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Project Monitoring Surveyor Edinburgh Fully Flexible Major Lender-Funded Projects Job Title Project Monitoring Surveyor Level Senior or Associate Director (Senior candidates and those ready to step up will be considered; Director-level appointments may also be considered with scope and remuneration aligned accordingly) Location Edinburgh / Scotland (largely remote, home-based) The Opportunity A specialist project monitoring consultancy operating at the senior end of the development finance market is expanding its presence across Scotland. The workload is focused on lender-funded developments of scale, including complex, long-term and multi-phase schemes where professional judgement, clarity of advice and credibility with funders are critical. Instructions are typically strategic in nature rather than transactional, providing strong visibility of work and sustained involvement on major projects. The Scottish market is particularly busy at present, with Scotland operating under separate building regulations rather than the Building Safety Act regime seen in England. As a result, development activity and funding continue to remain strong north of the border, creating sustained demand for experienced monitoring professionals. This role is suited both to experienced Project Monitoring Surveyors already operating full-time within monitoring, and also to Building Surveyors or Quantity Surveyors currently undertaking some monitoring work who want to specialise fully in development finance and lender advisory. The Role You will act as Project Monitor on lender-funded developments across Scotland, from initial due diligence through delivery, providing clear, commercially focused advice to lenders and project teams. This is a judgement-led role. You ll be expected to interrogate proposals, identify and articulate risk, and support lender confidence throughout the lifecycle of each project. You ll operate with autonomy, supported by an experienced senior peer group rather than a leveraged, junior-heavy structure. Key Responsibilities Acting as Project Monitor on lender-funded developments across Scotland Producing robust monitoring reports relied upon for credit and risk decisions Advising lenders on development risk, cost, programme, procurement and delivery strategy Engaging directly with lenders, developers, funders and professional teams Monitoring compliance with funding conditions and professional appointments Providing informed input on EPC considerations, building regulations and construction risk Managing a live portfolio of projects, including long-term and multi-phase schemes Applying professional judgement rather than operating to a checklist-led or process-driven model Candidate Profile Proven experience as a Project Monitoring Surveyor within development finance, or exposure to monitoring work within a Building Consultancy or Quantity Surveying environment Background from a recognised project monitoring, building or multidisciplinary consultancy Comfort operating on a range of different development types and complex funding structures Strong lender-facing report writing skills Commercial mindset with the confidence to challenge assumptions and advise senior stakeholders Ability to work autonomously in a largely remote, regionally focused role Candidates currently undertaking some monitoring work who want to move into the discipline full-time are strongly encouraged to apply Candidates ready to step into an Associate Director-level role will be considered Director-level candidates may also be considered where experience and capability support a broader remit MRICS preferred Why This Role Exposure to significant lender-backed developments across Scotland Direct influence on lender confidence and long-term project outcomes Opportunity to specialise fully within Project Monitoring Senior peer group with no junior management burden Clear scope to build long-term influence within a growing, profitable consultancy Strong pipeline of work with long-term project visibility Package Base salary aligned to Associate Director level, typically between £70,000 - £85,000 depending on experience and seniority Bonus of c.25% Private healthcare Professional fees paid Fully flexible, home-based working arrangements No mandated office attendance Ways of Working This is a largely remote, home-based role. Day-to-day work is focused on site inspections across Scotland and report production from home. Occasional travel for team meetings is required, but there is no expectation of regular office attendance. The working model is built on trust, experience and accountability rather than presenteeism. Click Apply or get in touch for a confidential conversation with Andrew Pearson at EC Property Recruitment. My contact number is (phone number removed) and you can find all my details on LinkedIn.

