Senior Chartered Building Surveyor

Malcolm Hollis LLP.; Ashford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate consultancy in Ashford seeks a Senior Chartered Building Surveyor. The role involves conducting building inspections, preparing reports, and managing projects. Candidates should be MRICS accredited, with strong leadership skills and experience in defect diagnosis. The company promotes a supportive and inclusive culture while offering benefits like life assurance, pension contributions, and flexible hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Life assurance and private medical insurance

Season ticket loan

5% employer pension contribution

25 days holiday plus an extra day off on your birthday

Cycle-to-work scheme

Retail vouchers

Gym discounts

EV car scheme

Longevity awards

Qualifications

• Experience in consulting and surveying.
• Understanding of CDM regulations and building legislation.
• Ability to work to deadlines and within budgets.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections and offer construction advice.
• Prepare reports and specifications.
• Design and oversee project works.

Skills

MRICS accreditation

Defect diagnosis

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Time management

Education

MRICS accredited

Job description

Senior Chartered Building Surveyor

Join Hollis, a leading international independent real estate consultancy, as a Senior Chartered Building Surveyor located in Ashford, Kent. This role will support the Surveying team on a wide range of commercial and residential projects across all forms of construction.

Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections and provide advice on construction, repair, maintenance and refurbishment of all types of buildings.
• Perform inspections and surveys, including acquisition, condition reports, measured surveys and defect investigations.
• Prepare reports, schedules of works and works specifications.
• Design and oversee works, aligning with recognised building contracts and current technical standards.
• Undertake projects independently, using expert knowledge on all aspects of professional consultancy services.
• Understand and apply relevant legislation such as health and safety, party wall, building regulations and planning.
• Provide leadership and support to APC candidates to promote knowledge and understanding.

About You

• MRICS accredited.
• Experience and working knowledge of consulting, surveying and ancillary engineering practices with awareness of latest statutory requirements.
• Experience in defect diagnosis and report writing.
• Experience in negotiating with other professionals and key project stakeholders.
• Experience leading instructions from inception to completion.
• Experience working to deadlines and within budgets on large‑scale projects.
• Experience and understanding of CDM regulations, Party Wall and Building Regulation legislation.
• Flexible, professional and "Can do" attitude, aligned with Hollis’s business ethos.

The Company

Hollis is a multi‑skilled team of surveyors, engineers, ESG consultants, project managers and technical specialists operating across the UK, Ireland, Germany, Spain and The Netherlands. We work with owners, occupiers, developers and funders across both private and public sectors to maximise the value of real estate throughout the property life cycle.

Why Join Us

We are hardworking, progressive, successful and fun. We’re independently‑owned and independently‑minded, offering a supportive, inclusive culture that balances excellent client service with personal development.

Benefits

• Life assurance and private medical insurance
• Season ticket loan
• 5 % employer pension contribution
• 25 days holiday plus an extra day off on your birthday
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme, retail vouchers, gym discounts and more
• EV car scheme
• Longevity awards

Hybrid & Flexible Working

Hollis operates a hybrid‑working policy, allowing employees to work between home and office where the role permits. Flexible working hours are accommodated wherever possible.

Inclusive Workplace

We welcome, embrace and celebrate differences. Hollis is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive environment, removing barriers and empowering all employees to be their best selves.

Application

We encourage all interested candidates to apply, even if not every requirement is met. If you need alternative formats or wish to apply offline, contact talent acquisition at [e-mail].

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing