Client Side Building Surveyor
| Posting date: | 28 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £400.0 to £800.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Outside IR35 - Negotiable |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 11 February 2026 |
| Location: | London, London, SW1W 0NT |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4765586_1769593972 |
Summary
Your new company
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Building Surveyor with strong technical expertise in dilapidations to join an SME based in Central London. You will be responsible for managing dilapidation instructions for both landlords and tenants, providing clear, commercially driven advice, and delivering high‑quality professional reports.This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a supportive consultancy environment while working on a diverse range of commercial property assets.
Your new role
- Prepare and negotiate Schedules of Dilapidations (interim and terminal).
- Carry out detailed building surveys and condition assessments.
- Provide strategic advice on lease obligations, liabilities, and costed repair strategies.
- Prepare Scott Schedules, cost assessments, and technical reports.
- Work closely with clients, property managers, and legal teams to support dilapidation negotiations.
- Undertake related professional surveying work, including Schedules of Condition, refurbishment advice, and planned maintenance reporting.
- Manage multiple instructions, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are consistently met.
What you'll need to succeed
- MRICS qualified.
- Proven experience in dilapidations within commercial property.
- Strong technical knowledge of building pathology and repair specifications.
- Confident in negotiating and presenting advice to clients.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
What you'll get in return
Flexible working options available.
Competitive Salary/Rate on offer.
Supportive and inclusive team culture.
Exposure to a wide range of commercial property clients.
What you need to do now
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