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Currie & Brown is one of the leading International physical asset management and construction consultancies, dedicated to advising clients worldwide with our expertise and experience in multiple sectors and services. We are differentiated by our people, innovation and reputation with a genuine global office network.

Our people, from the first-day apprentice to senior management make our business what it is today. Everybody in the Currie & Brown family, no matter how experienced they are, plays their own unique part in our success and have fun along the way.

The role – what is it we would like you to do?

Currie & Brown is looking for a chartered building surveyor / senior building surveyor to join our Manchester office. The successful candidate will be part of a team of building surveyors covering all aspects of professional and project-related building surveying across the private and public sector.

The successful candidate will support project leaders in generating a high standard of service delivery, achieving successful outcomes for our clients, capturing and sharing knowledge across projects, enhancing our culture of innovation and reinforcing our reputation as a preferred service provider.

Working in this role will involve assisting in the management of client and project teams to deliver building surveying services profitably and on time to a wide range of clients. The role will cover the full spectrum of building surveying services, including design and specification, clerk of works, contract administration, building surveys and dilapidations.

Our building surveying team has a broad-based background, is a highly motivated group with varying levels and types of experience and is the ideal place for you to commence and progress your career in the profession with many opportunities to learn from the team and our commissions.

As a building surveyor your core duties will involve:

• Delivering projects, commissions, and professional assignments from inception to completion
• Maintaining effective communication to ensure all information is available for the successful completion of projects and liaising with other managers to ensure efficient financial control
• Assist with the managing of client/project teams to deliver building surveying services profitably and on time
• Visit sites to undertake surveys, visit construction sites, meet with sub-contractors, contractors, clients and other staff as required to deliver projects.
• Delivering all work outputs in an accurate and timely manner
• Representing the company in a professional and diligent manner, meeting, negotiating and corresponding with clients to form strong and long-lasting working relationships

What skills and attributes are we looking for from you:

• BSc in building surveying or equivalent
• Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS) beneficial
• Good technical writing and communication skills (both internal and external)
• Proficient skills in the use of AutoCAD and NBS beneficial
• Experience in the higher education, local government and healthcare sectors beneficial
• Significant exposure to, and good working relations with, private and public sector clients beneficial
• Well-developed skills in the areas of surveys, project management, clerk of works, repairs and maintenance beneficial
• Well-organised, diligent, proactive, assertive, well-disciplined and commercially astute
• A team player with a ‘can-do’ attitude
• Outgoing, polite, patient, diplomatic, personable, respectful and flexible when speaking to colleagues and clients alike
• Good IT skills (AutoCAD, NBS, MS Project, Outlook, Word, Excel and other bespoke software)

About Us

Why choose Currie & Brown?

Unlike some businesses, we prioritise for the long term and honour our commitments. We are compassionate and inclusive in the way we approach our work, and always look to invest in our people’s futures. Be it a desire to work internationally, a drive to progress, or even a curiosity to operate in a new sector, we are there for our people at every stage – providing advice, support and the structure to achieve. That is why so many of us have established and built successful careers here for so long.

We don’t offer just a job we offer a career with clear structured route to progression, and a track record of making international mobility happen with international moves encouraged on a permanent or secondment basis.

We are an international industry leader – Working for us provides the chance to work for a leading brand with a focus on excellence, being digitally-led in our approach, we present the chance to work on some of the world’s most prestigious projects and for some of the world’s top clients.

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day and that is why we firmly believe equality, diversity and inclusion should be taken seriously. Diverse people, backgrounds and experiences develop the most innovative of ideas, they are essential to our success, that is why we actively encourage applications from all backgrounds.

We are a truly independent business where our people are empowered to make quick, agile decisions that drive real impact. As part of Sidara, we collaborate directly with some of the world’s brightest partner brands in our industry, offering exciting opportunities to innovate and grow.

We offer comprehensive benefits packages in all our global regions which have been specifically tailored to offer additional rewards to our employees from entry level to senior executives.

Currie & Brown is one of the leading International physical asset management and construction consultancies, dedicated to advising clients worldwide with our expertise and experience in multiple sectors and services. We are differentiated by our people, innovation and reputation with a genuine global office network.

Our people, from the first-day apprentice to senior management make our business what it is today. Everybody in the Currie & Brown family, no matter how experienced they are, plays their own unique part in our success and have fun along the way.

The role – what is it we would like you to do?

