Associate Director - Building Surveyor

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced MRICS Chartered Building Surveyor to join a thriving, multidisciplinary property consultancy in Manchester as an Associate Director. You could be just the right applicant for this job Read all associated information and make sure to apply. This role would suit an experienced Senior Building Surveyor ready to take the next step in their career, offering the opportunity to lead major commercial projects, chair client meetings and play a key role in the continued growth of the business.This role offers the chance to work within a collaborative consultancy that delivers projects from concept through to completion. The business operates as a true "one-stop shop", providing clients with surveying, design, project management, leasing and branding services all under one roof.With a strong pipeline of work from established clients, this is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded surveyor looking to take the next step in their career within a supportive and ambitious environment.The OpportunityYou will join a Manchester team of around 35 professionals, including Building Surveyors, Quantity Surveyors, designers and marketing specialists. The office environment is collaborative and fast-paced, with teams working closely together across multiple service lines to deliver high-quality projects for clients. Projects vary significantly in scale and complexity, ranging from 20k office refurbishments through to major 20m commercial fit-outs.Most projects are North West based, particularly in Manchester, although the consultancy also delivers work across London, Edinburgh and internationally.You will typically manage 4-5 live projects at any one time, each at different stages of delivery.Key Responsibilities Project LeadershipLead project management and contract administration on commercial refurbishment and fit-out projectsManage full project lifecycles from feasibility through to deliveryOversee programme management, risk control and quality assuranceChair client meetings and manage project stakeholdersProfessional Building SurveyingDeliver a range of commercial building surveying services including: Acquisition SurveysSchedules of ConditionProject MonitoringPrepare and negotiate Schedules of Dilapidations for landlords and tenantsUndertake defect diagnosis and provide commercially focused solutionsClient AdvisoryAct as a trusted advisor to a range of commercial clientsMaintain strong client relationships through clear, practical adviceRepresent the consultancy at project meetings and presentationsLeadership & DevelopmentMentor and support junior surveyors within the teamContribute to the continued growth of the building consultancy service line About YouMRICS Chartered Building Surveyor (essential)Strong experience within commercial building consultancy (essential)Proven track record delivering both project and professional surveying workConfident communicator able to chair meetings and engage with clientsStrong commercial awareness and ability to manage multiple instructions simultaneously Culture & Environment This consultancy has a collaborative and sociable office culture, with teams working closely together across surveying, design and consultancy disciplines.Supportive xjdpvnf leadership teamRegular social events and team activitiesSmart professional environment with a relaxed dress-down FridayStrong emphasis on career progression and professional development Salary & BenefitsHighly competitive and flexible salary depending on experienceDiscretionary annual bonus (historically around 10-15%)Flexible working with core hours and early Friday finish25 days holiday + bank holidays, plus office closure between Christmas and New YearPension schemeGym membershipDaily breakfast in the office500+ annual training and development budget to support professional growthModern Manchester city centre office For further details on this exciting new opportunity, please contact Gemma at Calibre Search on (phone number removed) and send your CV Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business

Created: 2026-03-17