear and practical advice to purchasers and property owners
Liaising directly with clients to discuss survey findings
Managing instructions efficiently from appointment through to report completion
Maintaining high professional and technical standards
Contributing to the ongoing success of a growing surveying team
Requirements
MRICS qualified or working towards chartership
Previous experience undertaking residential surveys independently
Sound understanding of traditional and modern construction methods
Strong diagnostic and reporting skills
Ability to communicate technical issues clearly to non-technical clients
Organised and self-motivated approach to workload management
Full UK driving licence
Salary & Benefits
£50,000 - £65,000 depending on experience
Pension contribution
Professional fees covered
Flexible working arrangements
Structured career development and progression opportunities
Supportive and collaborative working environment
This role would suit a surveyor seeking a position centred around residential surveying, offering a high-quality workload, flexibility and the opportunity to work with some of the South West's most interesting housing stock.
For further information, contact Max Condie on (phone number removed) for a confidential conversation or apply today