Currie & Brown is looking for a chartered building surveyor / senior building surveyor to join our Leeds office. The successful candidate will be part of a team of building surveyors covering all aspects of professional and project-related building surveying across the private and public sector.

The successful candidate will support project leaders in generating a high standard of service delivery, achieving successful outcomes for our clients, capturing and sharing knowledge across projects, enhancing our culture of innovation and reinforcing our reputation as a preferred service provider.

Working in this role will involve assisting in the management of client and project teams to deliver building surveying services profitably and on time to a wide range of clients. The role will cover the full spectrum of building surveying services, including design and specification, clerk of works, contract administration, building surveys and dilapidations.

Our building surveying team has a broad-based background, is a highly motivated group with varying levels and types of experience and is the ideal place for you to commence and progress your career in the profession with many opportunities to learn from the team and our commissions.

As a building surveyor your core duties will involve:

• Delivering projects, commissions, and professional assignments from inception to completion
• Maintaining effective communication to ensure all information is available for the successful completion of projects and liaising with other managers to ensure efficient financial control
• Assist with the managing of client/project teams to deliver building surveying services profitably and on time
• Visit sites to undertake surveys, visit construction sites, meet with sub-contractors, contractors, clients and other staff as required to deliver projects.
• Delivering all work outputs in an accurate and timely manner
• Representing the company in a professional and diligent manner, meeting, negotiating and corresponding with clients to form strong and long-lasting working relationships

What skills and attributes are we looking for from you:

• BSc in building surveying or equivalent
• Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS) beneficial
• Good technical writing and communication skills (both internal and external)
• Proficient skills in the use of AutoCAD and NBS beneficial
• Experience in the higher education, local government and healthcare sectors beneficial
• Significant exposure to, and good working relations with, private and public sector clients beneficial
• Well-developed skills in the areas of surveys, project management, clerk of works, repairs and maintenance beneficial
• Well-organised, diligent, proactive, assertive, well-disciplined and commercially astute
• A team player with a ‘can-do’ attitude
• Outgoing, polite, patient, diplomatic, personable, respectful and flexible when speaking to colleagues and clients alike
• Good IT skills (AutoCAD, NBS, MS Project, Outlook, Word, Excel and other bespoke software)

About Us

Why choose Currie & Brown?

Unlike some businesses, we prioritise for the long term and honour our commitments. We are compassionate and inclusive in the way we approach our work, and always look to invest in our people’s futures. Be it a desire to work internationally, a drive to progress, or even a curiosity to operate in a new sector, we are there for our people at every stage – providing advice, support and the structure to achieve. That is why so many of us have established and built successful careers here for so long.

We don’t offer just a job we offer a career with clear structured route to progression, and a track record of making international mobility happen with international moves encouraged on a permanent or secondment basis.

We are an international industry leader – Working for us provides the chance to work for a leading brand with a focus on excellence, being digitally-led in our approach, we present the chance to work on some of the world’s most prestigious projects and for some of the world’s top clients.

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day and that is why we firmly believe equality, diversity and inclusion should be taken seriously. Diverse people, backgrounds and experiences develop the most innovative of ideas, they are essential to our success, that is why we actively encourage applications from all backgrounds.

We are a truly independent business where our people are empowered to make quick, agile decisions that drive real impact. As part of Sidara, we collaborate directly with some of the world’s brightest partner brands in our industry, offering exciting opportunities to innovate and grow.

We offer comprehensive benefits packages in all our global regions which have been specifically tailored to offer additional rewards to our employees from entry level to senior executives.

Currie & Brown is one of the leading International physical asset management and construction consultancies, dedicated to advising clients worldwide with our expertise and experience in multiple sectors and services. We are differentiated by our people, innovation and reputation with a genuine global office network.

Our people, from the first-day apprentice to senior management make our business what it is today. Everybody in the Currie & Brown family, no matter how experienced they are, plays their own unique part in our success and have fun along the way.

The role – what is it we would like you to do?

Currie & Brown is looking for a chartered building surveyor / senior building surveyor to join our Birmingham office. The successful candidate will be part of a team of building surveyors covering all aspects of professional and project-related building surveying across the private and public sector.

The successful candidate will support project leaders in generating a high standard of service delivery, achieving successful outcomes for our clients, capturing and sharing knowledge across projects, enhancing our culture of innovation and reinforcing our reputation as a preferred service provider.

Working in this role will involve assisting in the management of client and project teams to deliver building surveying services profitably and on time to a wide range of clients. The role will cover the full spectrum of building surveying services, including design and specification, clerk of works, contract administration, building surveys and dilapidations.