Lead Meaningful Projects That Actually Improve Lives Senior or Associate Surveyor, London The Role You ll join as a Senior or Associate Building Surveyor, depending on experience. The focus is public sector work mainly social housing and education projects. Expect a mix of professional and project-led work including refurbishments, condition surveys, and contract admin. You ll manage your own schemes, support junior surveyors, and liaise directly with clients. Plenty of autonomy, with a stable pipeline of work and a supportive team behind you. About You Ideally, you re a Chartered Building Surveyor (MRICS or MCIOB). You ve got experience in the public sector ideally social housing or education. You re confident running projects and dealing with clients. You ve got strong technical knowledge and a proactive mindset. You want to develop long-term within a business that invests in its people. The Company A long-established, multi-office consultancy with steady growth across London and the South East. They specialise in residential (social housing), education, and local authority projects. Growth has come through both reputation and acquisition. The team is experienced, professional, and focused on quality. There s a strong emphasis on training, retention, and internal progression. Package Up to £85,000 depending on experience. Bonus scheme and flexible benefits. Hybrid working. Clear route to Associate and beyond. Click Apply or get in touch for a confidential conversation with Andrew Pearson at EC Property Recruitment. My contact number is (phone number removed) and you can find all my details on Linked In.

A growing construction consultancy is continuing to invest heavily in its North West business and is looking to strengthen its Manchester Cost Management team following a significant increase in workload across its retail portfolio. This isn t a traditional Quantity Surveying role where you ll spend your time tied to one major development. Instead, you ll take ownership of a portfolio of retail refurbishment, fit-out and new-build projects, typically managing five or six live schemes simultaneously, with individual project values generally ranging between £250,000 and £2 million. If you enjoy variety, thrive in a fast-paced environment and like building strong client relationships, this is a role where you ll quickly be given responsibility whilst benefiting from the support of an experienced senior team. Retail experience is certainly advantageous, but it isn t essential. What s far more important is that you ve worked within a consultancy environment, are comfortable managing multiple live projects at once and enjoy working at pace. The Role Working within an established Cost Management team, you ll provide commercial support across a programme of refurbishment, fit-out and new-build retail projects for nationally recognised clients. The role has been created following a significant increase in workload from one of the consultancy s major retail clients, creating an immediate requirement for an additional Quantity Surveyor within the Manchester team. You ll work closely alongside Project Managers, contractors and client teams, taking ownership of the commercial delivery of multiple live schemes from inception through to final account. Your responsibilities will include: Managing the commercial delivery of multiple live refurbishment, fit-out and new-build projects. Preparing cost plans, estimates and tender documentation. Contract administration and change management. Managing valuations, variations and final accounts. Providing commercial advice throughout the full project lifecycle. Working closely with Project Managers delivering programmes across multiple sites. Building strong client relationships through responsive, commercially focused advice. About You I m keen to speak with Quantity Surveyors who enjoy taking ownership of projects and working in an environment where no two weeks are ever the same. You ll ideally have: Consultancy or client-side Quantity Surveying experience. Experience managing multiple live projects simultaneously. Strong client-facing communication skills. A solid understanding of both pre- and post-contract Quantity Surveying. Experience delivering refurbishment, fit-out or other fast-paced construction projects. Retail experience would be advantageous, but candidates from similar consultancy backgrounds will also be considered. Progress towards APC or MRICS would be beneficial. Why Apply? This is a genuinely exciting opportunity to join a consultancy that s investing heavily in both its people and its North West business. You ll become part of a vibrant Manchester office of around 60 professionals across multiple disciplines, working within a collaborative environment that s built an excellent reputation for its culture, flexibility and hybrid working. Unlike many Quantity Surveying roles, you ll enjoy genuine ownership of your own workload, manage a varied portfolio of live projects and work closely with nationally recognised clients from an early stage in your career. With continued investment, a growing client base and clear opportunities for progression, it s an excellent time to join a dynamic consultancy that s building real momentum across the North West. Salary & Benefits £50,000 £60,000 basic salary, with higher packages considered for candidates with significant consultancy-side retail programme experience. Car allowance. Comprehensive benefits package. Hybrid and flexible working. APC support and ongoing professional development. Clear long-term career progression. Click Apply or get in touch for a confidential conversation with Andrew Pearson at EC Property Recruitment. My contact number is (phone number removed) and you can find all my details on LinkedIn.

