Group Building & Projects Surveyor - Manchester

Job Description:

Job Title: Group Building & Projects Surveyor
Sector: Multi-Site Property / Regulated Services
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
About the Role
We are supporting a leading multi-site services provider in the appointment of a Group Building & Projects Surveyor. This role will take responsibility for the condition, upkeep, and development of a large national property portfolio, ensuring sites remain safe, compliant, and operationally effective.
The successful candidate will deliver a wide range of building fabric projects — from refurbishments and small developments to alterations and general capital works — while also supporting local teams to manage day-to-day maintenance.
Key Responsibilities

• Deliver building projects from origination through to completion, including scoping, costing, procurement, and contract management.
• Maintain up-to-date building condition surveys and create capital investment plans aligned with operational and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee compliance with building regulations, fire safety, water risk, planning, and landlord obligations.
• Work closely with helpdesk, planned maintenance, and operations teams to prioritise investment and drive efficiencies.
• Supervise property managers and minor works teams, ensuring quality standards and value for money are achieved.
• Support the senior estates leadership team as required, contributing to the wider estates strategy.

About You

• Qualified building surveyor with experience delivering maintenance, refurbishment, and development projects across a multi-site environment.
• Background in regulated sectors (e.g. healthcare, education, housing, or similar) would be advantageous.
• Strong understanding of compliance, statutory requirements, and safe project delivery.
• Skilled in financial planning, cost control, and data analysis to support investment decisions.
• Collaborative and pragmatic leader with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Flexibility to travel extensively across the UK;

What’s on Offer
This is a high-profile opportunity for a surveyor seeking career progression into senior estates leadership. You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping and safeguarding the estate for the future, with strong visibility across the leadership team.
 

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