Our building surveying team has a broad-based background, is a highly motivated group with varying levels and types of experience and is the ideal place for you to commence and progress your career in the profession with many opportunities to learn from the team and our commissions.

As a building surveyor your core duties will involve:

• Delivering projects, commissions, and professional assignments from inception to completion
• Maintaining effective communication to ensure all information is available for the successful completion of projects and liaising with other managers to ensure efficient financial control
• Assist with the managing of client/project teams to deliver building surveying services profitably and on time
• Visit sites to undertake surveys, visit construction sites, meet with sub-contractors, contractors, clients and other staff as required to deliver projects.
• Delivering all work outputs in an accurate and timely manner
• Representing the company in a professional and diligent manner, meeting, negotiating and corresponding with clients to form strong and long-lasting working relationships

What skills and attributes are we looking for from you:

• BSc in building surveying or equivalent
• Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS) beneficial
• Good technical writing and communication skills (both internal and external)
• Proficient skills in the use of AutoCAD and NBS beneficial
• Experience in the higher education, local government and healthcare sectors beneficial
• Significant exposure to, and good working relations with, private and public sector clients beneficial
• Well-developed skills in the areas of surveys, project management, clerk of works, repairs and maintenance beneficial
• Well-organised, diligent, proactive, assertive, well-disciplined and commercially astute
• A team player with a ‘can-do’ attitude
• Outgoing, polite, patient, diplomatic, personable, respectful and flexible when speaking to colleagues and clients alike
• Good IT skills (AutoCAD, NBS, MS Project, Outlook, Word, Excel and other bespoke software)

About Us

Why choose Currie & Brown?

Unlike some businesses, we prioritise for the long term and honour our commitments. We are compassionate and inclusive in the way we approach our work, and always look to invest in our people’s futures. Be it a desire to work internationally, a drive to progress, or even a curiosity to operate in a new sector, we are there for our people at every stage – providing advice, support and the structure to achieve. That is why so many of us have established and built successful careers here for so long.

We don’t offer just a job we offer a career with clear structured route to progression, and a track record of making international mobility happen with international moves encouraged on a permanent or secondment basis.

We are an international industry leader – Working for us provides the chance to work for a leading brand with a focus on excellence, being digitally-led in our approach, we present the chance to work on some of the world’s most prestigious projects and for some of the world’s top clients.

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day and that is why we firmly believe equality, diversity and inclusion should be taken seriously. Diverse people, backgrounds and experiences develop the most innovative of ideas, they are essential to our success, that is why we actively encourage applications from all backgrounds.

We are a truly independent business where our people are empowered to make quick, agile decisions that drive real impact. As part of Sidara, we collaborate directly with some of the world’s brightest partner brands in our industry, offering exciting opportunities to innovate and grow.

We offer comprehensive benefits packages in all our global regions which have been specifically tailored to offer additional rewards to our employees from entry level to senior executives.

The Building Manager will oversee the day-to-day operations of a property in Manchester, ensuring it is maintained to the highest standards and meets all compliance requirements. This 3 month fixed-term-contract role requires expertise in facilities management and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Client Details

This is a Manchester-based role within a well-established organisation in the property sector. The company operates as part of a large organisation and is known for its commitment to delivering high-quality property management services.

Description

The role of Building Manager will involve:

• Managing the daily operations of the building, ensuring all facilities are in excellent working order.
• Overseeing contractor performance and ensure compliance with service agreements.
• Conducting regular inspections to identify maintenance needs and address them promptly.
• Ensuring health and safety regulations are adhered to across the site.
• Managing budgets effectively and provide regular financial updates to stakeholders.
• Responding to tenant queries and resolve issues efficiently to maintain satisfaction.
• Coordinate planned and reactive maintenance activities with minimal disruption.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance schedules, and compliance certifications.

Profile

A successful Building Manager should have:

• Proven experience in facilities management or a related property role.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations within the property industry.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage budgets and deliver cost-effective solutions.
• Good operational knowledge and management of CAFM.
• Effective communication skills to liaise with tenants, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in using property management software or related tools.
• A proactive approach to identifying and addressing maintenance requirements.
• A background in real estate and property.

Job Offer

The role of Building Manager benefits from:

• A competitive salary in the range of 4000 to 5000 per annum.
• An opportunity to work in a reputable organisation within the property industry.
• Professional development opportunities within the facilities management sector.
• A fixed-term contract offering stability and clear responsibilities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Building Manager to advance their career in Manchester. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply promptly.