Graduate Building Surveyor Location: London Salary: £27,000-,000 (Open to Assistant Building Surveyors with additional experience salary negotiable depending on experience) Benefits: Private Healthcare, Professional Membership Support, APC Support, Hybrid Working Why This Role? I'm currently working on behalf of a well-established Building consultancy. This opportunity would suit a Graduate Building Surveyor looking to develop within a respected consultancy environment, gaining exposure to both professional and project-led work while progressing towards MRICS chartership. The team is also open to considering Assistant Building Surveyors who have already gained consultancy experience and are looking to accelerate their development within a larger practice. The Opportunity You'll join a collaborative Building Surveying team with an excellent reputation for APC support and getting people MRICS chartered at the first attempt. Working closely with senior surveyors, you'll gain hands-on experience across a broad range of instructions and develop the technical and professional skills required to progress your career. Typical Responsibilities • Building Surveys • Technical Due Diligence • Dilapidations • Contract Administration • Refurbishment Projects • Defect Diagnosis • Planned Maintenance Advice • Schedules of Condition • Project Monitoring and Reporting • General Professional Surveying Instructions What You'll Do • Assist senior surveyors on both project and professional instructions • Undertake site inspections and surveys • Assist with report writing and technical advice • Support contract administration duties • Liaise with clients, contractors and consultants • Develop technical knowledge across multiple service lines • Progress towards chartership and professional qualification What You'll Bring Essential • RICS Accredited degree in Building Surveying or a related discipline • Strong communication skills • Enthusiastic and proactive approach • Genuine desire to build a long-term career in Building Surveying Preferred • Previous consultancy experience through a placement year, internship or graduate role • APC already underway • Exposure to both project and professional work Applications are welcomed from both Graduate and Assistant Building Surveyors, with responsibilities and salary tailored accordingly. Training & Development Professional development is a key focus within the business. You'll benefit from: • Structured APC support • Access to experienced Chartered Building Surveyors • Ongoing CPD and technical development • Broad exposure to both project and professional work • Clear long-term career progression opportunities This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain high-quality experience whilst working towards chartership. Working Environment The Building Surveying team works closely alongside Project Management, Quantity Surveying and specialist consultancy teams, creating a highly collaborative environment. The business operates a flexible hybrid working model that combines office, site and home working, providing both support and autonomy. Salary & Benefits • £27,000 - £30,000 basic salary • Higher salaries available for Assistant Building Surveyors depending on experience • Discretionary bonus • Private healthcare • Professional subscriptions paid • APC support • Hybrid working • Long-term career progression opportunities The Process The hiring process is designed to be straightforward and conversational and will typically involve: Teams Interview with senior members of the Building Surveying team Final-stage meeting with Directors & HR The team is actively recruiting and keen to move quickly for the right individual. Click Apply or get in touch for a confidential conversation with Andrew Pearson at EC Property Recruitment. My contact number is (phone number removed) and you can find all my details on LinkedIn.

Job Title Project Monitoring Surveyor Level Associate Director (Senior surveyors ready to step up will be considered. Director-level appointments may also be possible, with scope and reward aligned to experience.) Location Manchester (flexible, hybrid working) The Opportunity A specialist project monitoring consultancy with a strong presence across the North of England is continuing to expand its team from its Manchester base. From its Manchester base, the team works closely with development lenders on some of the region s most significant schemes across the North West and Yorkshire. The consultancy is appointed on large-scale, lender-funded developments where judgement, clarity of advice and credibility with funders are paramount. Instructions are typically long-term, often spanning multiple phases or forming part of wider regeneration and strategic development programmes. This creates a stable pipeline of work and sustained involvement on genuinely landmark projects. This opportunity suits an experienced Project Monitoring Surveyor who wants greater exposure to major lender-backed developments and a more influential role in risk advisory and funding decisions. It will appeal both to those already operating at this level and to strong senior surveyors looking to step up into a broader, higher-profile remit. The Role You will act as Project Monitor on lender-funded developments from early due diligence through to completion, providing clear, commercially grounded advice to lenders and wider project teams. The role is advisory at its core. You ll be expected to interrogate proposals, assess and communicate risk, and provide lenders with the confidence to progress funding decisions on complex schemes. You ll work alongside a highly experienced senior team, giving you the platform to operate autonomously while continuing to broaden your exposure. Key Responsibilities Acting as Project Monitor on major lender-funded developments Producing high-quality monitoring reports that directly inform credit and risk decisions Advising lenders on development risk, cost certainty, programme, procurement and delivery strategy Liaising closely with lenders, developers, funders and professional