Senior Building Surveyor

Location:
Leeds
Discipline:
Building Consultancy
Contract Type:
Permanent
Closing Date:
31 January 2026

Role Overview

MAC Consulting is seeking an experienced Senior Building Surveyor to join our Leeds office. This is a senior, client-facing role delivering high-quality building consultancy services across a diverse range of projects. You will provide technical leadership, manage client relationships, and support the development of junior team members.


Responsibilities

  • Deliver professional building surveying services including condition surveys, defect diagnosis and technical reporting
  • Lead refurbishment, maintenance and remedial works projects from inception to completion
  • Act as Contract Administrator and/or Employer’s Agent under JCT contracts
  • Prepare specifications, schedules of work and tender documentation
  • Provide strategic advice on asset condition, compliance and lifecycle planning
  • Manage client relationships and provide clear reporting and advice
  • Mentor and support junior surveyors, graduates and APC candidates

Qualifications

  • Degree in Building Surveying or related discipline
  • MRICS (or actively working towards with relevant experience)
  • Strong knowledge of UK construction methods and building pathology
  • Proven consultancy experience
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills

What We're Looking For

  • Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple projects
  • Accuracy and due diligence in professional outputs
  • Effective communication across all levels, including leading meetings
  • Teamwork and collaboration to foster a positive work environment
  • Commitment to knowledge development and industry best practice
  • Excellent time management to meet client deadlines

Our Values

  • Collaboration: Stronger Together – building positive relationships and working as a team
  • Client Focused: Listen to Clients. Learn. Make it Happen – enhancing client experience through responsive communication
  • Leadership: Be the Difference – supporting and mentoring junior team members
  • Excellence: Think Solutions. Not Problems – driving efficiency and innovation
  • Accountability: Do What’s Right. Not What’s Easy – carrying responsibility from start to finish

Role Challenges & Aim

You’ll be expected to work independently with minimal assistance, lead client projects, and either hold or be working towards APC qualification. Communication and organisational skills are crucial, as is a drive to build expertise in contract administration from inception to completion.

 

Benefits

  • Hybrid Working
  • Private Vitality Healthcare for you and your family
  • 27 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays (plus buy and sell holiday)
  • Individual Bonus scheme
  • 4 x Death in Service
  • 6% Employer Contribution Pension
  • Professional Membership Fees Paid
  • Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay
  • Contractual Sick Pay
  • Regular Funded Social Events
  • RICS/APC Professional Accreditation Support
  • Personal Career Development
  • Internal Training

How to Apply

Please send your CV with a covering letter to careers@macconsultingltd.com.