SENIOR CHARTERED SURVEYOR

SRVO £Competitive, aligned to experience Hybrid London / South East

ROLE OVERVIEW

This role is for an MRICS qualified Chartered Surveyor ready to operate with senior authority within a growing consultancy.

You will lead complex residential and commercial instructions, acting as a trusted adviser while managing technically demanding projects from inception to completion. You will combine professional judgement, commercial awareness and delivery ownership across multiple live projects.

You will operate across building pathology, major works, compliance led reporting and strategic advisory work, contributing directly to client relationships and regional growth, with progression toward Associate level.

ROLE EXPECTATIONS

You will manage your workload independently, leading projects and deploying junior colleagues where appropriate.

You will own client relationships, providing clear advice and commercially balanced recommendations.

You will support and develop junior surveyors and APC candidates, strengthening technical standards and team capability.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

Youllbe successful in this role if:

• You lead multiple live projects while maintaining technical and commercial control
• Your advice is trusted and influences client decisions
• You manage risk effectively across contract administration and compliance instructions
• You strengthen client relationships and identify further opportunities
• You contribute positively to team development and mentoring

HOW YOULL SPEND MOST OF YOUR TIME

Most weeks,youllbe:

• Acting as Project Manager and Contract Administrator on refurbishment and major works projects typically ranging from £50k to £3m+
• Preparing specifications, tender documentation and administering JCT contracts
• Providing advice on complex building defects and construction issues
• Preparing Planned Preventative Maintenance reports and lifecycle cost advice
• Undertaking reinstatement cost assessments and pre acquisition surveys
• Completing Building Height Surveys and Building Safety Act related reporting
• Preparing Schedules of Dilapidations and negotiating claims
• Acting as Principal Designer including PCI preparation and oversight of H&S documentation
• Monitoring development works on behalf of landlords, managing agents and funders
• Mentoring junior surveyors and APC candidates

You will work in a hybrid way, balancing home working, site inspections and office collaboration.

WHO THIS ROLE IS FOR

This role suits someone who:

• Is MRICS qualified with 2+ years PQE
• Has strong technical knowledge across construction technology and building pathology
• Has experience administering projects under JCT contracts
• Is confident operating autonomously in a hybrid environment
• Is motivated by progression toward Associate level
• Holds a full clean UK driving licence and can travel as required

EXPERIENCE THAT HELPS

• Experience across residential and mixed use portfolios
• Experience acting as Principal Designer under CDM Regulations
• Experience delivering Building Safety Act surveys and reporting
• Strong report writing and client communication skills
• Experience mentoring junior surveyors or APC candidates

AutoCAD capability is advantageous

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary aligned to experience
• Discretionary bonus
• Hybrid and flexible working
• 25 daysholiday plus bank holidays
• Private medical insurance, lifeassuranceand enhanced family leave
• Fully funded training and professional development
• Pension scheme and employeeassistanceprogramme
• Employee referral scheme
• Discounts across travel, retail,fitnessand entertainment

Youllalsobenefitfrom a senior environment where you are trusted to manage your workload professionally, supported by experienced Directors, and given the tools and backing to deliver high-quality work without unnecessary bureaucracy.

ABOUTSRVO

SRVO is a Chartered Surveying and Property Consultancy delivering building surveying,projectand consultancy services across the UK.

We work across both commercial and residential sectors and have builta strong reputationthrough long-standing client relationships, technically robust delivery and a practical approach to problem solving.

Our mission is to transform the property landscape with safe and sustainable solutions.

As part of theOdevoGroup, SRVO combines the agility andexpertiseof a specialist consultancy with the stability,scaleand long-term investment of a wider group. We set our people up to succeed through the right tools, technology and support, alongside clear developmentpathwaysand an environment where wellbeing is genuinely prioritised.

HOW WE HIRE

Initial conversation with our talent team

Interview focused ontechnical experience,judgementand approach

We aim to complete the process within two to three weeks and communicate clearly throughout.

INTERESTED?

Apply with your CV.

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documentary evidence of eligibility will berequired. A full, clean UK drivinglicenceis essential for this role. xbpsjku Appointment is subject to a valid DBS check and CSCS card or willingness to obtain.