Building Surveyor

Chelmsford (Hybrid)
45,000 - 55,000

An established multidisciplinary consultancy is looking for a Building Surveyor to join its Estates team, delivering professional surveying services across education, residential, and commercial projects.

The role focuses on condition surveys, RICS Level 2 reports, and asset management planning within the education sector. You'll work closely with project managers, support junior team members, and help grow the professional surveying offering.

Ideal for someone with around 3 years' experience, confident in producing client-ready reports and progressing toward chartership.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake detailed RICS Level 2 condition surveys and professional reports
• Inspect and advise on building defects, fabric condition, and energy efficiency
• Work across live education, commercial, and residential sites
• Support asset management planning and long-term maintenance strategies
• Collaborate with the Project Management team during peak survey/reporting periods
• Liaise directly with clients, schools, and local authorities
• Mentor and oversee junior team members with progression into team leadership possible
• Maintain high standards of written and verbal client communication
• Support bid work and contribute to the ongoing development of the professional surveying offering

Candidate Requirements

• 3+ years' experience in Building Surveying (ideally in education or public sector environments)
• MRICS qualified (or working toward chartership)
• Strong technical knowledge and demonstrable experience producing RICS Level 2 and other professional reports
• Relevant construction or surveying degree (RICS accredited preferred)
• Excellent written reporting and client-facing skills
• UK driving licence
• DBS check (or willing to obtain)

• Prior experience working in operational school environments

Benefits

• 45,000 - 55,000 base salary
• 25 days annual leave + public holidays
• 3% employer pension contribution
• 500 annual CPD/training and professional fees budget
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Flexible working
• Local gym discount

Building surveyors required for a project working with Align Property Services to be completed by March 2026 (may be extended)

Working hours are Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:30 and 17:00

Required to review housing stock, predominately across Selby, Harrogate and Richmondshire.

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• Damp and mould surveys
• Repairs surveys

• Experience in diagnosing repairs and undertaking repairs surveys to residential properties
• Ability to work at pace and adapt to change.
• Experience within social housing.

• Damp and mould surveys
• Repairs surveys

• Experience in diagnosing repairs and undertaking repairs surveys to residential properties
• Ability to work at pace and adapt to change.
• Experience within social housing.

A great opportunity has come up for a Building Surveyor (or soon to be RICS) to join a forward-thinking consultancy who offer the full range of Building Surveying services to its clients in London.

You will be based out of their London office and be responsible for supporting and managing client projects to support the growth of the company. The role will involve a mix of project and professional work including contract administration, pre-acquisition surveys and dilapidation work, party wall consultancy, and fire reinstatement valuations in the retail, education, commercial and residential sectors. 

The company offers flexible working, great progression opportunities as well as APC training, so ideal for someone looking for the next step up in their career or a seasoned Chartered Surveyor looking for a new challenge. 

They should also:

• Be able to produce carefully prepared, accurate work and have good report writing skills.  
• Have experience working on commercial Surveys valued up to £500k value
• Have experience working on contract admin of commercial projects up to £400k value
• Be confident with presentations whether written or verbal and have strong numeracy skills.  
• Have an operational awareness of administrative and project cost management and understand the principals of a commercially focused delivery and the effective use resources.  
• Have the ability to prioritise conflicting workloads and manages own time.  
• Present a professional image especially when client facing and able to demonstrate a confident persona and have good negotiation skills.  
• Capable of working alone but is a strong team player and is willing and able to support the development of a Building Surveying team.  
• Demonstrates ambition and commitment to self and business development.  
• Be Computer Literate, specifically in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD and Microsoft Project.  
• Willing to travel as project commissions require.  
• Hold a full driving licence.  
  
  

Candidate should be able to deliver core building surveying services such as:  

• Developing Client Briefs
• Contract Administration / Project delivery.  
• Dilapidations / Landlord and Tenant.  
• Party Wall.  
• JCT Contract Administration (Minor and IF).  
• Defect analysis and rectifications.  
• Technical Compliance Roles.  
• Specification writing.  
• Producing schedules of work.  
• Design (Experience of using AutoCAD an advantage).  

My client offers an individually focused and competitive package for the right candidate; inclusive of Pension, Company Car Allowance, Healthcare Life Insurance and more. 

To apply send a CV in response to this advert or contact Nella Mihelcic on (phone number removed) for more information.