James & Partners

Graduate Building Surveyor Birmingham Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits A highly regarded international property and construction consultancy is seeking to appoint a Graduate Building Surveyor to join its established Birmingham Building Consultancy team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent Building Surveying graduate or APC-level surveyor looking to develop their career within a respected multidisciplinary consultancy environment. The successful candidate will gain exposure to a broad range of professional and project-led instructions while working alongside experienced Chartered Building Surveyors within a collaborative and supportive team. The business has an outstanding reputation across the commercial property sector and works with a diverse client base including investors, occupiers and developers across commercial offices, industrial, retail, residential and mixed-use assets throughout the Midlands and nationally. The role offers genuine variety and long-term progression, with structured professional development and strong APC support embedded into the team culture. Key Responsibilities: Supporting projects and professional instructions from inception through to completion Assisting with technical due diligence surveys and reporting Supporting refurbishment, repair and maintenance projects Contract Administration and Employer's Agent duties Assisting with dilapidations instructions for landlords and tenants Preparing planned preventative maintenance schedules Supporting reinstatement cost assessments and building pathology advice Reviewing licences for alterations and neighbourly matters Working closely with senior surveyors and multidisciplinary teams Candidate Requirements: Degree qualified in Building Surveying Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail Proactive and professional approach to client service Working knowledge of AutoCAD preferred Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment The successful candidate will join a highly professional consultancy offering excellent career development opportunities, exposure to high-profile commercial property instructions and the chance to work within a respected national Building Consultancy platform. For a confidential discussion, please contact me directly or send your CV in confidence.

Senior Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager Birmingham Up to 55,000 + Excellent Benefits A highly regarded international property and construction consultancy is seeking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager to join its growing Birmingham office. With an established presence across the UK and Europe, the business has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality real estate, cost consultancy and project delivery services to occupiers, investors and developers across a diverse range of sectors. This opportunity offers the chance to join a well-respected multidisciplinary consultancy with an excellent pipeline of work and genuine long-term career progression. The successful candidate will become part of an established Building Consultancy and Cost Management team delivering schemes across commercial offices, industrial and logistics, residential, mixed-use and student accommodation developments, with project values typically ranging up to 20m. This role would suit an ambitious Quantity Surveyor or Cost Manager with consultancy or client-side experience looking to further develop their career within a collaborative environment offering exposure to Cost Management, Project Management and Employer's Agent responsibilities. Key Responsibilities: Delivering projects from feasibility stage through to completion Preparing cost plans, estimates and development appraisals Advising clients on procurement routes and contract strategy Managing tender processes and contract documentation Contract Administration and Employer's Agent duties Cost reporting, valuations, variations and final account negotiation Monitoring programme, commercial performance and project risk Leading meetings with clients, consultants and contractors Supporting business development and maintaining strong client relationships Candidate Requirements: Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline Consultancy or client-side Quantity Surveying / Cost Management experience Strong pre and post contract knowledge Excellent commercial awareness and communication skills Experience administering construction contracts MRICS qualified or working towards chartership preferred Proficient in Microsoft Office and industry software such as CostX The business offers a highly professional and supportive working environment, exposure to high-profile projects and the opportunity to join a growing team within a respected international consultancy platform. Package & Benefits Competitive salary up to 55,000 Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Structured career progression within a growing consultancy team Exposure to high-profile commercial, industrial and residential projects Professional development and chartership support Private medical cover Enhanced pension contribution scheme Life assurance and income protection Annual health screening options Additional holiday purchase scheme Employee wellbeing and mental health support Discounted gym membership scheme Cycle to Work scheme Employee retail and lifestyle discounts Supportive and collaborative team culture Modern Birmingham office environment Opportunity to work within a respected international consultancy platform For a confidential discussion, please contact me directly or send your CV in confidence.

Job Title: Business Development Representative Salary: 26,500 - 45k OTE (Uncapped Commission) Location: Richmond (onsite) Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm About My Client My client is a highly respected and well-established property business with an exceptional reputation within the market. They operate across premium residential and commercial sectors and are known for investing heavily in training, development, and progression opportunities for ambitious individuals looking to build a long-term career. Their client services and business development division is a fast-paced, high-performing environment made up of motivated, energetic individuals who thrive on hitting targets and being rewarded for success. This is an excellent opportunity for someone commercially minded who enjoys speaking with people, building relationships, and working within a sociable and supportive team. The Role This is a business development-focused role where you'll be responsible for generating and qualifying new opportunities, speaking with prospective clients, and supporting the wider sales function. Working within a collaborative and target-driven team, you'll engage with potential customers, build rapport quickly, and identify opportunities to introduce relevant services. Full training is provided, making this a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to break into a professional sales environment or further develop their commercial experience. Key responsibilities include: Making outbound calls to prospective clients Building strong relationships and qualifying opportunities Identifying client needs and introducing relevant services Managing and updating internal CRM systems Working closely with internal teams to support business growth Consistently working towards and exceeding individual targets and KPIs Delivering a professional and consultative customer experience What You'll Need Strong communication and interpersonal skills Confident speaking with people over the phone Target-driven and commercially motivated mindset Positive, resilient, and proactive attitude Ability to work well within a fast-paced team environment Previous sales, customer service, retail, hospitality, or call handling experience would be advantageous Commutable to Richmond five days per week (within approximately one hour commute) What's on Offer 26,500 basic salary Uncapped commission structure with strong earning potential Realistic first year OTE of 40,000- 45,000+ Structured training and ongoing development Clear progression opportunities within a respected organisation Supportive, sociable, and high-performing team culture Modern office environment in a prime Richmond location Stable Monday-Friday working hours with no weekend work Two-stage interview process (both face-to-face) plus initial screening call

Lettings Coordinator ( 26,000- 28,000, Birmingham, 8:45am-5:30pm) Salary: 26,000 - 28,000 Location: Birmingham Hours: 8:45am - 5:30pm About My Client A leading residential property business with an excellent reputation across both prime and regional markets. Known for delivering exceptional service and maintaining high professional standards, the company offers a supportive and fast-paced working environment within a successful lettings team. The Role This is an exciting opportunity to join a busy Birmingham lettings office as a Lettings Coordinator, supporting the operational running of the team and ensuring a smooth onboarding and marketing process for rental properties. You'll work closely with landlords, tenants and internal teams to ensure compliance obligations are met while maintaining exceptional customer service standards throughout the lettings journey. Key responsibilities Managing the onboarding of landlords and ensuring all compliance requirements are completed before marketing Creating and updating property details on internal systems Staying up to date with industry legislation and Anti Money Laundering procedures Liaising with centralised deal progression and property management teams to ensure documentation is in place before move-ins Preparing for internal and external office audits Preparing market appraisal packs and supporting the Head of Lettings with documentation Booking photography, floorplans and EPCs through preferred suppliers Uploading property information to systems and websites Creating marketing materials and brochures for the lettings team Assisting with remarketing properties and rental evaluations Handling incoming calls and providing a high level of customer service Providing feedback to landlords, tenants and applicants following viewings Managing invoices and arranging payments Organising meetings, calls and meeting rooms Recording and submitting expense claims Supporting the wider team with general administration duties What You'll Need Previous experience within an administrative or coordination role Ideally experience within lettings, property, estate agency or sales administration Strong organisational and multitasking abilities Excellent communication and customer service skills High attention to detail and accuracy Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment both independently and as part of a team Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office Professional and confident telephone manner No driving licence required What's on Offer Competitive salary package Supportive and collaborative office environment Opportunity to join a highly regarded property brand Exposure within a busy and successful lettings team Immediate start available Access to company benefits and resources