teams Reviewing compliance with funding conditions and professional appointments Providing informed commentary on construction risk, EPC considerations and Building Safety Act requirements Managing multiple live projects concurrently across the North West and Yorkshire Exercising professional judgement rather than relying on a process-driven or checklist-led approach Candidate Profile Proven experience as a Project Monitoring Surveyor within development finance Background from a recognised project monitoring, building or multidisciplinary consultancy Candidates whose experience has been focused on smaller or less complex schemes will be considered where technical strength and ambition to progress are clear Strong report writing capability with experience advising lender clients Commercially minded, with the confidence to challenge, advise and influence senior stakeholders Candidates operating at, or ready to step into, an Associate Director-level role are encouraged to apply Director-level candidates may also be considered where experience supports a wider regional or strategic remit MRICS preferred Why This Role Involvement in some of the North s most prominent and high-value developments Direct input into lender confidence and funding decisions on landmark schemes Opportunity to broaden experience rapidly and operate at a more senior, influential level Scope to shape and influence how project monitoring services are delivered as the regional workload grows Senior, experienced peer group with no requirement to manage junior teams Long-term visibility of work through a strong, established pipeline of instructions Package Base salary aligned to Associate Director level, typically around £85,000 (flexible depending on experience and seniority) Bonus of 25% Total annual remuneration comfortably exceeding £100,000 Private healthcare Professional fees paid Fully flexible working arrangements Manchester office base with no mandated attendance requirement Ways of Working The role is predominantly home- and site-based, with office access available as needed. The business operates on trust, accountability and professional autonomy rather than fixed attendance or presenteeism. Click Apply or get in touch for a confidential conversation with Andrew Pearson at EC Property Recruitment. My contact number is (phone number removed) and you can find all my details on LinkedIn.

A construction consultancy employing around 300 people across the UK is continuing to invest heavily in its North West business. Due to business growth and a number of significant new client instructions, they're looking to appoint a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager to join their thriving Manchester team of approximately 60 professionals. This is an opportunity to join a thriving Project Management team delivering projects across a genuinely diverse range of sectors within the built environment. From commercial offices and healthcare through to residential, retail, industrial and mixed-use developments, you'll enjoy the variety that many Project Managers are looking for, but rarely find. Your initial workload will include supporting a major corporate real estate client with an extensive UK property portfolio, delivering refurbishment, fit-out and asset improvement projects. However, this is simply your introduction to the business. As things progress, you ll have the opportunity to work across a wide range of clients and sectors. The Role Working within an established multidisciplinary Project Management team, you ll deliver construction projects from concept through to completion, providing commercial and project leadership throughout the full lifecycle. Your responsibilities will include: Delivering construction projects from concept through to completion. Managing project programmes, budgets and commercial performance. Leading multidisciplinary consultant teams. Coordinating procurement, design development and stakeholder engagement. Acting as Contract Administrator, Employer s Agent or equivalent where appropriate. Managing project risk, governance and quality throughout delivery. Building trusted relationships with clients, consultants and contractors. Supporting business development through exceptional client service. Mentoring junior members of the Project Management team. About You I m keen to speak with experienced construction Project Managers who have built their careers within a construction consultancy or client-side environment. You ll have: Consultancy or client-side Project Management experience. Experience delivering projects across the built environment. Strong pre- and post-contract Project Management experience. Experience leading multidisciplinary consultant teams. A solid understanding of procurement, commercial management and contract administration. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. A construction-related degree. MRICS, MCIOB or another relevant professional qualification, or be working towards chartership. Why Apply? This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the UK s fastest-growing construction consultancies at a time of significant investment and expansion. The Manchester office around 60 professionals across multiple disciplines, working in a genuinely collaborative environment with an excellent reputation for its culture, flexibility and hybrid working. The business is committed to long-term growth, continually investing in its people, regional offices and client relationships. You ll enjoy genuine project variety, excellent career development and the opportunity to build a successful long-term career within a modern, ambitious consultancy. Salary & Benefits £60,000 £70,000 (Guide) + Comprehensive Benefits Excellent hybrid and flexible working. Modern Manchester office with approximately 60 professionals. Ongoing professional development. Clear long-term career progression. Click Apply or get in touch for a confidential conversation with Andrew Pearson at EC Property Recruitment. My contact number is (phone number removed) and you can find all my details on LinkedIn.

I m working with a leading construction consultancy that s looking to appoint a Senior Project Manager to join its growing Retail team in Manchester. This is an opportunity to play a key role in delivering major investment programmes for some of the UK s best-known retail clients, managing projects from the earliest stages of development through to completion. A significant proportion of your workload will initially support a major retail expansion programme involving the development of new-build food stores typically ranging from 15 000 sq ft. Working as part of the Northwest Retail team, you ll predominantly support projects across the North of England and surrounding regions, whilst also working with a wider portfolio of nationally recognised retail clients. This isn t a traditional Project Management role where you re brought in once construction begins. The real value comes from shaping projects before they ever reach site. You ll lead the pre-construction stages, helping to develop delivery strategies, manage consultant appointments, coordinate multidisciplinary design teams and navigate the third-party legal and tenancy agreements that are fundamental to the successful delivery of these developments. If you enjoy the front end of projects as much as the delivery stage, this is an outstanding opportunity to work on nationally significant retail programmes with genuine long-term career prospects. The Role Working as part of a specialist Retail Project Management team, you ll lead new-build & refurbishment, fit-out developments across the Northwest and wider region. The role has a particularly strong emphasis on the pre-construction phase of projects, where you ll be responsible for establishing delivery strategies, managing consultant teams, coordinating third-party legal agreements and tenancy matters, and ensuring projects are fully coordinated before construction commences. Responsibilities include: Managing projects from inception through to completion. Leading pre-construction activities including procurement, consultant appointments and delivery strategy. Managing multidisciplinary design teams and external consultants. Coordinating third-party legal agreements, tenancy matters and wider development interfaces. Managing budgets, programmes, risk and project governance. Acting as Contract Administrator, Employer s Agent or equivalent where appropriate. Building long-term relationships with clients and key stakeholders. Supporting business development opportunities through excellent client service. Mentoring and supporting junior members of the team. About You I m keen to speak with experienced Project Managers who have developed their careers within a consultancy or client-side construction environment. You ll ideally have: Proven experience delivering retail construction projects. Strong pre-contract Project Management experience. Experience managing multidisciplinary consultant teams. Experience coordinating third-party legal agreements and tenancy matters as part of retail developments. Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills. A solid understanding of contract administration and commercial controls. A relevant construction-related degree. MRICS, MCIOB or another professional qualification, or be working towards chartership. Why This Opportunity? This international consultancy continues to invest heavily in its Northwest business and has secured a growing pipeline of work with nationally recognised retail clients. You ll join a collaborative team where people are trusted to take ownership of projects, supported in their professional development and given exposure to major retail investment programmes. Hybrid working, a modern Manchester office of 50 people, and a strong people-first culture combine with a clear pathway for career progression. Package Salary guide £60,000 £75,000 + Car Allowance depending on experience. Comprehensive benefits package. Hybrid working. Ongoing professional development. Excellent long-term career progression. Click Apply or get in touch for a confidential conversation with Andrew Pearson at EC Property Recruitment. My contact number is (phone number removed) and you can find all my details on LinkedIn.

Commercial Valuation Surveyor / Senior Surveyor Home-Based Location: Home-based covering the Midlands & North of England I m working with a leading national consultancy seeking an experienced MRICS Chartered Surveyor or Senior Surveyor to join their valuation team. This is a home-based role offering autonomy, flexibility, and the opportunity to manage your own caseload of commercial valuation work. You ll carry out property inspections, prepare detailed valuation reports, and advise clients on rent reviews, lease terms and market values. The role suits someone comfortable operating independently, confident with clients, and skilled at managing deadlines and quality standards. The Role - Carry out property inspections and measurements - Prepare accurate and timely valuation reports - Undertake rent reviews, lease consultancy and market valuations - Liaise with clients and third parties including other surveyors and solicitors - Manage your own caseload efficiently to meet billing and quality targets - Attend in-person training and team meetings every eight weeks at head office About You You ll be an MRICS Chartered Surveyor with experience in commercial valuation or lease advisory work. You ll enjoy the balance of autonomy and collaboration that comes with a home-based role, and be comfortable engaging directly with clients and stakeholders. Requirements - MRICS Chartered Surveyor (essential) - Experience in commercial valuation or lease consultancy - Strong negotiation and communication skills - Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel (occasional overnight stays) - Registered Valuer status desirable The Offer A full-time, home-based position with the flexibility to manage your own workload and the backing of a long established consultancy. You ll be trusted to deliver high-quality valuation work with professional support and structured processes in place. Click Apply or get in touch for a confidential conversation with Andrew Pearson at EC Property Recruitment. My contact number is (phone number removed) and you can find all my details on LinkedIn.

Commercial Valuation Surveyor / Senior Surveyor Home-Based Location: Home-based covering the North of England & Midlands I m working with a leading national consultancy seeking an experienced MRICS Chartered Surveyor or Senior Surveyor to join their valuation team. This is a home-based role offering autonomy, flexibility, and the opportunity to manage your own caseload of commercial valuation work. You ll carry out property inspections, prepare detailed valuation reports, and advise clients on rent reviews, lease terms and market values. The role suits someone comfortable operating independently, confident with clients, and skilled at managing deadlines and quality standards. The Role - Carry out property inspections and measurements - Prepare accurate and timely valuation reports - Undertake rent reviews, lease consultancy and market valuations - Liaise with clients and third parties including other surveyors and solicitors - Manage your own caseload efficiently to meet billing and quality targets - Attend in-person training and team meetings every eight weeks at head office About You You ll be an MRICS Chartered Surveyor with experience in commercial valuation or lease advisory work. You ll enjoy the balance of autonomy and collaboration that comes with a home-based role, and be comfortable engaging directly with clients and stakeholders. Requirements - MRICS Chartered Surveyor (essential) - Experience in commercial valuation or lease consultancy - Strong negotiation and communication skills - Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel (occasional overnight stays) - Registered Valuer status desirable The Offer A full-time, home-based position with the flexibility to manage your own workload and the backing of a long established consultancy. You ll be trusted to deliver high-quality valuation work with professional support and structured processes in place. Click Apply or get in touch for a confidential conversation with Andrew Pearson at EC Property Recruitment. My contact number is (phone number removed) and you can find all my details on LinkedIn.

A respected London-based property consultancy is seeking a qualified Building Surveyor (MRICS) with minimum 2 years PQE to join their busy Building Surveying team to come in at either Senior or Associate level. Role overview You will work on a well-balanced portfolio, with around 20% of your time spent on pre-acquisition surveys of high-end residential properties valued between £2 million and £100 million. The majority of your workload will involve commercial work with a significant amount of occupier-side corporate projects, including fit-outs, dilapidations, and office relocations for blue-chip clients. Key responsibilities Conduct building surveys, pre-acquisition surveys, and due diligence reporting. Prepare and negotiate Schedules of Dilapidations. Produce Schedules of Condition and Reinstatement Cost Assessments. Deliver feasibility studies, defect diagnosis, and planned maintenance strategies. Oversee development monitoring for landlords, tenants, and funders. Act as Contract Administrator or Employer s Agent on refurbishment, fit-out, and new build projects. Manage occupier-side fit-outs and relocations (typically 5 000 sq ft). Coordinate with Project Management and Quantity Surveying teams. Provide technical and strategic advice to corporate occupier and high-end residential clients. Candidate profile MRICS-qualified Building Surveyor with 2 15 years PQE. Strong commercial surveying experience; some residential experience advantageous. Experience of dilapidations, pre-acquisition, and fit-out projects preferred. Excellent technical, reporting, and client management skills. Ability to manage projects independently within a multi-disciplinary team. Team & culture Join a London office with 120 staff and a 20-strong Project & Building Consultancy team. Work in a professional, collaborative environment servicing commercial, residential, and rural clients. Hybrid working model: typically three days in the office, two from home (site visits count as office days). Why apply? Competitive salary: £60,000 £85,000 depending on experience. Engage with high-profile corporate and residential clients. Be part of a company with a strategic growth plan, a flat structure, and a heritage of quality Benefit from strong leadership, ongoing investment in people and technology, and a partner-led culture. Click Apply or get in touch for a confidential conversation with Andrew Pearson at EC Property Recruitment. My contact number is (phone number removed) and you can find all my details on LinkedIn.