Building Surveyor & Employer's Agent (JPC-86)

Description

This hybrid position blends Building Surveying and Employer’s Agent responsibilities. You will carry out technical inspections and reporting while also managing construction projects from pre-contract through to completion.

Building Surveying Duties

• Manage cashflow, valuations and final accounts
• Provide clear updates on programmes, risks and deliverables
• Lead tender processes and evaluate submissions
• Support remediation, refurbishment and new-build schemes
• Coordinate snagging, handover and defects periods
• Prepare building pathology reports and technical documentation
• Liaise with Housing Associations, Developers, Local Authorities, and other stakeholders
• Review drawings, specifications and compliance information
• Manage pre-contract processes, investigations and due diligence
• Oversee construction delivery, hold progress meetings and monitor quality
• Conduct site inspections and defect assessments
• Issue instructions, notices, and certificates
• Prepare ERs, performance specs and JCT contract documents

Requirements

Location: Cambridge (regional travel required)

• Experience across residential, public sector, mixed-use or regeneration projects
• Degree in Building Surveying or related discipline
• 2–5 years’ experience in BS/EA roles
• Full UK driving licence
• Understand varying client requirements across sectors
• Strong technical knowledge: JCT contracts, building regulations, defect diagnosis
• Excellent report writing and communication skills

Benefits

Salary: £40,000–£55,000

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance