Senior Building Surveyor & Project Manager

Utilising your demonstrable, strong knowledge base, you will be responsible for enabling successful project completion in an attractive, cost-effective, and value-add manner, in line with the overarching business plan which we are all working towards.

This is a unique client-side role within an established team; the role is multifaceted in that the primary purpose will be to manage projects, ranging from small and conceptual works to major refurbishment and development pieces. You will also provide building and construction advice to the internal teams within a privately-owned, vertically integrated real estate investment, asset, and property management environment. You will play an active role on all aspects of planning, refurbishment, development and project delivery across the retail and business portfolio.

• Lead professional project teams and implement statutory procedures
• Advise on refurbishment costs for business plans and manage refurbishment projects within budget and timelines
• Support Asset Managers in tenant documentation completion
• Appoint consultants, inspect properties, and negotiate settlements for dilapidations claims
• Coordinate with the internal project management team for effective scheme handover and management
• Undertake financial appraisals and formulate project management strategies
• Provide comprehensive project management advice, overseeing scope, programme, budget, and external input
• To play an active role in the planning and delivery of sustainable refurbishments throughout our current and future portfolio
• Provide general advice on building-related matters, including tenant alterations and repairs
• Manage planning processes, collaborate with external consultants, and build relationships with authorities
• Direct Facilities Managers on lower value maintenance contracts, emphasising value-added work.
• Preparation and co-ordination of design information and contract documentation, administering the procurement and tendering of works and work packages, Contract Administration of the works and financial control through to completion and handover
• Conduct pre-acquisition due diligence by reviewing building and M&E surveys
• Manage Building Control Applications including acting as the Principal Designer
• Ensure proper document management in compliance with PREM policy
• Instruct and review specialist reports
• Compliance with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations including acting as the Principal Designer
• Party Wall surveys, preparation of notices and awards

This is a career-defining opportunity for Senior Building Surveyor who thrives in fast-paced, ambitious environments and wants to deliver meaningful impact across a growing organisation.

• Assertive leadership and strong knowledge base for guiding external consultants
• MRICS qualification or equivalent in building/project management
• Strong communication, teamwork, and leadership skills
• Effective time management and ability to work autonomously
• Capacity to manage multiple diverse development projects concurrently
• Exceptional negotiation skills and results-driven organization
• Previous experience in building surveying within commercial property management
• Strong work ethic and effective team collaboration across organisational sectors
• Creative approach to delivering challenging development projects

At Praxis, you’ll be part a business on a proven growth trajectory, backed by strong investors and powered by a unique fully integrated UK commercial real estate platform.

• Highly competitive Salary and Bonus Scheme DOE
• PMI and Healthcare Cash Plan
• 3x Life Assurance
• 5% Company Pension Contribution
• 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays