Building Surveyor / Contract Manager - Client Side Residential Development

The Opportunity
This is a client-side Building Surveying role offering exposure to end-to-end residential development projects, from early feasibility through to delivery on site. Sitting within an established in-house property team, you ll take ownership of new and existing residential schemes across the West Midlands, working closely with senior internal stakeholders rather than acting in a traditional consultancy capacity.

If you re a Building Surveyor (or Contract / Site Manager) who enjoys being close to the build, influencing outcomes, and seeing projects through to completion, this role offers far more autonomy and commercial exposure than a typical professional services position.

Longer term, there is a real opportunity to shape and grow the residential portfolio, including playing a key role in the development and expansion of the in-house contractor function in Jersey.

The Role
You ll act as the central point of coordination for residential construction projects, managing delivery on behalf of the client and ensuring schemes are completed to the highest quality, on time and within budget.

Key elements of the role include:

• Project managing residential developments from feasibility through to completion
• Acting as the client-side lead, coordinating the in-house contractor and external consultants (architects, engineers, specialists)
• Monitoring works on site, ensuring compliance with drawings, specifications, programmes and health & safety requirements
• Reviewing consultant reports, technical information and contract documentation, providing clear and pragmatic advice to internal stakeholders
• Attending and contributing to site and design team meetings, driving progress and resolving issues
• Managing multiple projects concurrently, with increasing autonomy and responsibility

Alongside the residential work, you ll also support the wider property portfolio, assisting with:

• Schedules of Dilapidations
• Reinstatement Cost Assessments (insurance)
• Maintenance and minor works projects across commercial assets

What They re Looking For This role would suit someone who enjoys responsibility, decision-making and being close to delivery.

You ll likely have:

• Experience in Building Surveying, Contract / Site Management, or a closely related discipline
• Strong experience in residential development, refurbishment and extensions
• A solid understanding of construction methodology, quality standards and building technology
• Confidence inspecting works on site, identifying defects and advising on remedial solutions
• The ability to read, challenge and interpret drawings, specifications and consultant reports
• Experience managing contractor performance and quality on site
• Good working knowledge of Building Regulations, Health & Safety legislation and the planning process

Qualifications

• Degree in Building Surveying or a related construction discipline preferred
• MRICS and/or CIOB status beneficial but not essential

What Makes This Different

• True client-side role no fee targets, no timesheets
• Exposure to high-quality residential development rather than purely professional work
• Clear scope to grow with the portfolio and influence how projects are delivered
• Regular involvement in projects in Jersey, offering variety and long-term progression opportunities
• A role where you can genuinely see the impact of your work