Senior / Associate Chartered Building Surveyor (MRICS) - Commercial Sector

Location: WarringtonEmployment Type: Full-Time
Overview:We are seeking an experienced Chartered Senior / Associate Building Surveyor (MRICS) to join our dynamic team or Director level we are keen to speak to. Focusing on delivering high-quality building consultancy services to private equity clients operating in the commercial real estate sector. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, client-driven environment where strategic thinking, commercial awareness, and technical expertise are paramount.
Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake pre-acquisition building surveys, technical due diligence, and vendor surveys for commercial properties (office, retail, industrial, logistics).
• Deliver dilapidations advice, including the preparation and negotiation of schedules of dilapidations and exit strategies.
• Prepare and manage planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules and life cycle costing reports.
• Conduct reinstatement cost assessments for insurance purposes.
• Oversee project management of commercial fit-outs, refurbishments, and capital expenditure programs.
• Advise on defects diagnosis, repair strategies, and remediation works.
• Support clients in understanding risk, compliance, and asset enhancement opportunities.
• Provide strategic advice to private equity investors during acquisition, holding, and disposal stages of investment.
• Prepare measured surveys and prepare planning applications.
• Prepare strategic feasibility studies and budget cost analysis.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through clear communication and dependable delivery.
• Collaborate with internal teams including valuation, agency, and asset management to provide holistic advice.

Requirements:

• MRICS qualified.
• Strong technical background across the core building surveying disciplines.
• Proven track record working with private equity clients or institutional investors.
• Solid understanding of commercial leases, landlord & tenant law, and investment criteria.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and client management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver under pressure with minimal supervision.
• Commercially astute with a proactive, solution-oriented approach.
• Excellent CAD skills in the preparation of drawings and feasibility studies.
• Full UK driving license.

Desirable:

• Experience with pan-European portfolios or cross-border real estate transactions.
• Familiarity with ESG considerations and sustainability in the built environment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
• Car allowance and benefits package.
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangements.
• Parking on site.
• Opportunities for progression within a growing team.
• Access to high-profile clients and complex commercial portfolios

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